Preparing for retirement in 2016, Shure Incorporated President and Chief Executive Officer Santo ‘Sandy’ LaMantia will hand over his role to current Executive VP of Global Operations, Marketing, and Sales & Chief Operating Officer, Christine Schyvinck. Schyvinck will take on the added title of President in January, and will serve in this role until her appointment as President and CEO in July 2016.

LaMantia joined Shure in November of 1995 as VP of Engineering and was appointed President and CEO in 1996. ‘My time at Shure has been not only a privilege, but a dream come true, combining my truest passions – music and engineering,’ he says. ‘It has been an honour to serve at the helm of a company that sets the bar for integrity, quality, innovation, and cooperation. Today, Shure enjoys outstanding growth, and now with a solid transition in place, the timing is right for me to step aside and spend more time with my family. Having someone with Chris’ skills, experience, and natural leadership ready to take the reins, has made my decision all the easier.’

Schyvinck joined Shure in 1989, leading the Operations Division before moving to Global Marketing & Sales in 2006. ‘Over the years, Sandy and I have worked closely to drive the vision for the company’s growth, and I’m confident that we’ve already built a strong foundation that will see us far into the future,’ Schyvinck says. ‘I’m delighted that Sandy will be here for the next nine months, helping me transition into this new role. Shure has long established its position in the marketplace as an innovator focused on unmatched quality and reliability. With our talented team of Associates around the world, I’m confident we will continue to bring this vision to life, and move the company forward. I’m humbled to step into this new role, excited by the challenge, and thankful to the Board of Directors for its support.’

‘Sandy and I selected Chris as a possible successor almost 15 years ago,’ adds Shure Chair, Rose L Shure. ‘It is very rewarding to see our long-range plan for her come to fruition.’