Jura, Inc. has named housewares veteran Hyung Choi product manager for its Capresso brand. Geraldine Pian, formerly Capresso product manager, has moved into new role as operations manager for the Jura and Capresso brands.
Choi joins Jura from Godinger Silver Art Co., for which he was vice president, merchandising, heading the company’s Metals division and working with overseas suppliers. He is responsible for all product development for the Capresso brand, including coffee makers, espresso machines, grinders, milk frothers, water kettles, iced tea makers and accessories.
“[Choi’s] product development track record, international exposure and negotiating experience will help us build on the momentum of the Capresso line,” said David Shull, Jura’s executive vice president, marketing and communications. “We also congratulate Geraldine Pian, who has been an important member of our marketing and communications team, as she moves into her new role as Operations Manager,”
