SIOUX FALLS, S.D., March 10, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The fiscal year for Raven Industries (Nasdaq:RAVN) ends on a high note for the employees and their families as they are handed Profit Plus checks demonstrating the direct result of their hard work and dedication to Raven over the past year. Raven paid out around $1.6 million to employees today, which comes out to $1,800 per eligible person. This is a fixed amount paid to each eligible employee regardless of the position they hold. The company has participated in Profit Plus profit sharing in the past, but never to this extent.
"The team members at Raven Industries take great pride in carrying out our purpose to serve, to grow, and to deliver solutions that make the world a better place. I personally thank each of you for your role in the accomplishments we achieved this past year. This is a great time to be on the Raven Team, and I am pleased to announce this record Profit Plus distribution," says Dan Rykhus, President and CEO of Raven Industries. He continues, "This past year Raven expanded its global presence, invested in the production of new ground-breaking technological products, and strengthened business relationships. Ending the year with an investment in our strongest asset, our employees, just makes sense."
About Raven Industries, Inc.
Since 1956, Raven Industries has provided high-quality, high-value technical products. Raven is publicly traded on NASDAQ (RAVN) and has earned an international reputation for innovation, product quality, high performance and unmatched service. With strengths in engineering and technological innovation, Raven provides custom solutions including precision agriculture applications, high performance specialty films, aerostats for communications and surveillance, and electronic manufacturing services.
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