New Director
AMEX and TSE: AGT
TORONTO, July 6 /CNW/ - AimGlobal Technologies Company Inc. (AMEX, TSE: AGT) today announced the appointment of Mr. Joe S. Houssian to the Board of Directors. Mr. Houssian is the founder, Chairman, President and CEO of Intrawest Corporation (NYSE:IDR, TSE:ITW), a $2.5 billion international real estate and resort development corporation (www.intrawest.com).
Mr. Houssian, an M.B.A, founded Intrawest in the mid-70's. Intrawest began as a West Coast-based real estate development company and, under Mr. Houssian's direction over the last 20 years, has grown to become the leading developer and operator of mountain resorts across North America. Intrawest's flagship operation is Whistler/Blackcomb, rated North America's premier resort.
Mr. Steve deJaray, Chairman, President and CEO of AimGlobal Technologies, stated, "Under Mr. Houssian's stewardship, Intrawest operates and has successfully acquired substantial international business operations. His many years of accomplished business experience will be an invaluable contribution to the ongoing growth and continuing success of AimGlobal Technologies."
About Aimtronics Corporation Aimtronics Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of AimGlobal Technologies Company Inc., offers a complete range of Electronics Manufacturing Solutions and is a leading technical provider of services in the Microelectronics industry. Aimtronics' supply chain management solutions offer design assistance - reducing time-to-market metrics, time-to-volume metrics, full product testing, packaging, warranty service, and end-of-life support. Aimtronics' Microelectronics Technology Centre provides proprietary thick film hybrid design and assembly including Chip-on-Board, Multi-Chip Module, and Flip-Chip technologies.
Through five facilities located across the continent, Aimtronics serves the high technology markets throughout North America.
About AimGlobal Technologies Company Inc. Founded 14 years ago, and through its operating subsidiary, AimGlobal Technologies serves the Medical, Aerospace, Wireless, Communications, Industrial, Military and Emergency Services markets. With operations in New York State, Ontario and British Columbia, AimGlobal Technologies is a recognized technical innovator and a leading manufacturer of proprietary microelectronic solutions.
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For further information: Visit Aimtronics at www.aimtronics.com; Company Contact: AimGlobal Technologies Company Inc., Lisa Deguchi, (604) 647-1197, ldeguchi@aimglobaltech.com |