10 August 2004
InFocus®’ Harker to Transition CEO Role; Will Continue as Chairman Ranson to Become InFocus’ Next CEO on September 1
NEW ZEALAND, August 10, 2004 – InFocus® Corporation (Nasdaq: INFS) today said that Chief Executive Officer, John V.
Harker, will transition out of the role of CEO over the next three weeks. He will continue as the company's chairman.
The InFocus Board of Directors has selected Kyle Ranson to become the company's next CEO, effective September 1. Ranson
currently is president and chief operating officer. The transition is a planned succession that follows Ranson’s
selection as president and chief operating officer in 2003.
"This is an excellent time to transition the job of CEO to Kyle. The company's momentum is building, the management
bench is strong, and the balance sheet is healthy," Harker said. "Kyle is a strong leader of people with a keen insight
into the needs of our customers and emerging markets. He is an intense competitor with the ability to focus on our
objectives and deliver. These traits, combined with the continuity he brings to InFocus’ strategic direction, will take
us to the next level.”
"Our Board of Directors has a succession planning process, and the transition we're announcing today has been in the
making for some time. As Chairman, I will continue to work for InFocus’ success with an active and independent Board
that is committed to serving our shareholders, customers and employees," Harker said.
Harker became president and CEO of the company in April 1992, and was named chairman in 1994. Under his leadership,
InFocus has emerged as the industry leader in digital projection. The company is known for innovation and has expanded
its markets to include consumer, home theatre projection and image engines for High Definition Television. It has
transformed itself to a more streamlined company, and it is well positioned for profitable growth.
Ranson noted, "This is an exciting time to lead InFocus. We are literally square in the middle of the digital
convergence revolution; potential customers in all walks of life and business have an insatiable appetite for viewing
their digital content in larger formats with crisp vibrant color. Whether in the home, office, classroom or public venue
we are positioned to take more advantage of this than many, thanks to the visionary thinking and passion for winning
that John has instilled into our culture and the way he's challenged us to put the customer at the center of our
thinking. I look forward to exciting years of innovation and growth."
Ranson’s career in the high tech industry includes a series of executive sales, marketing and general management
assignments that span nearly 20 years. Prior to InFocus Ranson was with Compaq and Hewlett Packard for 15 years both in
the United Kingdom and United States where he held various executive level positions. His business expertise spans the
globe with hands-on experience in all major global markets.
About InFocus Corporation InFocus® Corporation (Nasdaq: INFS) has been innovating and developing new ways for people to
share big pictures and ideas in business, education and home entertainment for almost twenty years. Beginning with our
worldwide leadership in digital projectors, today our expertise extends beyond projection into large format displays,
rear projection televisions, wireless connectivity, networking software and engine technology all designed to make the
presentation of ideas, information, and entertainment an exhilarating experience.
InFocus Corporation's global headquarters are located in Wilsonville, Oregon, USA, with regional offices in Europe and
Asia. For more information, visit the InFocus Corporation web site at www.infocus.com or contact the company toll-free
at 800.294.6400 (U.S. and Canada) or 503.685.8888 worldwide. ###
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