SOMERSET, NJ — (Marketwired) — 05/12/15 — Star Micronics has announced BlueStar as their 2014 Distributor of the Year, a title BlueStar has now achieved an impressive 11 consecutive years. Star Micronics is a leading global manufacturer of point-of-service printers and peripherals. The award-winning distributor BlueStar is a recognized leader in solution-based distribution of POS, Auto ID, RFID, digital signage, and security technologies.

The Distributor of the Year title is awarded annually to an outstanding Distributor that demonstrates exponential growth in sales, while helping to expand and promote Star Micronics– innovative solutions through exemplary VAR business development and partnerships throughout North and South America.

With notable distinction and praise, Michael Hanson, Star Micronics– Executive Vice President, and Christine Duffy, Star Micronics– Senior Sales Director, proudly presented the 2014 Distributor of the Year award to BlueStar–s President and CEO, Stephen Cuntz. Christine Duffy extols BlueStar for their lofty designation, “BlueStar remains a great partner who has been a dynamic participant in Star–s vision and success. As the company continues as a leading and innovating manufacturer, BlueStar remains an influential and valued partner who will continue to lead and persevere with Star Micronics.”

BlueStar–s President and CEO, Stephen Cuntz, responded, “It is a great honor to be recognized as a Distributor of Achievement by Star Micronics. I look forward to another year of progress with Star, and marvel at how we have been partners for over 28 years. Thank you for all of the insight and leadership for the industry.”

To learn more about Star Micronics innovative solutions for mobile POS and customer engagement, visit .

Star Micronics America, Inc. is a subsidiary of Star Micronics Company Ltd., one of the largest POS and customer engagement technology manufacturers world-wide. Star Micronics also manufactures high-precision machine tools and precision parts. Star Micronics Company Ltd. is ranked as one of the Top 50 “Most Stable” Japanese companies on the Japanese Nikkei. For more information, visit or call 800-782-7636.

Kerry Tai
Star Micronics America, Inc.

(848) 216-3300 x580

Melissa McGaughey
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