OMAHA, Neb., Feb. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Valmont Industries, Inc. , announced that it has appointed Ambassador Clark T. Randt, Jr. to its Board of Directors.
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Ambassador Randt recently retired as U.S. Ambassador to the People's Republic of China, having served from July 2001 until January 2009. Ambassador Randt is fluent in Chinese Mandarin and has lived and worked in China for more than 30 years. He is a member of the New York and Hong Kong bars and is a recognized expert on Chinese law.
Commenting on the appointment, Mogens C. Bay, Valmont's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer said, "I am very pleased to welcome Ambassador Randt to Valmont's Board. His vast experience in Asia will be invaluable to Valmont as we continue to grow in that region. China has become a significant part of Valmont's activities, and his guidance and counsel will be very helpful going forward."
"I look forward to serving on Valmont's Board," added Ambassador Randt. "I have known the company for a long time, and I am impressed with their leadership positions in infrastructure and agriculture, as well as their good success in China."
Valmont is the global leader in designing and manufacturing poles, towers and structures for lighting and traffic, wireless communication and utility markets, and a provider of protective coating services. Valmont also leads the world in mechanized irrigation equipment for agriculture, enhancing food production while conserving and protecting natural water resources.
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