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Ken Ta Joins Management Team at Touchstone Home Products, Inc.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
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Touchstone Home Products, Inc., a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of TV Lift Cabinets, announced the addition of Ken Ta as Vice President, Supply Chain at Touchstone. Mr. Ta brings nearly 20 years of supply chain experience to Touchstone, including extensive knowledge of product development and merchandising, materials sourcing and management, and large-scale logistics management. His background and knowledge of the domestic and international supply chain markets will greatly benefit Touchstone as it continues to broaden its domestic distribution partnerships, introduce new products and push in to international markets.

Mr. Ta has held supply chain management positions with a variety of well-known retailers including Sharper Image, Amazon.com and the Good Guys as well as manufacturers such as Monster Cable Products, Inc. and Keeco, LLC. which has allowed him to understand and oversee manufacturing operations in China and other parts of Asia. Mr. Ta’s experience with the design, plan, source, make, deliver and return processes will be of great value to the organization, reducing product damage and claims while increasing overall customer satisfaction. 

“Ken brings a wealth of supply chain, logistics, materials management, and off-shore manufacturing experience to our company. His analytical and data-driven approach to problem-solving and process implementation will be a boon to our company’s efforts to streamline manufacturing, continuously improve quality, increase supply chain efficiencies, and positively impact customer satisfaction,” said Jeff Sheahan, CEO of Touchstone Home Products. “Ken’s background in both retail and manufacturing gives him a unique operating perspective that will enhance our ability to profitably grow our retail channels.”

“I look forward to strengthening our supply chain efficiency and operations to ensure Touchstone products meet and exceed our customer’s expectations,” said Mr. Ta. “The Touchstone team has done an excellent job and I’m thrilled to be joining a talented group and help grow an exciting brand.” 

About Touchstone Home Products, Inc.: Touchstone is a leader and pioneer in the design and manufacturing of TV Lift cabinets. Founded in 2005, Touchstone offers the most complete line of TV lift cabinets in the industry with contemporary, traditional, and transitional styles. Touchstone offers TV Lifts for 37”, 42”, or 55” inch flat screen plasma or LCD TVs. With solutions for the living room, family room, den, and the bedroom, Touchstone offers a model and style for every room in the house. To learn more about Touchstone TV Lift cabinets, please visit www.TouchstoneHomeProducts.com 
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