{"id":12519,"date":"2024-11-20T16:37:12","date_gmt":"2024-11-20T16:37:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smartplug.com\/?p=12519"},"modified":"2024-12-26T04:51:38","modified_gmt":"2024-12-26T04:51:38","slug":"smartplug-systems-announces-top-leadership-change","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartplug.com\/oldsite\/smartplug-systems-announces-top-leadership-change\/","title":{"rendered":"SMARTPLUG SYSTEMS ANNOUNCES TOP LEADERSHIP CHANGE"},"content":{"rendered":"

For Immediate Release <\/strong><\/p>

11\/19\/24<\/strong>
All Markets<\/p>

Effective immediately the Board of Directors of SmartPlug Systems LLC (dba SmartPlug) has appointed John C. Greenwood as its new Chief Executive Officer to accelerate growth in current and expanded market segments. SmartPlug, based in Seattle, WA, USA is a leading manufacturer of innovative safety-centric power delivery products for the Marine, RVs, specialty vehicles and Industrial applications worldwide.<\/p>

In his new position, John will lead efforts in market expansion, product development, partner collaboration and development, along with global day-to-day operations. He is stepping into a position vacated by longtime SmartPlug President\/CEO Tony Barber, who recently retired. George Conniff, Chairman and cofounder said \u201cthe board is very pleased to have someone with John\u2019s experience and leadership skills seamlessly transition from Tony; we are confident John will take full advantage of the rapidly expanding opportunities in the power connectivity sectors in marine, RV, and Industrial markets.\u201d<\/p>

John brings decades of building and growing disruptive technologies and solutions to the SmartPlug Team as they prepare for the next stages of growth. He has led companies in Manufacturing, Power Delivery, Smart Cities, Renewables, Electric Vehicle Infrastructure, Sports Marketing, Investment Banking, and Marketing Services. He has held Leadership roles at Panasonic, MasTec, AEG, Sign Language XL, Proxy Partners and others. John also holds a patent for direct texture print production.<\/p>

“With decades of experience in driving rapid growth enterprises, John is well suited for the leadership role at SmartPlug as they launch the next series of market leading electrical products. The company is in good hands and I\u2019m excited to see the Team realize the potential of the safest electrical connections in the industry\u201d said retiring President Tony Barber. John added, \u201cI am beyond excited to be working with some of the smartest and most innovative team members who have literally invented a better electrical power connector to save lives and help the well-publicized global power needs become even safer and available to expanded markets beyond our gold-standard Marine and RV partners. I\u2019m honored to lead our expanded journey into the future so even more partners can experience the SmartPlug difference.\u201d<\/p>

Manufactured in the USA, the revolutionary and globally patented SmartPlug replaces traditional twist- type AC power connections. Offered in 16A, 30A, 32A and 50A, the innovative plug and inlet design reduces electrical resistance and overheating to provide safer and more efficient electrical delivery. SmartPlug Systems holds Canadian CSA, Europe CE, Intertek ETL and US ETL certifications.<\/p>

Come see SmartPlug at METSTRADE Booth 05.312.<\/a><\/p>

Contact:<\/p>

SmartPlug Systems LLC<\/strong>
2500 Westlake Ave. N, Ste. G Seattle, WA 98109 | +206-285-2990<\/p>

info@smartplug.com<\/a><\/p>

www.smartplug.com<\/a><\/p>

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