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Press Release
June 30, 2006
ACD Systems Appoints Mark Franklin as Executive Vice President
VICTORIA, British Columbia – June 30, 2006 – ACD Systems International Inc. (TSX: ASA), makers of ACDSee™ photo management software and Canvas™ technical illustration software, today announced that Mark Franklin has been appointed executive vice president.
“Mr. Franklin’s proven ability to embrace challenges and contribute to the direction of the company, his industry experience and knowledge, and his significant contributions to date makes him a valuable corporate team member, and an excellent fit for the role of executive vice president. His primary focus will be on executing the strategic and operational plan for the continued growth of the North American and European regions.” said Doug Vandekerkhove, chairman, chief executive officer and president of ACD Systems. “We look forward to Mark making a significant contribution to ACD Systems as it implements its business plan and targets extensive growth opportunities.”
"ACD Systems has spent the past year building our position to take advantage of the expansion and innovation in digital photography, in both the high end professional market, and for the enthusiast.” said Mark Franklin, executive vice president of ACD Systems. “We continue to provide the best value in digital imaging products worldwide for organizing your photos, and look forward to expanding that position over the coming year in other areas. I look forward to working with the team we've assembled to fulfill the promise of ACD Systems' future".
About ACD Systems
Headquartered in British Columbia since 1993, ACD Systems International Inc. (TSX: ASA) is one of the world's leading developers and marketers of digital imaging software, including the renowned ACDSee image management tool and Canvas, an advanced cross-platform technical illustration and graphics program. ACD has delivered value to a global marketplace through Internet distribution and through partnerships with manufacturers and developers. ACD has millions of consumer and business users and over 33,000 corporate customers including many Fortune 500 companies. For further details, please visit us at our corporate web site: http://www.acdcorporate.com/.
ACD, ACD Systems and ACDSee are trademarks or registered trademarks of ACD Systems Ltd. in Canada, the United States, or certain other jurisdictions. Trademarks of ACD Systems Ltd. are used under license by ACD Systems of America, Inc. Canvas is a trademark or registered trademark of ACD Systems of America, Inc. in Canada, the United States, or certain other jurisdictions. Trademarks of ACD Systems of America, Inc. are used under license by ACD Systems Ltd.
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| Doug Vandekerkhove Corporate Affairs ACD Systems International Inc. TEL: (250) 544-6700 ir@acdsystems.com | Brian Harris Director of Marketing ACD Systems International Inc. TEL: (250) 544-6700 pr@acdsystems.com |
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