According to Gary Suttle, president and CEO of Rockford Corporation, "As one of the pioneers of the aftermarket car audio business, Ron has been an asset to this company and this industry for the last 13 years. His product vision and creation of the RTTI program (Rockford Technical Training Institute) has established Rockford Fosgate as a leader in innovation and training.”

Concerning his transition, Trout states, “I’m committed to make sure Rockford has a successful launch of new products for 2000 and an incredible showing at CES in January.”

Suttle continues, “Ron takes with him mine and everyone at Rockford’s personal appreciation for what he has done to build Rockford and this industry. “

Rockford Corporation, is an Arizona manufacturer of consumer electronic brands Rockford Fosgate, Lightning Audio and Hafler.

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