{"id":56816,"date":"2023-08-31T11:27:01","date_gmt":"2023-08-31T18:27:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/?p=56816"},"modified":"2023-08-31T11:52:13","modified_gmt":"2023-08-31T18:52:13","slug":"products-in-action-provide-big-experiences-for-epson-difference-maker-dan-misilewich","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/the-week-in-imaging-twii\/editors-blog\/2023\/08\/products-in-action-provide-big-experiences-for-epson-difference-maker-dan-misilewich\/","title":{"rendered":"Products in Action Provide \u201cBig\u201d Experiences for Epson Difference Maker Dan Misilewich"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Dan Misilewich<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a much-loved scene from the film \u201cBig\u201d where Tom Hanks, playing the role of Josh Baskin\u2014a 12-year-old stuck in the body of a 30-something adult following an ill-advised wish to \u201cbe big\u201d\u2014hilariously bounds about in an FAO Schwarz toy store, playing alongside children. Up strides his boss, store owner MacMillan, with an amused look on his face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI come here every Saturday,\u201d says MacMillan, played by Robert Loggia. \u201cYou can\u2019t see this on a marketing report.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To which the na\u00efve Baskin blurts, \u201cWhat\u2019s a marketing report?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cExactly,\u201d MacMillan counters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dan Misilewich likely has more in common with MacMillan than Baskin. The product manager for business imaging at Epson America loves to visit a business or a school to see the company\u2019s products integrated into their operations, providing a real-life glimpse at how the solutions improve their operations. Seeing product marketing theory translated into actionable value validates the sometimes-arduous tasks including forecasting, pricing analysis, detailed reporting, market research, and navigating technical intricacies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe experience of observing customers getting value from our products gives meaning to those efforts,\u201d notes Misilewich, a 2023 ENX Magazine<\/em> Difference Maker. \u201cThis is a nice reminder that the meticulous undertakings of product management eventually touch real-world scenarios and yield tangible benefits for both our channel partners and end customers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Product managing is certainly a team sport for Misilewich and Co. He sees collaboration as a catalyst for success, believing the right mix of diverse perspectives drives innovative solutions and informed decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the heart of this is leveraging the collective wisdom of colleagues, cross-functional teams and external stakeholders,\u201d Misilewich said. \u201cCollaboration not only ensures comprehensive decision-making but also nurtures shared ownership among stakeholders and breaks down silos.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Building Blocks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The holder of a BA in public communication and justice from American University, Misilewich started his career in international logistics for a leading consumer electronics manufacturer. His zeal for marketing took hold as he pivoted to account service for an advertising agency, where he helped orchestrate campaigns for a diverse group of clients that included universities, pharmaceutical companies, cosmetic surgery practices and law firms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wanting to take a more focused approach to his career, Misilewich landed at Canon in 2012, where he served as a product marketing specialist and, ultimately, senior manager. It was a journey that allowed him to become immersed in multifunction printer technology, solutions, industry dynamics, the needs of IT decision-makers, and the independent dealer channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, as Epson product manager, he\u2019s responsible for the WorkForce Enterprise AM Series. \u201cEpson’s pioneering PrecionCore technology, its transformative impact on both dealers and end-customers and the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation and the environment resonated with me,\u201d Misilewich noted. \u201cEqually captivating was Epson’s strategic growth vision, underpinned by a dedication to fostering channel partnerships.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Charismatic and engaging, Misilewich is proud of the relationships he\u2019s built in a short time with Epson, and loved seeing all the hard work pay off in the months leading up to last February\u2019s InkBoldly 2023 event. Much of his 2023 focus centers on helping Epson grow its market share with the WorkForce series. In a career where he\u2019s witnessed the transition from laser to inkjet, Misilewich has seen many of his dealers do likewise, and he\u2019s confident the industry as a whole will keep pushing in that direction. The benefits to customers and channel partners, he believes, are endless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Growth Tools<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Misilewich isn\u2019t alone in his quest for self-improvement. His company offers a \u201cphenomenal\u201d program called Epson Management System, a continuous improvement philosophy that helps facilitate processes and customer experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI\u2019d like to leverage these tools to identify ways to optimize our processes and further enhance the experience our channel partners have when they work with us,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the home front, Misilewich and his husband, Brian, will celebrate their 20th<\/sup> wedding anniversary in December. The couple loves to travel and they are planning their first trip to Japan in 2024. Misilewich has been to the Land of the Rising Sun previously on business but is looking forward to exploring its many ancient treasures. Activities with family and friends rank high on his list, and he also enjoys golfing, taking walks and road trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the lead-up to his Japanese trip, Misilewich has been brushing up on reading and writing the language. Between textbooks and Duolingo\u2014an online platform for language learning\u2014he\u2019s gradually making strides to \u8a00\u8a9e\u3092\u5b66\u3076 (learn the language).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt has only been about two months of studying,\u201d he admitted. \u201cWhile I have a long way to go, I\u2019ve made some progress in learning the characters and some vocabulary.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

