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Atlanta, GA, December 18, 2004: WMC Employees Help Hands-On-Atlanta
World Micro employees in conjunction with its relationship with Hands-On-Atlanta, volunteered their support to the "Foster Care Support Group" located in Roswell, GA. In addition to a monetary donation, World Micro employees helped them move goods to and from their storage units, assembled cribs for kids who don't have a place to sleep, and sorted clothing for the kids who have none. Dan Ellsworth, President of World Micro, said, "We made a huge difference by having about 15 people contribute over 50 hours of work, and I appreciate the help from everyone who could make it. We will do additional work for this group in the spring".
Atlanta, GA, November 23, 2004: World Micro Formalizes Relationship With Local Non-Profit
World Micro, in its continuing effort to make a difference supporting the local community, has established a relationship with a local non-profit organization. Dan Ellsworth, President, said, "We annually to donate a portion of our December profits to an organization that we feel is deserving. This year is no exception, and the selection we have made is Hands on Atlanta.
Hands On Atlanta is a non-profit organization that helps individuals, families and corporate and community groups find flexible volunteer opportunities at more than 400 service organizations and schools. Hands On Atlanta volunteers, now 25,000 strong, are at work every day of the year building community and meeting critical needs in schools, parks, senior homes, food banks, pet shelters, low-income neighborhoods and more. Hands On Atlanta is an affiliate of the Hands On Network, an umbrella association of "Cares" and "Hands On" organizations across the United States, U.K. and other countries.
Atlanta, GA, October 27, 2004: World Micro Announces New Operating Division And Strengthens Management Team
World Micro's evolution into a unique Hybrid Electronics Sourcing Company continues to take shape with the opening of a new Operating Division, and an expansion in the management team which further supports a strong foundation for its continued growth.
The new division will focus in two areas: Embedded Computing and Engineering Design Services. "With many customers purchasing Electronic Components from us, we recognize they are also purchasing many other electronic products, we do not currently supply.", commented Dan Ellsworth, CEO The new division will provide the expertise and capitalize on the World-Class sourcing tools we have created, that have enabled us to become as successful as we are in the component industry.
Additionally, to head up this division, and develop the new marketing programs, World Micro has hired a 19-year veteran, Daniel McMillen, as Director of Business Development & Marketing. He will utilize his extensive experience in Sales, Business Development, Marketing, and Management to build the new division, train the sales team, and establish supply sources by aligning World Micro "factory direct" with leading manufacturers. "Daniel's experience includes building successful supply relationships, partnerships, and a joint venture with major corporations," said Ellsworth, "and we welcome him to this newly created position." He comes to World Micro from the Applied Computing Solutions division of Avnet, Inc., where he worked with OEMs designing embedded computing solutions into their products, such as processors, servers, personal computers, storage, embedded computing, LCD displays, operating systems, networking, peripherals, and telephony.
Atlanta, GA, August 20, 2004: World Micro Hires Industry Veteran To Establish National Outside Sales Force
World Micro continues its expansion and evolution into a Hybrid Electronics Sourcing company with an addition to its management team. Rick Cooley will be heading up the new outside sales division. Rick brings over 25 years of valuable experience gained in sales, and sales management. He has worked for a leading distribution company, manufacturers rep firm, and electronic manufacturing company. Rick started out his electronics career with Arrow Electronics in Michigan as an outside salesperson. He later went on to become a Manufacturer's Representative promoting such lines as NEC, Cherry Switch, Sprague and NDK just to name a few. He was promoted to a Regional Sales Manager position, and continued his career advancement leading to a Corporate Sales Management position responsible for a National Sales Staff. |
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