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SCHAUMBURG, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sparton Corporation (NYSE:SPA) today announced that John Payton has assumed the role of director of Corporate Information Technology (IT) effective today. Payton is responsible for the overall management of the Company’s IT department, including strategic planning and improving business processes. He will be based at Sparton’s corporate executive office in Schaumburg, Ill.
“Through his previous experience, John brings expertise in the area of systems integration, an important aspect of gaining and supporting corporate efficiencies, which will ultimately aid the Company in its scale-up efforts, ” said Cary Wood, president and CEO, Sparton Corp. “As part of his new responsibilities, John will be involved in the implementation surrounding the Company’s strategic growth plan. The addition of John further enhances the strength of Sparton’s leadership team.”
Prior to his current role, Payton served as director of Information Technology for FP Mailing Solutions. Previously, he was director of Information Technology at Edward Hines. Payton also served as manager of Information Technology at Elkay Manufacturing Company for more than 10 years. He began his career at Cybertech and Lutheran General Hospital, where he held the position of computer operations supervisor.
Payton holds a Masters of Business Administration degree in business from Keller Graduate School of Management. He received a Bachelor of General Studies degree in business and technology from Roosevelt University.
During his career, Payton has received several distinguished awards, most recently Activant’s “Best Use of Technology” in 2006.
About Sparton Corporation
Sparton Corporation (NYSE:SPA) now in its 109th year, is a broad-based provider of electronics to technology-driven companies in diverse markets. The Company provides its customers with sophisticated electronic and electromechanical products through prime contracts and through contract design and manufacturing services. Headquartered in Schaumburg, Ill., Sparton currently has four manufacturing locations worldwide. The Company's Web site may be accessed at http://www.sparton.com.
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