Avigilon : Promotes James Henderson to Chief Operating Officer

VANCOUVER, CANADA, May 10, 2017 /CNW/ - Avigilon Corporation ('Avigilon') (TSX: AVO), provider of trusted security solutions, today announced the promotion of James Henderson to Chief Operating Officer.

Mr. Henderson joined Avigilon in 2011, most recently serving as Chief Sales and Marketing Officer. Working closely with Avigilon's senior leadership team, he has been instrumental in the successful creation and execution of Avigilon's global growth strategy. In his new role, James will continue to have oversight over sales and marketing while leading global operations.

'As our Chief Operating Officer, James will continue driving top-line growth while creating operational efficiencies across our business,' said Alexander Fernandes, Avigilon's Founder, President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board. 'I'm excited about the added value that James will bring to Avigilon in his new capacity.'

About Avigilon

Avigilon Corporation provides trusted security solutions to the global market. Avigilon designs, develops, and manufactures video analytics, network video management software and hardware, surveillance cameras, and access control solutions. To learn more about Avigilon, visit avigilon.com.

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For further information:

Investor Enquiries:
Darren Seed
Vice President, Capital Markets & Communications
T: (604) 629-5182
investors@avigilon.com

Media Enquiries:
Amy Day
Manager, Global Communications
T: (604) 629-5182 x2625
media@avigilon.com

SOURCE Avigilon Corporation