Consumer Electronics Industry Veteran Fred Yando Joins Established Audio Manufacturer
Incline Village, NV — September 1, 2007 — ARTISON announced today the appointment of industry veteran Fred Yando to the position of Executive Vice President effective September 1, 2007. Yando will be responsible for the company’s growth and sales strategies, strengthening dealer relationships and ensuring smooth company operations.
“We are thrilled to have Fred join our team,” said Cary Christie, Artison’s president and CEO. “His wealth of experience will be an invaluable asset to Artison. I am confident his talent, passion and proven leadership will be instrumental to our success.”
Yando brings with him over 37 years of Sales & Marketing experience in the Consumer Electronics and A/V Industry. The founder and president of KEF America, Yando was Vice President, Sales & Marketing at Infinity Systems, a company co-founded by Christie. Yando also worked with Christie at loudspeaker manufacturer Acoustic Research. After that he spent four years at Velodyne Acoustics and most recently Yando was Vice President, Sales & Marketing at BG Radia Corporation.
Yando’s long experience in the domestic and international aspects of the business have made him a visible and respected figure, and his contributions have helped shape the consumer electronics industry we know today.
“To be joining such an elite brand as Artison is a wonderful opportunity,” Yando said. “I’m excited at the prospect of working with Cary, especially with so many new innovative Artison products being developed.”
Talking Points:
• Fred Yando has been appointed to the position of Artison’s Executive Vice President, COO.
• Yando brings with him over 37 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry.
• As Executive Vice President, COO, Yando will be responsible for the company’s growth and sales strategies, strengthening dealer relationships and ensuring smooth company operations.
About Artison
Artison is dedicated to the development of new audio and video applications designed to meet the technology needs of the 21st century. Led by renowned speaker designer, Cary Christie, Artison demonstrates its expertise by developing technological innovations that enhance consumers’ home audio and video enjoyment. The company is headquartered at 774 Mays Boulevard, Suite 10-183, Incline Village, NV 89451, phone 775-833-4344, or visit the Artison Web site at www.artisonusa.com}
