“LEWISBURG – A North Carolina recreation supplier acquired Playworld Systems as a new division that will oversee key brands in North America.
The acquisition, according to company officials on Monday, makes the Lewisburg-based company the largest outdoor recreation company in the world, joining the likes of Little Tikes Commercial, Miracle Recreation, Soft Play, HAGS, EZ Dock and USA Shade as PlayPower brands. The deal, of which no financial terms were disclosed, was completed Monday.
Matthew Miller, current Playworld CEO, will assume the role of president, North America Play at PlayPower, reporting to PlayPower CEO Joseph Copeland. Miller will work from offices in Lewisburg and will be responsible for ensuring the continued growth and protecting the strengths of key PlayPower brands in North America, according to a press release.”
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