Coleman presents LMS with first Acceleration of the Year Award

Casual Living Staff -- Casual Living, 7/8/2010 6:56:00 AM

The Coleman Company presented its first Acceleration of the Year award to LMS, Inc., the corporate parent of Cal Spas, OC Hot Tubs, Cal Flame, Cal Heat, Cal Designs and Cal Patio.
said Shiva Noble, vice president of LMS, Inc. "2010 marked the successful launch of Coleman
Spas, which includes seven dynamic models, Web and merchandising support and a comprehensive sales and service network. We look forward to continuing our partnership with
the Coleman brand."
Coleman, an international leader in the innovation and marketing of outdoor products, presented
the award following the successful launch of its Coleman Spas brand, which is manufactured
and distributed by LMS. LMS exceeded Coleman's expectations by creating the innovative
product with a cohesive support system at an unparalleled pace.
Coleman conducted research based on consumer trends and the execution of similar product launches. Coleman found LMS to be No. 1 among its competitors due to their expedited
timeline and ability to build a network overnight.
LMS started nearly 30 years ago as a material handling and manufacturing component supplier. In 1995, LMS purchased Cal Spas with a greater vision of creating a family of outdoor products that would transform any backyard or garden into a destination for relaxation, enjoyment and entertainment. The resulting brands, collectively known as the Cal Spas brand family, have earned worldwide recognition and have transformed LMS into the No. 1 global manufacturer of Home Resort Products. LMS is a privately held company with holdings in real estate, intellectual property, manufacturing and aviation.
Founded in 1900 and based in Wichita, Kan., Coleman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Jarden Corporation. The Coleman Company's outdoor products include lanterns and stoves, as well as coolers, tents, sleeping bags, airbeds, backpacks, furniture and grills under its Coleman and Exponent brands. Additionally, the company provides flotation devices, towables, rainwear, waders, hunting and fishing gear as well as safety and survival equipment under its Stearns, Sevylor, Sospenders, Hodgman, Mad Dog Gear, Nevin and Helium brands.