As of December 20, 2010, the Avedis Zildjian Company, will merge with Vic Firth, the global market leader in drumsticks. Both American, family-owned companies will continue to run autonomously. Customers should notice no difference in the way business is conducted moving forward. Similarities in cultures and business philosophies, coupled with a shared dedication to product and service excellence, provide a strong foundation for the union of the two companies."I have the greatest respect for Zildjian. Our businesses share common values, a passion for manufacturing, and a similar approach to how we do business. This union represents a unique opportunity to leverage our respective leadership positions in the drumstick and cymbal categories. I look forward to years of growth and newfound success."
Zildjian CEO Craigie Zildjian:
"Zildjian is honored to join forces with the Vic Firth Company which has set the standard for drumsticks in the music industry. Similarities in our cultures and business philosophies, coupled with a shared dedication to product and service excellence, provide a strong foundation for the union of our two companies. Both companies will continue to run autonomously. In fact, our customers should notice no difference in the way business is conducted moving forward."
