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Vuzix Announces New Board Member
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vuzix® Corporation (NASDAQ: VUZI), ("Vuzix" or, the "Company"), a leading supplier of AI-powered Smart glasses,
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[{"type":"text","content":"ROCHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vuzix® Corporation (NASDAQ: VUZI), (\"Vuzix\" or, the \"Company\"), a leading supplier of AI-powered Smart glasses, waveguides and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies, is pleased to announce that Alasdair J. MacKinnon has joined its Board of Directors.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \nAlasdair J. MacKinnon is a seasoned finance and audit executive with over three decades of international experience across the U.S. and Europe. Currently Managing Director at Acclarity, MacKinnon has led transformative Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) initiatives, regulatory compliance redesigns, and operational audits for a diverse range of organizations—including public companies, higher education institutions, and major distributors. Previously, MacKinnon served as Vice President of Internal Audit at Home Properties, where he enhanced data analytics in audit processes, advised on IT and risk initiatives, and contributed to strategic decision-making across multiple committees. During his tenure at Google, he managed global internal audit teams in high-risk areas such as payroll, procurement, and tax, designing controls that significantly reduced compliance risk and improved operational efficiency.\nEarlier in his career, MacKinnon held leadership roles at Global Crossing and worked extensively in external audit with Arthur Andersen and PricewaterhouseCoopers in both the U.S. and the UK. A Chartered Accountant (Scotland) and Certified Internal Auditor, he is widely regarded for his collaborative leadership style, mentorship, and ability to drive sustainable improvements in financial governance. MacKinnon holds a Bachelor of Accountancy from the University of Glasgow. His career reflects a steadfast commitment to integrity, innovation, and continuous learning. \nFinally, Mr. Edward W Kay, Jr., a member of Vuzix Corporation's Board of Directors since April 2016, passed away suddenly in July 2025. Mr. MacKinnon will be taking over Mr. Kay's responsibilities on the board including the role of Chairperson of the Audit Committee.\n\"We are honored to welcome Alasdair J. MacKinnon to the board. His extensive international experience in finance, internal audit, and corporate governance brings invaluable insight and leadership at a time of continued growth and change. Alasdair's collaborative approach and proven track record of d...