Charlotte, N.C. (July 27, 2015) - Jacobsen®, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, is pleased to announce Dena Jenkins has joined the company as Events and Channel Manager.

Jenkins will be responsible for planning and managing the company's events and working with Jacobsen's network of dealers on marketing initiatives.

Jenkins comes to Jacobsen with over 10 years of experience in the turf industry, working in a variety of marketing roles at Woods Equipment Company, LG Seeds, and most recently, Dixie Chopper.

Prior to Jacobsen, Jenkins was an events manager for Bell Helicopter (also a Textron company), planning events across the globe for the rotorcraft manufacturer. She came to Bell from Dixie Chopper, where she also served as an events manager after the company's acquisition by Jacobsen.

Jenkins graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Eureka College in Illinois and completed graduate studies at Illinois State University.

"This position is critical for Jacobsen as we continue to develop and grow long-term relationships in the industry," said Glenn King, Director of Marketing for Jacobsen. "Dena brings a wealth of turf industry experience to our team and will help us take Jacobsen's marketing to the next level."

About Jacobsen
With over 90 years of experience in the turf maintenance industry, Jacobsen, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) Company, has built a legacy of precision craftsmanship, legendary quality of cut and unmatched expertise. Dedicated solely to delivering perfectly groomed turf, Jacobsen

equipment is used on some of the finest formal turf areas across the United States and the world, through an extensive distribution network and the international Ransomes brand. Additional information about Jacobsen can be found at jacobsen.com.

About Textron Inc.
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna, Beechcraft, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation + Training. For more information visit: www.textron.com.

For further information please contact:
Adam C. Slick
Senior Marketing Manager
Jacobsen
11108 Quality Drive, Charlotte, NC 28273
Tel: 704.504.4867
Email: aslick@textron.com

Dena Jenkins, new Events & Channel Manager for Jacobsen

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