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Jensen brings more than 15 years of technology leadership experience to ViewSonic, most recently asvice president of Worldwide Sales Channels and of the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region at Proxim Wireless Networks, a global leader in wireless networking equipment. At Proxim, Jensen was instrumental in repositioning the company as a premium brand, while simultaneously developing and implementing new global sales, channel and pricing strategies.
“Jan’s leadership will be key in extending our brand in both the business-to-business and consumer markets, and in growing our reputation as an industry leader in Europe ,” said James Chu, chairman and CEO, ViewSonic. “His well-rounded international experience in business-to-business and consumer sales, marketing and brand positioning—gained from different industries like consumer electronics, IT, media and networking—will prove to be a tremendous asset to ViewSonic as we drive our global vision forward.”
Prior to his tenure at Proxim, Jensen held a variety of leadership roles around the globe, including deputy chief operating officer for Metro International; vice president of Business in EMEA for Gateway; director of International Channel Management for Siemens Computer Systems; business unit manager for Compaq Computer; and various sales and marketing roles for Panasonic/Matsushita. In addition, Jensen also has served on the board of directors for Energy Solution International, the largest independent software vendor of pipeline operation and business management software solutions to the oil and gas pipeline industry. In this role, he provided vision and direction in the development of global sales and marketing strategies.
Jensen fills the position after Christopher Franey’s transition from president of ViewSonic Europe to president of ViewSonic Americas earlier this year.
Jensen holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Business Economics from Aarhus School of Business Administration in Denmark .
About ViewSonic
ViewSonic® Corp., a worldwide leader in visual display products, offers comprehensive display solutions for today’s business, education and consumer electronics markets. The company’s products have won more than 1,000 awards globally from independent publications and organizations.
Headquartered in Walnut, Calif. , ViewSonic was founded in 1987 and is a privately held corporation. For further information, please contact ViewSonic Corp. at tel: 800.888.8583 or 909.869.7976; fax: 909.468.3736; or www.ViewSonic.com.
Forward-looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including all statements relating to the performance expectations of ViewSonic products, business opportunities or financial performance. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to be materially different than expectations. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, ViewSonic’s dependence on third-party manufacturers; its need to maintain and expand its sales channels; market acceptance of ViewSonic's products; general industry trends, including cyclical trends in the PC and visual display industries; and the impact of competitive products and pricing alternatives. Investors are advised to read ViewSonic’s Form 10 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, particularly the section entitled “Factors that May Affect ViewSonic’s Business and Financial Results.”
Undue reliance should not be placed on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, and ViewSonic undertakes no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.
Trademark footnote: All corporate names and trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
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ViewSonic Appoints Jan Jensen President of ViewSonic Europe
WALNUT, Calif. , Oct. 26, 2004 – ViewSonic® Corp., a worldwide visual display products leader, announced today that it has named Jan Jensen the president of ViewSonic Europe. In this role, Jensen will provide strategic direction and foster new business development across Europe to help the company become the preferred global provider of visual display products.Jensen brings more than 15 years of technology leadership experience to ViewSonic, most recently asvice president of Worldwide Sales Channels and of the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region at Proxim Wireless Networks, a global leader in wireless networking equipment. At Proxim, Jensen was instrumental in repositioning the company as a premium brand, while simultaneously developing and implementing new global sales, channel and pricing strategies.
“Jan’s leadership will be key in extending our brand in both the business-to-business and consumer markets, and in growing our reputation as an industry leader in Europe ,” said James Chu, chairman and CEO, ViewSonic. “His well-rounded international experience in business-to-business and consumer sales, marketing and brand positioning—gained from different industries like consumer electronics, IT, media and networking—will prove to be a tremendous asset to ViewSonic as we drive our global vision forward.”
Prior to his tenure at Proxim, Jensen held a variety of leadership roles around the globe, including deputy chief operating officer for Metro International; vice president of Business in EMEA for Gateway; director of International Channel Management for Siemens Computer Systems; business unit manager for Compaq Computer; and various sales and marketing roles for Panasonic/Matsushita. In addition, Jensen also has served on the board of directors for Energy Solution International, the largest independent software vendor of pipeline operation and business management software solutions to the oil and gas pipeline industry. In this role, he provided vision and direction in the development of global sales and marketing strategies.
Jensen fills the position after Christopher Franey’s transition from president of ViewSonic Europe to president of ViewSonic Americas earlier this year.
Jensen holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Business Economics from Aarhus School of Business Administration in Denmark .
About ViewSonic
ViewSonic® Corp., a worldwide leader in visual display products, offers comprehensive display solutions for today’s business, education and consumer electronics markets. The company’s products have won more than 1,000 awards globally from independent publications and organizations.
Headquartered in Walnut, Calif. , ViewSonic was founded in 1987 and is a privately held corporation. For further information, please contact ViewSonic Corp. at tel: 800.888.8583 or 909.869.7976; fax: 909.468.3736; or www.ViewSonic.com.
Forward-looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including all statements relating to the performance expectations of ViewSonic products, business opportunities or financial performance. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to be materially different than expectations. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, ViewSonic’s dependence on third-party manufacturers; its need to maintain and expand its sales channels; market acceptance of ViewSonic's products; general industry trends, including cyclical trends in the PC and visual display industries; and the impact of competitive products and pricing alternatives. Investors are advised to read ViewSonic’s Form 10 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, particularly the section entitled “Factors that May Affect ViewSonic’s Business and Financial Results.”
Undue reliance should not be placed on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, and ViewSonic undertakes no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof.
Trademark footnote: All corporate names and trademarks are the property of their respective companies.