Gerber's Giles Replacing Hancock

Gerber Scientific, parent company of Gerber Technology, has announced a reorganization of its executive ranks.

Gerber Technology President John Hancock will vacate his post on April 30, according to a release from the Tolland, Conn.–based company.

Marc Giles, president and chief executive officer of Gerber Scientific, will step in to take over leadership responsibilities of Gerber Tech. Additionally, Gregg Williams has been brought onboard as vice president of marketing, product management and service. The position is a new post for the company.

The company, Giles said, is focused on slashing costs and speeding up its new product development. Gerber Technology produces equipment and software solutions for the apparel industry. Gerber Scientific’s other units are Gerber Scientific Products— which develops and manufactures computerized sign-making and specialty graphics systems, software, materials and accessories—and Spandex, which suppliesproducts for the sign- making and display industries. —Erin Barajas