Ryan Bittner, James Muth and Michael Kling named to new roles
Fort Atkinson, Wis. (November 9, 2006) - Spacesaver Corp. has announced the promotions of three executives as part of its strategy to focus on profitable new growth opportunities and to support its customer and distribution network. Executives promoted include Ryan Bittner, James Muth and Michael Kling.
Ryan Bittner, formerly Vice President of Finance and Administration, has been promoted to Vice President of Corporate Development. In his new role, Bittner will be responsible for assessing market strategies and economic trends that impact the company's growth objectives, as well as identifying acquisition targets and leading acquisition related activities. Bittner holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Marquette University. He lives in Cottage Grove, Wis.
James Muth has been promoted from Vice President of Operations to Vice President of Contract Manufacturing. In his new post, Muth will oversee all contract fabrication business, as well as Spacesaver's OEM industrial mobile products business. Muth earned a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial technology from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. He resides in Oconomowoc, Wis.
Michael Kling, formerly a plant manager, has been promoted to Director of Manufacturing. In his new role, Kling will be responsible for all of Spacesaver's manufacturing operations. Kling holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration, which he earned from Cardinal Stritch University. He lives in Hartland, Wis.
"Each of these individuals has proven their skills and talent within their own disciplines, and made significant contributions to the Spacesaver Corporation in their own right," said Spacesaver President Paul Olsen. "We're fortunate to have them on our team as we strive to increase profitability and continue to grow as a company that takes the lead in the development of innovative storage solutions specifically designed to meet our customers' exact needs."
About Spacesaver
Spacesaver Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer of high-density mobile storage and filing systems, as well as steel shelving and related accessories. Since 1972, Spacesaver has successfully produced storage solutions for library, healthcare, law enforcement, government, museum, corporate, institutional and industrial applications. A division of KI, Spacesaver is ISO 9001:2000 certified and headquartered in Fort Atkinson, Wis. Sales, installation and service are provided by The Spacesaver Group of independent Area Contractors.
Contact:
Dennis Estenson, Spacesaver
920-563-0740
destenson@spacesaver.com
OR
Mike Grennier, APR, Integré
262-544-8800
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