-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, GgdarD/ElY3GF0sMMlcMfwAltmNIh77vcnw+RhfErG1vgSDZcQDNjnmymaz6TpZ6 RlMjNVrOSgIy6FXYILwWcg== 0001104659-07-087937.txt : 20071210 0001104659-07-087937.hdr.sgml : 20071210 20071210121137 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001104659-07-087937 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 3 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20071210 ITEM INFORMATION: Departure of Directors or Principal Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Principal Officers ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20071210 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20071210 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: INFOCUS CORP CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000845434 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: COMPUTER PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT, NEC [3577] IRS NUMBER: 930932102 STATE OF INCORPORATION: OR FISCAL YEAR END: 1231 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 000-18908 FILM NUMBER: 071294665 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 27700B SW PARKWAY AVE CITY: WILSONVILLE STATE: OR ZIP: 97070 BUSINESS PHONE: 5036858888 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 27700B SW PARKWAY AVE CITY: WILSONVILLE STATE: OR ZIP: 97070 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: IN FOCUS SYSTEMS INC DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 19930328 8-K 1 a07-31066_18k.htm 8-K

 

 

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C.  20549

 

FORM 8-K

 

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported):

 

December 10, 2007

 

INFOCUS CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Commission File Number:  000-18908

 

Oregon

 

93-0932102

(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation
or organization)

 

(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)

 

27500 SW Parkway Avenue, Wilsonville, Oregon

 

97070

(Address of principal executive offices)

 

(Zip Code)

 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:  503-685-8888

 

Former name or former address if changed since last report:

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

o  Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

 

o  Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

 

o  Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

 

o  Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

 

 

 



 

ITEM 5.02             DEPARTURE OF DIRECTORS OR CERTAIN OFFICERS; ELECTION OF DIRECTORS;

                                APPOINTMENT OF CERTAIN OFFICERS; COMPENSATORY ARRANGEMENTS OF CERTAIN

                                OFFICERS

 

(c)   Effective November 8, 2007, InFocus Corporation (the “Company”) named Joseph O’Sullivan, 50, as Chief Operating Officer. Mr. O’Sullivan was named acting Chief Operating Officer in May 2007.  Mr. O’Sullivan joined the Company in September 2004 as Vice President, Global Supply Chain Management. He was named Vice President of Global Operations and General Manager Asia Sales in mid-2006.  Prior to his employment with the Company, Mr. O’Sullivan worked at Apple Computer for 15 years in various executive positions, with his final position being Vice President of Asia Operations.  There is no family relationship between Mr. O’Sullivan and any director, executive officer, or person nominated or chosen by the registrant to become a director or executive officer of the Company.

 

On December 10, 2007 the Company issued a press release regarding the appointment of Mr. O’Sullivan.  A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference herein.

 

ITEM 9.01             FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

 

(d) The following exhibit is furnished herewith and this list is intended to constitute the exhibit index:

 

Exhibit No.

 

Description

 

 

 

99.1

 

InFocus Corporation Press Release, dated December 10, 2007.

 

1



 

SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

Date: December 10, 2007

INFOCUS CORPORATION

 

 

 

By:

/s/ Mark H. Perry

 

Mark H. Perry

 

Interim Chief Financial Officer

 

(Principal Financial Officer)

 

2


 

 

EX-99.1 2 a07-31066_1ex99d1.htm PRESS RELEASE

 

EXHIBIT 99.1

 

   

Public Relations Contact:

Martin Flynn

InFocus Corporation

503.685.8112

martin.flynn@infocus.com

 

Public Relations Contact:

Lauren Pokras

The Lavidge Company

(480) 998-2600 x542

lpokras@lavidge.com

 

 

For Immediate Release

 

 

InFocus Corporation Announces COO Appointment

Joe O’Sullivan named Chief Operating Officer

 

WILSONVILLE, Ore (December 10, 2007) — InFocus Corporation (NASDAQ:INFS), the industry pioneer in digital projection technology, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joe O’Sullivan as the Company’s Chief Operating Officer.

 

O’Sullivan has been the Company’s interim COO since May 2007. He has been instrumental in improving InFocus’ operating performance, including three straight quarters of increased gross margins, reduced operating expenses and lowered operating losses.

 

“Joe’s experience, dedication and proven track record make him uniquely qualified for the job,” said Bob O’Malley, CEO of InFocus. “Joe will continue driving operational improvements while leading strategic growth initiatives in our global Sales and Marketing organizations.”

 

As Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Global Operations, O’Sullivan manages all aspects of InFocus operations and supply chain worldwide, including procurement, planning, logistics, sales and marketing, service and customer support. In addition to owning customer satisfaction, O’Sullivan is responsible for overseeing the creation and delivery of the award- winning products and services that InFocus is known for.

 

 “I am pleased to be a part of a dynamic organization with such a rich history and tradition,” said O’Sullivan. “Besides improving operational performance, we will increase worldwide market share by delivering best-in-class products and services that delight our customers.”

 

O’Sullivan has held a variety of operational positions over the past 25

 

 

 

 

 

27500 SW Parkway Avenue

Wilsonville, Oregon

97070-9215

 

 

 

 

T 800-294-6400

F 503-685-8887

 

 

 

 

 

www.infocus.com

 

 



 

years including 15 years with Apple in Ireland, Japan, the U.S. and Singapore.  He is credited with transforming Apple’s regional Asian operations into a low cost, high-volume organization through the creation of an effective OEM model that continues to competitively support consumer and channel markets around the world.

 

About InFocus Corporation

 

InFocus® Corporation (Nasdaq: INFS) is the industry pioneer and a global leader in the digital projection market. More than twenty years of experience and engineering breakthroughs ensure continuous improvements in the marketplace, and an immersive audio visual impact in business, education and home environments. InFocus elevates the presentation of ideas, information, and entertainment to a vivid, unforgettable experience. With over 1.3 million projectors sold, InFocus sets the industry standard for product innovation and the big picture experience. For more information on InFocus please visit: www.infocus.com.

 

 

 

 


 

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