Former Mitsubishi Pencil exec Paul Smith has landed a new role at writing instruments distributor William Penn.
Smith spent 14 years at Mitsubishi Pencil’s UK operations before leaving the vendor at the end of 2024. Now, he has been named as International Sales Manager for William Penn’s Sheaffer brand in Europe and North America. India-based William Penn acquired the iconic brand in 2022 after having been a licensed distributor for almost 20 years prior to that.
“Paul’s extensive experience and strategic acumen make him an invaluable addition to the William Penn team,” his new employer stated. “We are confident his leadership will play a pivotal role in driving growth and expanding Sheaffer’s footprint across these critical markets.”
