Spire Corporation announced that Roger G. Little would retire as Chief Executive Officer and President of Spire Corporation, effective as of the close of business on December 31, 2013. Mr. Little will continue to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the company. Since founding the company in 1969, Mr. Little has served as the company's Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President.

On November 21, 2013, the Board of Directors of the company appointed Rodger W. LaFavre, the company's current Chief Operating Officer, as Chief Executive Officer and President of the company, effective January 1, 2014. Mr. LaFavre joined the company in 2000 as Vice President, Utility Marketing of Spire Solar Operations.