Management to hold conference call
CARLSBAD, CA, July 3, 2013 /CNW/ - Pivot Technology Solutions, Inc.
("Pivot" or the "Company") (TSX-V: PTG) announces that Warren Barnes is
appointed CEO, effective immediately, succeeding Mr. Greg Gallagher who
is leaving for an opportunity to become a principal in a new venture.
Mr. Barnes will be succeeded as CFO by Mr. Kerri Brass, an internal
appointment.
John Sculley, Executive Chairman of Pivot, stated, "We are grateful to
Greg, who led the Company through a key phase in our evolution, which
included the acquisition of Sigma and our listing through the reverse
take-over of Acme, a milestone in our development. We wish Greg great
success with his next venture."
"The focus of our Company is shifting from accelerated acquisitive
growth to profitable growth, which involves the further integration of
our acquisitions and cost control. Warren is already heavily engaged
in these initiatives, and is the right person to take on the role of
CEO. We also have continuity in the financial role through the
appointment of Kerri Brass. Kerri has deep knowledge of the Company
and his appointment will ensure a smooth transition."
Warren Barnes joined ACS in 2006, where he was CFO when it was acquired
by Pivot, and has served as the Company's CFO since July 2012. Mr.
Barnes has been instrumental in early acquisitions and the initial work
to integrate the acquired companies. Prior to joining ACS, Mr. Barnes
served for six years as Chief Financial Officer at GKN Aerospace and
for two years as Finance Director at Science and Applied Technology.
Mr. Barnes, added, "Where the acquisitions have allowed us to reach
critical mass, key in the execution of our MVSP model, we now have to
focus on realizing the many benefits that further integration can
bring. We see substantial opportunities to achieve synergies, such as
cross certification, cross selling both product and services, and cost
synergies, to drive further growth and improve our bottom line."
Mr. Brass has been Pivot's VP of Corporate Finance for the past 2 years,
and brings 20 years of senior financial leadership experience in
corporate development, strategic planning and operational financial
management roles, mostly in the technology and financial services
sectors. Prior to joining Pivot, he held various senior roles at Symcor
Inc., one of Canada's largest financial processing outsourcers.
Mr. Barnes concluded, "Having been part of the formation of Pivot, I
believe strongly that we have created something unique that is
exceptionally well positioned to benefit from the dynamics in the IT
Service industry. We have a great management team and a visionary and
supportive Board. Our business model is proving successful and we see
many opportunities, both internal and external, to continue building a
sustainably profitable company and work towards reaching our mission of
becoming a leading MVSP in the North American market. I look forward to
reporting regularly to shareholders on our progress."
The Company also announced that Dave Miller, who had been Pivot's Chief
Operating Officer since the July 1, 2012 acquisition of Sigma
Solutions, resigned effective immediately. Mr. Barnes, in his role as
CEO, will be assuming certain of the former COO's functions, while
other functions will be assumed by divisional operational managers.
As announced on May 30, 2013, the Company is reviewing its capital
structure, and has no current plans to exercise its right to convert
the Series A preferred shares into common shares. It is anticipated
that the review will be completed and the Company's plans finalized by
the end of the third quarter.
Management will host a conference call discussing the changes, tomorrow,
July 4th 2013, 11:00 am EST.
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Participant Dial-In Number(s):
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(888) 231-8191 or (647) 427-7450
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Access code:
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14772250
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A replay will be available for one week following the call via
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http://bit.ly/14qhJmc
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Conference ID:
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14772250
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Alternatively, the call can be accessed through:
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Encore Toll Free Dial-in Number:
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(855) 859-2056
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Encore Password:
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14772250
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Subsequently, a recording of the call will be posted on the Company's
website: www.pivotts.com
About Pivot Technology Solutions, Inc.
Together with its portfolio companies and partners, Pivot delivers
solutions that enable organizations to design, build, implement and
maintain computing and communication infrastructure that addresses
their unique business needs. Pivot's approach supports improvement of
business performance, helps organizations reduce capital and operating
expenses, and accelerates the delivery of new products and services to
end-customers. With over 2,000 clients, many of whom are Fortune 1,000
companies, Pivot extends its value added solutions to help
organizations of all sizes improve operating efficiency, reduce
complexity and enhance service delivery through virtualization and
cloud computing. Pivot enables businesses to extend their enterprise
through mobility solutions to better connect business partners and
customers. Pivot has offices throughout North America and can be found
online at www.pivotts.com.
Forward Looking Statement
This news release contains statements that may constitute
"forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable Canadian
securities laws. Forward-looking statements include statements
regarding Pivot Technology Solutions, Inc.'s (Pivot) future plans,
objectives or economic performance, or the assumptions underlying any
of the foregoing. Pivot uses words such as "may", "would", "could",
"will", "likely", "expect", "anticipate", "believe", "intend", "plan",
"forecast", "project", "estimate" and similar expressions to identify
forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in the press
release relate to the following:
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Pivot's position to benefit from the dynamics in the IT industry;
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opportunities for Pivot to continue building a sustainable profitable
company and work towards reaching Pivot's mission of becoming a leading MVSP in the North American market; and
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the completion of the review by Pivot of its capital structure by
September 30, 2013.
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Such forward-looking statements are based on assumptions made by Pivot
in light of its experience and its perception of historical trends,
current conditions and expected future developments, namely:
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that Pivot will continue to be in position to benefit from the dynamics
in the IT industry based on its IT Multi-Vendor Solutions Provider and
that operational and cost synergies will result in further growth and
cost savings;
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that Pivot's operations will be profitable in future periods, that
Pivot's operation will grow, and that as a result Pivot will become one
of the leading MVSP in the North American market;
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that by September 30, 2013, Pivot will have obtained required
information and advice to complete the review of its capital structure.
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However, whether actual results and developments will conform to Pivot's
expectations and predictions is subject to a number of risks and
uncertainties. Many factors could cause Pivot's actual results, or
future events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by
the forward-looking statements contained in this news release
identified above. These factors include, without limitation:
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uncertainty in the global economic environment and, in particular, the
IT industry; delays in the purchasing decisions of Pivot's customers;
risk that operational and cost synergies will not result in cost
savings or growth;
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the competition Pivot faces in its industry and/or marketplace; the
possibility of technical, logistical or planning issues in connection
with the development of Pivot's products or services, all of which may
negatively impact on Pivot's profitability; and
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delays in obtaining information and advice relating to Pivot's capital
structure.
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Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider
(as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange)
accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
SOURCE: Pivot Technology Solutions, Inc.
