Raven Controller Honored with USD Distinguished Alumni Award

Jake Wurth Presented with 2019 Accounting & Finance Distinguished Service Award


SIOUX FALLS, S.D., Dec. 03, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Raven Industries, Inc. (the Company; NASDAQ:RAVN) announced today that Jacob Wurth, Raven Corporate Controller, was honored by the University of South Dakota (USD) Beacom School of Business with its 2019 Division of Accounting and Finance Distinguished Service Award. The award is bestowed to an alumnus who had demonstrated continued service to and support of the University of South Dakota Division of Accounting and Finance as well as the accounting and financial services profession. 

“We are very proud of Jake and his continual support of the Accounting Program at the University of South Dakota,” said Steven Brazones, Raven Vice President & Chief Financial Officer. “Jake exemplifies the Raven values as he gives back to his alma matter and future accounting professionals — and this award is a testament to his strong character and leadership.”

As Raven continues to execute its growth strategy, the Company benefits greatly from having a source of strong graduates from the University of South Dakota Beacom School of Business.

Wurth, who has been with Raven for eight years, was presented the award at USD’s annual awards dinner held on November 7, 2019 in Vermillion, S.D.

About Raven Industries, Inc.
Raven Industries (NASDAQ: RAVN) is dedicated to providing innovative, high-value products and solutions that solve great challenges throughout the world. Raven is a leader in precision agriculture, high-performance specialty films, and lighter-than-air technologies. Since 1956, Raven has designed, produced, and delivered exceptional solutions, earning the company a reputation for innovation, product quality, high performance, and unmatched service. For more information, visit http://ravenind.com.

Contact Information
Lisa McElrath
Communications Manager
Raven Industries
+1 (605) 336-2750

Source: Raven Industries

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