AVAD Hires New Vice President Of Sales

Driven and Dynamic Former Fujitsu Exec Plans to Create Synergistic Sales Strategies for Established Home Technology Distribution Firm

March 29, 2007

AVAD, America’s largest distributor of home technology products, announced today that Mike Gleason has joined the company as Vice President of Sales. In his new position, Gleason will be responsible for creating universal sales strategies that continue to grow the company in new areas, taking into consideration the unique challenges, scenarios and dynamics at each of the 36 AVAD locations across the United States. An esteemed and driven consumer electronics executive, Gleason brings over 16 years of consumer electronics experience to AVAD, having most recently worked for Fujitsu, where he served as Vice President of Sales in the company’s Plasma Division. Prior to his tenure with Fujitsu, Gleason was employed by Mitsubishi Digital Electronics AMERICA. Throughout his career, Gleason has personally been involved in creating effective sales strategies and bringing hundreds of very successful home electronics products to market. “Michael brings immense sales knowledge and industry experience to AVAD,” said Bob Gartland, president of AVAD. “We are confident his insights will help us create sales strategies that work well for all of our associates and provide immense value to our dealers.” As VP of Sales, Gleason will act as the communication link from the salesperson and AVAD dealers up through the corporation. Gleason plans to visit each of the AVAD locations across the United States where he will meet with associates to glean a better understanding of the organization as a whole. “I’m extremely pleased to be joining AVAD,” Gleason said. “To be joining an industry powerhouse like AVAD is a wonderful opportunity and I’m very excited about what we will be able to accomplish together.” AVAD is no ordinary wholesaler: AVAD’s Electronic System Contractors are provided with extensive training and education via AVAD University, which conducts more than 450 online and classroom training events each year. All of AVAD’s Electronic Systems Contractors receive certification in systems integration and other important skills – ensuring that the company’s installers and integrators are the most knowledgeable and highly trained professionals in the industry. Integrators and builders who are a part of the AVAD’s D2B (Dealer to Builder) program also receive the benefit of receiving marketing support materials and sales training that help both the integrator and builder fully communicate the benefits of new home technology systems and lifestyle amenities. Currently, AVAD serves more than 9,000 dealers at 36 distribution centers throughout the United States.

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