Richard Lough Named Chief Financial Officer at Williams Sound

	Richard Lough, Williams Sound

Williams Sound, a designer and manufacturer of wireless communication technology, announces the appointment of Richard Lough to the position of chief financial officer.

Lough brings 25-plus years of financial management experience in multiple industries. His extensive expertise includes developing and managing corporate financial operations, with responsibilities focusing on accounting/finance, planning/forecasting, business and operational processes, cost accounting, treasury operations, and benefits programs.

Before joining Williams Sound, Lough served as corporate controller for Spectrum Plastics Group, a production injection molding facility headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Prior to that, he held the position of manager of earnings release and reporting for Ameriprise Financial in Minneapolis. His career began as an accountant for KPMG, formerly Peat Marwick.

"Williams Sound is pleased and excited to add Richard to our management team," said Paul Ingebrigtsen, president and CEO of Williams Sound. "His depth of financial knowledge and experience will help drive our future success."

Adds Lough, "I look forward to working with the dedicated employees of Williams Sound, one of the most reputable manufacturers of professional communication technology. The opportunity to be part of a growing company, with a global vision, is very exciting, and I feel Williams Sound is well positioned for future growth. My goal is to bring focus, passion, leadership, and resources to help expand Williams Sound's presence worldwide, while maintaining the culture that has been developed since the company's founding in 1976."