Provisur Technologies, Inc., a leading global provider of high performance food processing equipment and systems, announces the appointment of Scott Scriven as Vice President of its Slicing Business Unit and a key member of the company's executive team.

Scriven brings with him years of high-level leadership experience and a deep knowledge of the food processing equipment industry. Most recently, he was Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Reiser, Inc. in Canton, MA, a position in which he was responsible for all sales and marketing functions across nine product lines. Prior to that Scriven was President and CEO of Weber, Inc. inKansas City, MO.

"Scott Scriven's stature in the industry and, specifically, his depth of knowledge and expertise in slicing technology, are unmatched. He has a proven ability to drive growth, innovation and performance while remaining focused on and serving the needs of the customer," said Mel Cohen, President and Chief Executive Officer of Provisur Technologies. "Scott's expertise and leadership, coupled with Provisur's existing slicing team, will enhance our ability to deliver the most advanced slicing systems, service and support to our customers."

In his role as Vice President of the Slicing Business Unit, Scriven reports directly to Cohen and will execute a strategy to enhance slicing solutions, bolster market penetration, and ensure the overall and long-term success of Provisur's slicing business globally.

Scriven's other industry experience includes positions at BWI's Packaging Technologies and KartridgPak in Davenport, IA and at Krones, Inc. in Franklin, WI.He earned his Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, IA.

For more information visit www.provisur.com or call 708-479-3500.