C.F. Martin & Co. Welcomes John McElroy as New In-House General Counsel

Leading acoustic guitar maker C.F. Martin & Co. will welcome John McElroy as the company's new in-house general counsel. McElroy's dual passions for law and playing guitar make him uniquely qualified to handle the various aspects of his new position at Martin Guitar. Bringing over 14 years of extensive experience in banking, commercial law, and litigation, McElroy's primary responsibilities as general counsel will include focusing on intellectual property issues, vendor contracts, artist endorsement contracts, as well as more general corporate issues from compliance and environmental issues to human resources, to coordinating with the various outside specialty counsels.

"John's strength in navigating the legal landscape and providing counsel regarding important industry issues and policies make him a key new addition to the Martin Guitar organization," said Chris Martin IV, Chairman and CEO of Martin Guitar.

"I am honored to be a part of the wonderful Martin team here in Nazareth and thrilled to be able to play a small role in the renowned Martin story," said John McElroy. "I look forward to using my legal and musical experience to help Martin to continue to make the finest instruments and strings in the world". When not practicing law, McElroy has been fulfilling his musical dreams as a semi-professional guitarist for almost 24 years, performing throughout Allegheny County with his band at club gigs and local private/charity music events.

A Pennsylvania native, McElroy graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and earned his Juris Doctorate in Law from Duquesne University School of Law.

C. F. Martin & Co. (www.martinguitar.com) has been creating the finest instruments in the world for 182 years. It continues to innovate, introducing techniques and features that have become industry standards, including X-bracing, the 14-fret guitar and the "Dreadnought" size. One of the world's leading acoustic instrument makers, Martin guitars are hand-made by skilled craftsmen and women, who use a combination of new design and techniques, along with those introduced by the company founder.

The company is also known for producing high-quality, popular acoustic guitar strings. These include the Martin SP LIFESPAN(TM) line, the fastest-growing treated string in the industry, and the Martin SP line, which uses an industry leading core wire to hold tunings better.

Martin guitars and Martin strings are the instruments and strings of choice for musicians around the world, from the icons of rock, pop, country, folk and bluegrass to those just beginning their careers. They can be seen across all segments of pop culture, from television to movies, Broadway, books, online, and gracing the covers of popular magazines on newsstands everywhere. Connect with Martin and Martin Strings on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, YouTube and via www.martinguitar.com and www.martinstrings.com.

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