Blue Spark Technologies Names John Gannon CEO

Norbert Dawalibi to take on new role as Executive Chairman of the Board

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Oct 13, 2011, 03:00 ET

CLEVELAND, Oct. 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Spark Technologies, the leading supplier of thin, flexible disposable printed battery solutions, is pleased to announce that Mr. John Gannon has accepted the position of President and Chief Executive Officer effective immediately. Former CEO, Mr. Norbert Dawalibi, will play an active role in the Company as the new Executive Chairman of the Board.

Mr. Dawalibi commented, "I am delighted that John will be joining the Blue Spark management team. He brings a deep understanding of the technology industry and most importantly the energy and drive to lead Blue Spark as we move aggressively into the commercialization of our unique and patented products. I look forward to working closely with John as we deliver on the potential of Blue Spark and develop new markets and opportunities for our technology."

"I have been involved with Blue Spark for a number of years as an investor, shareholder and Board member and I am very excited about the opportunity to lead the Company at this time," stated Mr. Gannon. "I know that Blue Spark is poised for major successes in the marketplace. I believe that we are at a tipping point in the Printed Electronics marketplace and our batteries are a perfect fit and an essential component of this coming technology revolution."

Mr. Gannon's distinguished career includes senior executive positions at companies such as Equitek Capital, Barclays Capital, NationsBank, Merrill Lynch International and General Electric. Since 2004 Mr. Gannon has been a General Partner at SunBridge Partners, an early-stage venture capital group which employs a targeted pro-active research approach to identify future market leaders in the areas of Software-as-a-Service, Wireless and Power. Mr. Gannon obtained his Bachelor of Science from Pennsylvania State University in Aerospace Engineering and an MBA from the University of Chicago, Graduate School of Business.

About Blue Spark Technologies

Blue Spark Technologies, Inc. is the leader in developing flexible, printed, "green," proprietary power source solutions for battery-powered printed electronic systems. The company was founded as Thin Battery Technologies in 2002 with patented technology and technical leadership from Energizer (Eveready Battery Company). Blue Spark customers include manufacturers, product designers, and integrators across multiple industries including: interactive packaging, RFID, pharmaceutical, powered smart cards, and novelty items. Users of products powered by Blue Spark batteries enjoy increased efficiency, greater convenience and portability, improved safety, lower manufacturing and assembly costs, higher profit margins, and greater environmental responsibility. For more information, visit www.bluesparktechnologies.com or call +1 440 249 5400.

Media Contact:
Matt Ream
Vice President Marketing
Blue Spark Technologies, Inc.
Tel: 1.440.249.5400
Email: [email protected]

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