Spartan Motors Adds International Manufacturing Expert Ron Harbour to Board of Directors

CHARLOTTE, Mich., April 24 -- Spartan Motors, Inc. today announced the election of Ron Harbour, noted manufacturing analyst and a partner at international consulting firm Oliver Wyman, to the Company's board of directors. Harbour will serve as an independent director.

The Charlotte, Mich.-based manufacturer of custom chassis and emergency-rescue vehicles said the addition of Harbour increases the size of the Spartan Motors board from eight to nine directors.

"Ron is a recognized authority on manufacturing processes and has worked with top manufacturing companies around the world in driving systematic changes in their production," said David R. Wilson, Chairman of the Board of Spartan Motors. "For years he has published the prestigious 'Harbour Report,' which is often referred to as the 'Bible' of manufacturing productivity. He personally visits more than 50 automotive plants every year in North and South America, and Europe and Asia to document best practices. As we move to become a more globally focused company, Ron's wisdom and experience will serve us well."

Harbour was the former owner and president of Harbour Consulting, acquired by Oliver Wyman in 2007. Harbour is an expert in the assessment, development and implementation of quality, cost and productivity improvements at factories worldwide. He also has experience in new vehicle development, metal fabrication and manufacturing strategy and design.