Thinking Digitally:
Strategic Planning in a Digital World

John Wicker
CEO, Klopotek Inc.

Mr. John Wicker has over twenty years experience in the publishing and software industries. He was recently appointed as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Klopotek North America, a wholly owned subsidiary of Klopotek AG and was instrumental in the recent acquisition of Global Turnkey Systems, Inc. thus creating the largest software supplier dedicated to the international publishing marketplace.

Prior to joining Klopotek Mr. Wicker was for 14 years the Executive Vice President for VISTA International where he had worldwide responsibility for all sales and marketing. During his time at VISTA, Mr. Wicker was a member of the VISTA International Board and also served as a Board Member of the Book Industry Study Group.

Born in England, Mr. Wicker received his MBA from Imperial College, London. He transferred to the United States with his wife in 1976 and became a US citizen in 1982. Mr. Wicker and his family currently reside in New Jersey.

Known for his predictions of trends within the publishing industry, Mr. Wicker hopes to provide some thought provoking insights into the keys to success for publishers contemplating their future in a digital world.