STAMFORD, Connecticut, March 11 /PRNewswire/ --
FocusVision, the world's leading provider of video transmission, recording, and analytical tools for qualitative market research, announced today that Eric Grosgogeat has been named as the new Chief Executive Officer.
Grosgogeat comes to FocusVision from Philips Electronics where he served as Vice President and General Manager -- Oral Care. During his tenure at Philips Electronics, he managed Sonicare in North America, delivering sizable revenue and profit growth.
"Eric Grosgogeat is an executive with the right skill set to lead FocusVision's growth and profitability," said Monty Yort, Chairman of FocusVision. "He brings the perfect combination of vision and execution to his new role. FocusVision will benefit immensely from Eric's leadership experience and his proven ability to grow businesses."
Throughout his career, Grosgogeat has held various sales and marketing positions with a proven track record of consistently growing top and bottom lines for businesses. Prior to Philips, he served as Senior Marketing Director of Aurora Foods, where he was responsible for the frozen food business. Grosgogeat started his career at Procter & Gamble where he developed the global brand strategy for a product line resulting in extensive brand growth. As a result, he possesses a comprehensive understanding of the market research industry and is very familiar with key customers within FocusVision's industry.
"I am honored to have the opportunity to lead FocusVision and build on the momentum that the management team has generated," said Grosgogeat. "I look forward to being part of an organization with an extensive history of innovative products and services, extremely skilled and dedicated employees, and a solid client base."
About FocusVision Worldwide
FocusVision is the world's leading provider of video transmission, recording, and analytical tools for the qualitative market research industry. Clients rely on its solutions to maximize the value and effectiveness of their work. The solutions help increase participation, while reducing the travel costs and scheduling demands associated with bringing key stakeholders to the research site. Advanced analytical tools enable clients to gain a deeper understanding in their research efforts, empowering them to make smarter business decisions. In 2007, SV Investment Partners acquired FocusVision in partnership with the company's management team.
About SV Investment Partners
SV Investment Partners (www.svip.com), formerly known as Schroder Ventures US, is a New York-based private equity investment firm. The firm specializes in buyouts and buildups of business services companies in the US middle market in partnership with management.
Web site: http://www.focusvision.com http://www.svip.com
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