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Angie had been an inside sales account manager for Hit Promotional Products for 4 years, and made the transition to IL Territory Manager for Hit Promotional Products and Admints in January 2016. Angie brings with her the unique insight of having worked as inside and having a full understanding of how the factory works from the inside as well as outside. She is excited to bring that knowledge with her as she starts her career as an outside sales rep. She's a rare reverse snowbird - having moved from Florida to Illinois in the middle of the winter.

A leader in the Promotional Products Industry for over 50 years, Hit Promotional Products is ranked among the top 10 suppliers in the nation. Hit acquired Admints & Zagabor in the summer of 2015.

PRO TOWELS WELCOMES CHUCK LANG AS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - April 5, 2016 - Pro Towels, the industry's largest towel supplier, announced today that Chuck Lang has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer. Chuck will overseethe finance, accounting and business development functions for Pro Towels, Kanata Blanket Company and Superior.

Prior to joining the team, Chuck was CFO for RYO Machine, LLC and their affiliated companies. Chuck was instrumental in developing their systems and processes and new business development. In addition, he partnered with Operations to improve the supply chain and product margins. The company and its success and hyperbolic growth have been featured in the Wall Street Journal and NPR. Kevin Nord, President of the Pro Towels family, commented, "I believe Chuck's addition to the finance department will help take the company where we want to go as we continue to grow and evolve. Having Chuck involved in the upcoming changes will help us continue to be one of the leaders in the industry."

His prior experience includes a variety of finance and accounting leadership roles in NYSE companies. Prior to RYO, he held the Director of Finance and Treasurer roles for one of the largest sign companies in North America. His experience also includes strategic planning, division finance lead, risk management and controller positions. Chuck holds a Master's degree in business from the J.L. Kellogg School of Business at Northwestern University with concentrations that include Marketing, Finance and Management Policy. He has also obtained a Bachelor's of Science degree from Miami University (Ohio) with concentrations in Accounting, Finance and Economics. In addition, he has achieved the CPA and CTP certifications. Chuck states, "I am excited to join a growing company that is the leader in its
categories. I look forward to partnering with Operations, Sales and Marketing to achieve our short-term and long-term growth prospects."