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Leaman takes the helm of a leading innovator of solid-state and conventional lighting technologies. Under Jerabek’s leadership, OSRAM SYLVANIA rose to its current position as North America’s number one lighting supplier, with sales of 1.75 billion Euros in fiscal year 2008.

"I am delighted that Rick Leaman has been chosen to succeed me,” said Jerabek. “Rick's strong operational background especially in the turbulent automotive industry has prepared him well to continue steering our leadership position in traditional lighting technologies while successfully transitioning to solid state lighting. I am also pleased to take on a new role as vice chairman, providing both industry and customer support for OSRAM SYLVANIA that complements Rick's role as CEO."

Leaman will serve as chief executive for OSRAM SYLVANIA’s consumer lighting, professional lighting and specialty lighting business units in Canada, Mexico and the United States. He will also serve as a member of the OSRAM SYLVANIA board of directors.

“It is an honor to have the opportunity to lead OSRAM SYLVANIA into a new era of innovation,” said Leaman. “Our organization has unmatched lighting expertise and will lead the transition to energy-saving lighting in homes, businesses and vehicles across North America.”

Jerabek will continue as a member of the OSRAM SYLVANIA board of directors and support the company in legislative activities and industry associations such as the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and the National Association of Electrical Distributors (NAED).