Warn Industries Announces New President

Clackamas, OR (11/20/07) - Warn Industries announced that, effective November 1, John McCalla has assumed the position of President and CEO. McCalla replaces Tom Giacomini, who has accepted a position at Warn's parent company Dover Corporation. Giacomini will assume the position of President - Dover Industrial Products/Material Handling Platform, and will oversee several Dover owned companies, including Warn. McCalla will be responsible for all operating aspects of the business and will continue the focus on new product and market development.

In his previous role, McCalla served as the Vice-President of the WARN Industrial and Powertrain divisions. While at Warn, he has been instrumental in helping secure several automotive OEM contracts, developing Warn's international customer base, and working with the Industrial division to build the winch and hoist business. Tom Giacomini said, "John's exceptional product awareness and connection to Warn's international customers will serve him well in the President's role." McCalla has a Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University and joined Warn Industries in 1994 having previously been employed at General Motors.

About Warn Industries
Warn Industries is the world's most recognized brand in off-road products such as hub locks and vehicle recovery winches. The company designs, manufactures and markets a full line of off-road equipment and accessories that enhance the performance of four-wheel-drive and powersport vehicles. Warn Industries employs more than 600 people in and around Portland, Ore., Livonia, Mich., the Netherlands and Saltillo, Mexico.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Andy Lilienthal, PR Manager
pressinquiry@warn.com

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