IHMA Appoints New Chairman

The International Hologram Manufacturers Association (IHMA) has announced a new chair and board members as it expands its operations.

ITW Speciality Films’ holographic research and development lead Dr Mark Deakes, comes in to lead the organisation as it pushes developments in new anti- counterfeit technologies to support the growth of holograms in the next few years.

Dr Mark Deakes.

The association has also confirmed two new board appointments for 2024 as part of a new-look leadership team. Jim Keller, OpSec Security’s VP Global Product & Technology, and Alexandre Noizet, SURYS IN Groupe’s banknote business line director, have joined the seven-strong board. Paul Dunn, who has been on the board for a total of 10 years, five of which as Chairman, will continue in an advisory capacity.