Geoff Harris
About Geoff Harris
Geoff Harris serves as the Print Director for Global Print & Associated Services at Interpublic Group (IPG) and has extensive experience in print production and management across various companies. He has held significant roles at Craft WW and McCann Worldgroup, and possesses a strong educational background in printing technology and negotiation skills.
Work at Interpublic Group
Geoff Harris serves as the Print Director – Global Print & Associated Services at Interpublic Group (IPG) since 2021. In this role, he is recognized as a technical expert in print services, focusing on delivering value that affects both overhead and pass-through spends. He identifies opportunities for print and associated services, including insourcing options across all agency groups. Harris is also responsible for the corporate environmental policy, ensuring the implementation of environmental standards aligns with the company's corporate social responsibility (CSR) policies. He collaborates with the wider Procurement Operations team to promote and deploy solutions across the IPG agency network on a global scale.
Current and Previous Roles
Geoff Harris has held multiple significant positions in the print production industry. He has been the Production Director at Craft WW since 2019 and has worked at McCann Worldgroup in the same capacity since 2014. Prior to these roles, he served as Head of Publishing & New Media Operations at Tesco PLC from 2006 to 2013. His experience also includes positions as Senior Print Production Manager at both ARG (Argos Retail Group) and Shop Direct. Additionally, he worked as Tesco Group Print & Paper Buyer and Head of Operations at Tesco Print Centre.
Education and Expertise
Geoff Harris has a solid educational background in printing technology and management. He studied at Manchester College of Printing, where he achieved a BTEC/ONC in Printing Technology. He also attended the London Institute College of Printing, earning a qualification in Print Production Management. Furthering his skills, he completed various courses at Tesco Academy, including Lean Six Sigma certifications and project management. He has also studied negotiation techniques at The Gap Partnership, achieving certifications in both The Complete Skilled Negotiator and The Skilled Negotiator.
Achievements in Print Production
Geoff Harris has made notable contributions to the print production field, particularly during his tenure at IPG. He has been instrumental in developing global print growth by transforming tactical spending into strategic long-term business solutions for the IPG agency network. His influence extends to approximately 58,000 IPG employees, as he builds effective relationships with key internal stakeholders. Since 2006, he has also been a regular judge for the UK Print Week awards, showcasing his expertise and commitment to the industry.
Professional Development and Training
Throughout his career, Geoff Harris has engaged in extensive professional development. He has completed various training programs at Tesco Academy, focusing on leadership, change management, and personal efficiency. His training includes advanced influencing techniques and situational leadership. These courses have equipped him with the skills necessary to lead teams and manage complex projects effectively in the print production sector.