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Angela B. Jamison Communicopia 919-371-2730

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Jacobsen Names Nicotera New VP of Sales

 

Charlotte, N.C., March 29, 2007 - Jacobsen®, a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announces that Ralph Nicotera has accepted a new position with the company as vice president of sales.

Nicotera combines an extensive background at Jacobsen with a wealth of successful sales and management experience.

In his new role, Nicotera will manage all sales-related activities in the Americas and Asia Pacific. He will also be responsible for Jacobsen's National Account, Turf Direct and Sales Support organizations.

"Ralph is a natural choice for this position," said Dan Wilkinson, president of Jacobsen. "His experience and knowledge of the industry will help Jacobsen continue to focus on serving the needs of our customers."

Nicotera has been with Jacobsen for more than 30 years, beginning his career in 1974 as a sales and marketing administrator.

Since then, Ralph has held a variety of leadership positions in sales, dealer development, marketing and product management, serving most recently as vice president of market development.

About Jacobsen Jacobsen manufactures a full range of turf maintenance equipment and vehicles for golf courses, sports fields, and municipal grounds applications. The company markets Jacobsen brand products internationally through an extensive independent distribution network, and Ransomes brand products through independent distribution in Europe, Middle East and Africa. Jacobsen is a Textron company with headquarters in Charlotte, NC.  Additional information is available at www.jacobsen.com.

About Textron
Textron Inc. is an $11 billion multi-industry company with more than 51,000 employees in 40 countries. The company leverages its global network of businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services in industries such as aircraft, fastening systems, industrial Products, industrial components and finance. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna Aircraft Company, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO and Greenlee, among others. More information is available at www.textron.com.

 

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