Novariant Appoints New CEO
May 3, 2012 Novariant, a provider of precision steering products for the agricultural market, has announced the appointment of Dave Vaughn as CEO. Novariant’s former CEO, Chris Ragot, will continue in his current role as vice chairman of the board of directors.
Vaughn has more than 20 years of senior executive experience in precision guidance and agri business at companies including Topcon, NovAtel, Magellan and Trimble. He has served on the board of directors for a number of high tech corporations and has extensive professional experience in that field, including serving in an executive capacity with Apple and Hewlett Packard. Dave has a bachelors of science degree in electronics and a MBA degree in operations research from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.
“Dave brings a wealth of senior operating experience with other leading companies in precision guidance and agriculture,” says Jim Gibbons, Novariant chairman. “The board is confident that he can set a direction for the company that will help it achieve its growth objectives and build upon its tradition of innovation and leadership in precision steering.”
“I am very excited about this opportunity,” says Vaughn. “Novariant’s innovative technology platform and agricultural industry focus positions the company well for growth.”
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