Califone International, leaders in the field of educational and professional audio, has appointed Tim Ridgway to the post of Director of Marketing. In his new position, Ridgway will oversee the company’s rapid expansion in the professional, music retail and educational markets, as well as its developing global marketing presence and brand positioning.

Ridgway joins Califone after ten years with Remo, the leading global drum head and percussion manufacturer where, as Communications Director, he managed the company’s media and public relations, including the website, education and corporate communications. His work with Remo’s renowned World Percussion and Children’s Percussion lines played a major role in the company’s developing success story.

“The significant changes and strategic growth Califone is presently experiencing called for a seasoned professional who could hit the ground running and take us to the next level quickly. Tim’s marketing skills and his expertise in the music products and educational industries are exactly what the company needs,” comments Roscoe Anthony, Vice President of Marketing.

Califone has been a leading manufacturer of audio products for the educational, presentation and professional markets for over 57 years. The company offers a complete line of audio solutions, wireless systems and multimedia products for small, medium and large presentation needs.

Califone was founded in 1946 and continues to be a leader in the design, development and manufacturing of audiovisual and supplemental curriculum products for use in education, presentation and professional markets. The company offers a complete line of audio solutions, wireless systems and
multimedia products for small, medium and large presentation needs.

Additional information may be obtained by contacting:
Califone® International, Inc.
1145 Arroyo St., #A
San Fernando, CA 91340
(800) 722-0500, ext. 428
www.califone.com

Posted on March 14th, 2003 and is filed under Announcements, Press.