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HARMAN SPECIALTY GROUP APPOINTS ED STADLEN
SALES MANAGER FOR MARK LEVINSON
BEDFORD, MA, May 1, 2006 — Harman Specialty Group, a Harman International Company (NYSE-HAR), has named Ed Stadlen as Sales Manager for the Mark Levinson brand of high-end consumer audio and home theater electronics. The announcement was made by Walter Schofield, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Mark Levinson, and positions the company for continuing worldwide growth as the preeminent choice among audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts.In his new position, Ed Stadlen offers direction and support to Mark Levinson dealers and representatives through regular communications, targeted training programs and in-store events. Stadlen will work with these key business partners to connect directly with the market, and address the industry’s implementation of Mark Levinson’s marketing strategy to achieve global brand recognition and unparalleled customer loyalty.
An industry veteran with three decades of experience, Stadlen most recently acted as Vice President and General Manager of Sapphire Audio. He was also Co-founder and Principal of Value Added Marketing, a New England-based independent manufacturers’ rep firm which earned numerous awards for sales excellence, and previously held sales and marketing management positions with Final Sound, Acoustic Research, NAD and Hitachi. In addition, Stadlen is an avid piano player.
Walter Schofield remarks, “Our long-term plan is to ensure the Harman Specialty Group’s sustained expansion, while further establishing the distinct identity of the Mark Levinson product line. Ed has much expertise from working with top manufacturers, and he’ll utilize his wealth of resources to help increase overall visibility of the Mark Levinson brand.” Schofield adds, “Mark Levinson is committed to leading the consumer audio and home theater market with advanced technology solutions, and Ed is a clear asset to our objectives.”
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The Harman Specialty Group (HSG) is a leading manufacturer of high performance, high fidelity audio/video components for use in the home. The Group’s brands include Mark Levinson®, Revel®, and Lexicon®.
HSG is a division of Harman International, Inc. Harman International (www.harman.com). The company’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol HAR.
“Mark Levinson,” “Revel,” and “Lexicon” are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries. U.S. patents and other worldwide patents issued and pending. Other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.
—For more information on the complete range of Mark Levinson, Revel, and Lexicon products, contact Harman Specialty Group, 3 Oak Park Drive, Bedford, MA 01730-1413.
Tel: (781) 280-0300; Fax: (781) 280-0490; Web: www.harmanspecialtygroup.com
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