“Jeff brings nearly 15 years of art direction, graphic design and brand identity development experience to Taylor Made Systems,” said Oathout. “In this role, he will oversee all marketing efforts for the Taylor Made Systems’ division.”

Smith will be responsible for the administration and execution of sales and marketing strategies for new products and will assist in the development of an overall brand strategy. In addition, he will manage the Web site, develop company literature and take the lead in designing new trade show booths and displays.

Smith is very familiar with Taylor Made Systems. During college breaks Smith worked for the company in various part-time roles. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Union College in Schenectady, N.Y.

Prior to joining the Taylor Made Systems marketing team, Smith was an art director and production coordinator for Sundazed Music where he aided in the development of the company’s
brand identity through his management of the design and production of all packaging, advertising, business and promotional materials. Smith also served as a Webmaster and production artist for Metroland Alternative Newsweekly.

A member of the Taylor Made Group®, Taylor Made Systems, based in Gloversville, New York, is the world’s largest manufacturer of marine glazing systems and the acknowledged leader in framed glass windshield technology for powerboats. Other marine product lines include hatches, doors, window systems, portlights and canvas boat tops. The company also supplies glass products for a variety of architectural, agricultural and industrial applications.

Headquartered in Gloversville, N.Y., the Taylor Made Group, Inc. has nearly 100 years of experience as one of the recreational marine industry’s largest, most diversified suppliers to boatbuilders and the aftermarket. The Taylor Made Group includes Taylor Made Products, Taylor Made Systems, Taylorbrite LLC and Trend Marine. The Group operates 12 facilities in the United States, the Republic of Ireland, England, Australia, New Zealand and Mexico. Employing more than 1,300 associates, its products are distributed through a worldwide distribution network.

For sales inquiries, contact Taylor Made Systems by phone, +1 518 773 0636 or by e-mail, tms@taylormarine.com. Visit the Web site at www.taylormarine.com.

Taylor Made Systems
93 South Boulevard
Gloversville, NY 12078

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Contacts:
Mike Oathout
Taylor Made Systems
+1 518 773 0636
email: moathout@taylormarine.com

Mary Swetits
Rhodes Communications
+1 757 451 0602
email: jmswetits@rhodescomm.com
Visit our website at www.rhodescomm.com