SMART announces new vice president, marketing
CALGARY, ALBERTA --- August 31, 2006 --- SMART Technologies Inc. announces the appointment of Tom Hodson to the position of vice president, marketing as of October 2, 2006. A seasoned business professional, Hodson will lead the marketing group, which includes product management, education marketing, corporate market development, marketing communications and international marketing. SMART is both the industry pioneer and global education market segment leader in easy-to-use interactive whiteboards and other group collaboration tools. Over the past 20 years, the SMART product line has expanded to include the latest in interactive pen displays, interactive digital signage, wireless slates and software.
Hodson brings over 20 years of marketing, sales and management experience to SMART. One of North America’s top marketing leaders, Hodson has a reputation for delivering results in highly competitive and complex markets. He has 16 years experience with Procter & Gamble in progressively responsible roles from 1984 to 2000. Most recently, he was a managing partner of Optimé International, a leading consulting firm specializing in sales execution. Hodson has an MBA with a concentration in marketing from Queen’s University (Kingston, Ontario).
“I am looking forward to joining SMART,” says Hodson. “I see the culture as one of constant improvement and innovation, which makes for a very dynamic and progressive workplace. I am looking forward to contributing to the growing success of SMART as it continues to expand its product and service offerings for its growing customer base.”
“Tom is not only an accomplished businessman, but he also brings extensive sales and marketing experience to SMART,” says Nancy Knowlton, SMART’s president and co-CEO. “He is direct, thoughtful, curious and analytical, and he places a strong emphasis on respect and ethical behavior, all traits that will make him a valuable addition to our executive management team.”