Charlotte, N.C. - October 24, 2013 - In its continuing efforts to build and develop industry relationships, Jacobsen, a Textron (NYSE: TXT) Company, recently added Josh Haggas to its sales team as National Accounts Manager.

Haggas comes to Jacobsen from Textron-owned E-Z-GO, where he spent nearly a decade as a sales representative. Prior to his tenure at E-Z-GO, Haggas served as a Distribution Sales Representative for Club Car selling utility vehicles.

Haggas has a bachelor's degree in marketing management from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and was drafted by the New York Mets Major League Baseball team in 1992.

As National Accounts Manager, Haggas will be responsible for serving multi-course owners and management companies across the United States and Canada.

"As we continue to grow and expand, we are adding industry experts to our team like Josh Haggas," said Ric Stone, VP of Sales for Jacobsen. "Josh's channel experience at E-Z-GO and Club Car will help us build new relationships and strengthen existing ones."

About Jacobsen
With over 90 years of experience in the turf maintenance industry, Jacobsen has built a legacy of precision craftsmanship, legendary quality of cut and unmatched expertise. Dedicated solely to delivering perfectly groomed turf, Jacobsen equipment is used on some of the finest formal turf areas across the United States and the world, through an extensive distribution network and the international Ransomes brand. Additional information about the company can be found at www.jacobsen.com.

About Textron Inc.
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defence, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna Aircraft Company, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, and Textron Systems. For more information visit: www.textron.com.

For further information please contact:
Adam C. Slick, Public Relations & Communications Manager, Jacobsen
11108 Quality Drive, Charlotte, NC 28273
Tel: 704.504.4867
Email: aslick@textron.com

Josh Haggas, new National Accounts Manager for Jacobsen.