There\u2019s a much-loved scene from the film \u201cBig\u201d where Tom Hanks, playing the role of Josh Baskin\u2014a 12-year-old stuck in the body of a 30-something adult following an ill-advised wish to \u201cbe big\u201d\u2014hilariously bounds about in an FAO Schwarz toy store, playing alongside children. Up strides his boss, store owner MacMillan, with an amused look on his face. \u201cI come here every Saturday,\u201d says MacMillan, played by Robert Loggia. \u201cYou can\u2019t see this on a marketing report.\u201d To which the na\u00efve Baskin blurts, \u201cWhat\u2019s a marketing report?\u201d \u201cExactly,\u201d MacMillan counters. Dan Misilewich likely has more in common with MacMillan than Baskin. The product manager for business imaging at Epson America loves to visit a business or a school to see the company\u2019s products integrated into their operations, providing a real-life glimpse at how the solutions improve their operations. Seeing product marketing theory translated into actionable value validates the sometimes-arduous tasks including forecasting, pricing analysis, detailed reporting, market research, and navigating technical intricacies. \u201cThe experience of observing customers getting value from our products gives meaning to those efforts,\u201d notes Misilewich, a 2023 ENX Magazine Difference Maker. \u201cThis is a nice reminder that the meticulous undertakings of product management eventually touch real-world scenarios and yield tangible benefits for both our channel partners and end customers.\u201d Product managing is certainly a team sport for Misilewich and Co. He sees collaboration as a catalyst for success, believing the right mix of diverse perspectives drives innovative solutions and informed decision-making. \u201cAt the heart of this is leveraging the collective wisdom of colleagues, cross-functional teams and external stakeholders,\u201d Misilewich said. \u201cCollaboration not only ensures comprehensive decision-making but also nurtures shared ownership among stakeholders and breaks down silos.\u201d Building Blocks The holder of a BA in public communication and justice from American University, Misilewich started his career in international logistics for a leading consumer electronics manufacturer. His zeal for marketing took hold as he pivoted to account service for an advertising agency, where he helped orchestrate campaigns for a diverse group of clients that included universities, pharmaceutical companies, cosmetic surgery practices and law firms. Wanting to take a more focused approach to his career, Misilewich landed at Canon in 2012, where he served as a product marketing specialist and, ultimately, senior manager. It was a journey that allowed him to become immersed in multifunction printer technology, solutions, industry dynamics, the needs of IT decision-makers, and the independent dealer channel. Today, as Epson product manager, he\u2019s responsible for the WorkForce Enterprise AM Series. \u201cEpson’s pioneering PrecionCore technology, its transformative impact on both dealers and end-customers and the company’s unwavering commitment to innovation and the environment resonated with me,\u201d Misilewich noted. \u201cEqually captivating was Epson’s strategic growth vision, underpinned by a dedication to fostering channel partnerships.\u201d Charismatic and engaging, Misilewich is proud of the relationships he\u2019s built in a short time with Epson, and loved seeing all the hard work pay off in the months leading up to last February\u2019s InkBoldly 2023 event. Much of his 2023 focus centers on helping Epson grow its market share with the WorkForce series. In a career where he\u2019s witnessed the transition from laser to inkjet, Misilewich has seen many of his dealers do likewise, and he\u2019s confident the industry as a whole will keep pushing in that direction. The benefits to customers and channel partners, he believes, are endless. Growth Tools Misilewich isn\u2019t alone in his quest for self-improvement. His company offers a \u201cphenomenal\u201d program called Epson Management System, a continuous improvement philosophy that helps facilitate processes and customer experience. \u201cI\u2019d like to leverage these tools to identify ways to optimize our processes and further enhance the experience our channel partners have when they work with us,\u201d he added. On the home front, Misilewich and his husband, Brian, will celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary in December. The couple loves to travel and they are planning their first trip to Japan in 2024. Misilewich has been to the Land of the Rising Sun previously on business but is looking forward to exploring its many ancient treasures. Activities with family and friends rank high on his list, and he also enjoys golfing, taking walks and road trips. In the lead-up to his Japanese trip, Misilewich has been brushing up on reading and writing the language. Between textbooks and Duolingo\u2014an online platform for language learning\u2014he\u2019s gradually making strides to \u8a00\u8a9e\u3092\u5b66\u3076 (learn the language). \u201cIt has only been about two months of studying,\u201d he admitted. \u201cWhile I have a long way to go, I\u2019ve made some progress in learning the characters and some vocabulary.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":166,"featured_media":54876,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[3626,80,1650,82,84,1638],"tags":[4365],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56816"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/166"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=56816"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56816\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":56818,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56816\/revisions\/56818"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/54876"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=56816"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=56816"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=56816"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}