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Carl Gerhardt to Lead Allegra

TROY, MI—Printing franchisor Allegra Network announced that Carl Gerhardt has been named president. Formerly the company's vice president of franchise consulting, Gerhardt replaces Bill McIntyre, who has been promoted to chairman. McIntyre will continue to focus on acquisitions and new initiatives for Allegra Network. Gerhardt joined Allegra in 1985 when he and his wife, Judy, opened an American Speedy Printing Centers franchise.