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"Maclaren's growth has been extraordinary and the feedback on our new 2009 line, led by our new from-birth transport system, the Grand Tour(TM) LX, is outstanding," says Bahman Kia, Maclaren's Chairman. "Dan and Paul have proven themselves to be exceptional leaders in their field. I am confident that the combination of our premium brand, strong growth, continuous innovation and dynamic new leadership bring Maclaren to even higher levels. Exciting days lie ahead."
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Dan brings management expertise in the strategic growth of major consumer brands and retail operations. His leadership includes serving as President of Bugaboo North America, Inc.; Corporate Vice President, Operations and CIO at The Limited, Inc. and Tommy Hilfiger USA; and Designer, Director Business Operations at Polo Ralph Lauren.
Paul comes to Maclaren with extensive financial and operational experience. He has held executive positions as CFO, COO and Director of Operations of Bugaboo North America, Inc.; President of Quincy Parker Group; COO and Management Information Systems Director at MCY.com; and CFO, COO and Management Information Systems Director at Frankfurt Balkind Partners.
The new executive management team will join Maclaren November 3, 2008.
ABOUT MACLAREN
Owen Maclaren, a former test pilot and aeronautical engineer, was inspired by the birth of his first grandchild to invent the umbrella-fold buggy. His portable, lightweight yet sturdy invention liberated parents from the bulky, cumbersome pram, revolutionising baby transport and becoming an iconic design. The company he created continues to lead the industry in innovation, quality and design, offering high performance, stylish wheeled goods, accessories, toys and organic, holistic personal care products for mother and baby. Maclaren Europe Limited has its headquarters at its original home in Long Buckby, England. Maclaren USA Inc. headquarters are in South Norwalk, Connecticut.
A global brand, Maclaren is pleased to support global and local charities affecting the health and well being of families through organizations including as The Hunger Project, Kids in Distressed Situations, Inc. and Baby Buggy.
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SOURCE Maclaren USA Inc.
