Kornit Digital expands executive leadership
Industry veteran Chris Carson named VP of sales for North America as Kyle Garner steps in as new regional sales director of North America.
Kornit Digital, a provider of sustainable, on-demand, digital fashion and textile production technologies, recently announced the appointment of two senior sales executives, Chris Carson and Kyle Garner.
According to the company, these strategic hires will empower a broader range of brands, creators, and producers in the Americas to seamlessly transition from screen printing to digital textiles — enabling them to scale production volumes, streamline supply chains, and achieve faster business growth.
Kornit Digital stated it invests deeply in customer success, helping them improve operations and expand business opportunities. During the past few months, the company has created several strategic roles focused on business consulting, marketing, and operational excellence, designed to further enhance its customer-centric approach.
As part of this initiative, Kornit Digital welcomed Chris Carson to its team. Formerly the North American sales director for HP’s Industrial Print business, Carson brings over 30 years of experience as a senior sales executive. At HP, he successfully managed a $300 million division, earning a reputation for driving strategic sales initiatives and promoting cross-functional collaboration to elevate the customer experience. Prior to HP, Carson dedicated more than two decades to senior sales leadership roles at Xerox Corporation, further solidifying his expertise and leadership in the industry.
Additionally, Kyle Garner joined Kornit Digital as the new North American sales director. Garner brings more than 30 years of experience, most recently leading the Americas Strategic Accounts organization within HP’s Industrial Print business. His expertise includes managing regional and global sales teams and driving operational excellence. Garner has also held executive positions at Xerox Corporation, further solidifying his industry leadership credentials.
“Kornit has built a solid foundation worldwide — helping brands, retailers, creators, and producers drive new revenue streams and accelerate business growth through our award-winning direct-to-garment and direct-to-fabric technologies,” said Ilan Elad, president of Kornit Digital Americas. “To advance our mission, the time is right to bring on two proven sales leaders like Chris and Kyle. Both will play an integral role in driving our transition to account management, expanding our regional coverage, enhancing our installed base management strategies, and driving demand for digitally produced apparel products.”
Elad added, “Chris and Kyle share our DNA for ensuring our customers are leading the way. They are committed to providing access to the best in business knowledge, new business acquisition strategies, and consulting expertise. At Kornit, we’re not just hiring a team, we’re building a world-class organization. Our focus is on bringing in leaders who have not only lived through digital transformation but have also helped their customers lead that transformation. Together, we’re ensuring our customers are equipped to thrive in this new era of digital manufacturing.”
