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Channel Blade Technologies Names Jon Lintvet Chief Executive Officer
Channel Blade Technologies Names Jon Lintvet Chief Executive Officer Virginia Beach, Va. - November 12, 2007 - Channel Blade Technologies, a leading provider of online marketing, lead management and sales education solutions in the marine, RV, and powersports industries, named Jon Lintvet chief executive officer. As an avid outdoorsman and lifelong sport fisherman, Lintvet is passionate about the industries Channel Blade serves. He brings strong management experience to the business spanning product and business development, as well as brand marketing. Lintvet's financial and analytical background will help elevate the company's role as a diversified market leader and accelerate its rich history of innovation and growth. "Jon's in-depth understanding of our business and clients combined with a strong, innovative vision for the future will be key drivers of Channel Blade's continued success and that of its clients," said Adams. Lintvet joined Channel Blade in 2006 from Capital One Financial to manage the company's business development strategy. He has played a prominent role in building strategic partnerships to diversify Channel Blade's growth. "Channel Blade has a remarkable history of successfully supporting the most prominent manufacturers and dealers in the marketplace," said Lintvet. "It is truly an honor to be entrusted with the future of such a highly regarded market leader. I am also extraordinarily privileged to have the opportunity to work with such a passionate and talented team." "Organizationally, we are looking forward to Chuck and Mike's continued contributions to the industries that Channel Blade serves," said Lintvet. "As founders and owners, they are passionately dedicated to understanding the evolving needs of our clients and helping manufacturers and dealers worldwide leverage Channel Blade's solutions to increase their businesses' profitability." |
About Channel Blade and ARI
Channel Blade, an ARI company, provides online lead generation, lead management and sales education solutions that drive more leads and sales to manufacturers and dealers within the marine and recreational vehicle industries. Channel Blade supports its clients worldwide with its award-winning, cost-efficient solutions and hands-on education programs -- including 70 percent of Boating Industry's prestigious 2008 Top 100 Dealers.
ARI Network Services, Inc. (ARI) is a leading provider of electronic parts catalogs and marketing services to dealers, distributors and manufacturers in the manufactured equipment markets. ARI currently serves approximately 100 manufacturers and 190 distributors worldwide, as well as more than 25,000 dealers in several markets, including outdoor power; power sports; marine; recreation vehicle; appliance; agricultural equipment; floor maintenance; construction; and aftermarket auto and truck parts. Both of the companies’ products, as well as the websites designed for its customers, have received numerous industry awards, including Editor’s Choice Award for SearchEngineSmart™ in February, 2009 awarded by Powersports Business Magazine and this year’s Best Dealer Website of the Year for MarineMax.com.
For more information on Channel Blade and ARI, please visit www.channelblade.com and www.arinet.com.
Media contact: Lindsay Rapoport, (757) 222-6723; lindsay.rapoport@channelblade.
