Seiko Instruments Taps Sales Veteran to Lead Americas

Business Wire, April 15, 2008

TORRANCE, Calif. -- Seiko Instruments USA Inc. (SIU) http://www.siiprinters.com, Thermal Printer Division, has named Kazuhisa "Kaz" Onishi Vice President and General Manager with overall responsibility for the Americas. A proven executive with a track record of success, Onishi previously served as General Manager of Sales and Marketing for Seiko Instruments Print Systems Division in Japan, where he achieved 100 percent worldwide revenue growth during his 6-year tenure.

Onishi will oversee execution of SIU Thermal Printer Division's strategy to leverage global dominance in thermal printer technology and expand business across targeted sectors, including healthcare, self-service, mobile workforce, government, and retail and hospitality.

"Mr. Onishi brings a strong technical foundation and extensive experience working with key distributors, resellers, and sophisticated OEM customers," said Akira Yamamoto, President, Seiko Instruments USA. "With his capabilities and record of achievement in executing the right business strategy, I believe he will help lead this organization to greater success in the Americas."

"I am highly enthusiastic about this opportunity," stated Onishi. "I believe we have the right strategy, organization, and technology to strengthen our position in North America and make tremendous strides throughout Latin America."

About Seiko Instruments Inc.

As a member of The Seiko Group, Seiko Instruments (SII) represents a globally recognized brand, embodying innovative design and precision manufacturing excellence. Founded in 1937, SII manufactures and markets electronic components, thermal and specialty printers, consumer electronics, communication and network technology, scientific instrumentation, and precision manufacturing technology. SII has a global presence, with more than 14,000 employees worldwide.

Information about SII kiosk printers, mobile printers, portable desktop printers, and thermal printer mechanisms can be found at www.siiprinters.com.

SII is a registered trademark of Seiko Instruments Inc.