Bandit Hires Shay Simpson to World Headquarters

	Shay Simpson, Bandit Lites

Bandit Lites, a global lighting company, announces the addition of Shay Simpson to its corporate ranks at its world headquarters in Knoxville, Tennessee. A 13 year veteran of the entertainment industry, Simpson brings her meticulous expertise to Bandit's accounting team as senior accountant, and will manage all aspect of the accounting systems while developing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures.

A Johnson City, Tennessee native, upon graduating from East Tennessee State University with a degree in accounting and finance, Simpson first worked in public accounting before joining the finance team at Regal Entertainment Group, the United States' largest theater chain. While there as senior accountant, she oversaw the month-end close process, reviewed monthly financial statements, and provided detailed analysis of budget and prior year variances. Simpson also oversaw the development and implementation of Regal's annual budget process, a triumph she cites as one of her proudest accomplishments.

Regarding her new position with Bandit, Simpson said, "I am very blessed to be working with such a great team and for such an amazing company. I know that I have much to learn about the music industry, but I am very excited for this next chapter in my career."

Bandit Chair Michael T. Strickland says of Simpson joining the Bandit family, "We are very excited to have someone of Shay's background, pedigree, and experience in the entertainment industry. We look forward to Shay allowing us to grow the accounting department and take it to the next level."