Merigold Gains Board Appointments With AeroVironment, NACD-Colorado

Top Quote Colorado venture capital veteran Catharine Merigold has joined the boards of both Monrovia, Calif.-based AeroVironment (NASDAQ: AVAV) and the Colorado Chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD). End Quote
  • Denver, CO (1888PressRelease) September 03, 2015 - "Catharine's experience investing in and advising fast-paced technology businesses will provide a valuable perspective to AeroVironment as we continue to advance our growth portfolio," said Tim Conver, chairman and CEO of AeroVironment, a technology solutions provider that designs and produces Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and electric transportation solutions.

    Merigold founded Boulder's Vista Ventures in 2000 after a successful career that spanned a variety of management and investing experience ranging from Hewlett-Packard and US West to the University Technology Corp. and Centennial Ventures. She earned an electrical engineering degree from the University of Washington in St. Louis, and an MBA from Stanford University.

    About NACD
    The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) is the recognized authority focused on advancing exemplary board leadership and establishing leading boardroom practices. Informed by more than 35 years of experience, NACD delivers insights and resources that more than 14,000 corporate director members rely upon to make sound strategic decisions and confidently confront complex business challenges. NACD provides world-class director education programs, national peer-exchange forums, and proprietary research to promote director professionalism, ultimately enhancing the economic sustainability of enterprises and bolstering stakeholder confidence. Fostering collaboration among directors, investors, and governance stakeholders, NACD is shaping the future of board leadership. To learn more about NACD, visit www.NACDonline.org. For information on the NACD-Colorado Chapter, visit www.NACD-Colorado.org.

    Contact:
    John Metzger, NACD-Colorado
    303-641-1062
    john ( @ ) metzger dot com

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