About UsThe A. T. Cross Company is a major international manufacturer of fine writing instruments, timepieces, and personal accessories. Cross products are sold to the consumer gift market through fine stores worldwide. Writing instruments, timepieces , and personal accessories are sold to the business gift market via a network of companies specializing in recognition programs.
A. T. Cross Company is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC® under the symbol ATX.
For more than 158 years, Cross has re-invented writing instruments, combining design ingenuity with jewelry-quality craftsmanship. We were America's first manufacturer of quality writing instruments, and that means that we've been making pens people use, depend on and enjoy for a long time.
While our history is a story all its own, it all began with Richard Cross, who founded the company the same year both the Smithsonian and the sewing machine were born, just as Samuel Morse’s magnetic telegraph pushed Westward and America braced for a war with Mexico.
Cross was a highly skilled pen and pencil maker, who passed his knowledge on to his son, Alonzo Townsend Cross. In 1916, the Cross family sold the company to an employee, Walter R. Boss, who led our growth into the company you know today. Today, Walter's grandsons are at the helm of the company, which became a public security traded on the American Stock Exchange in 1971. |
Happenings / News / Press CoverageNews
CROSS INKS LICENSE PARTNERSHIP WITH FRANKLINCOVEY PRODUCTS
A. T. Cross Offers Quality Writing Instruments Under FranklinCovey Products Brand Name
Lincoln, Rhode Island—November 3, 2009—A. T. Cross Company today announced a licensing agreement with FranklinCovey Products, the official consumer products licensee of the FranklinCovey Co. brand and manufacturer of binders, laptop bags, and other productivity and organizational tools and accessories. Under the agreement, Cross will license the FranklinCovey Products brand name on a global basis for the development and distribution of an exclusive collection of stylish and functional writing instruments appropriate for both business and personal everyday use.
The new line of FranklinCovey-branded pens is immediately available at Staples stores nationwide. Additional distribution channels will be added next spring with other office supply stores and select mass retailers in the United States. The uniquely styled pens and pencils incorporate the premium quality and construction Cross is known for along with a range of designs that appeal to both men and women. International distribution will be underway by late 2010.
2008 News
BEGUILING COLORS FOR YOUR ACCESSORY WARDROBE: CENTURY COLORS PEN FROM CROSS® PREMIERES IN SATURATED SHADES FOR SPRING
Enhance your accessory wardrobe with brilliant color this spring -- right down to the essential elements in your handbag. New from CROSS are brightly hued writing instruments in the Classic® Century® Colors collection. The latest additions to this collection of slim, sleek pens include violet, bluebell, and poppy red hues, joining perennial favorites gold dust and tender rose.
The Century Colors collection is a cornerstone of the CROSS brand, with pens bearing the signature conical shape top, and an on-trend palette that changes to reflect fashion’s forecast. These pretty new shades evoke a springtime that is vibrant, evoking the saturated tones blossoming in the warmer months ahead. These pens possess a jewelry-inspired and decorative center ring reminiscent of a wedding band. The luminous finish is accented by polished chrome-plated appointments. As with all CROSS writing instruments, these pens come with a lifetime mechanical guarantee.
2007 News
SET YOUR SIGHTS ON STYLE WITH NEW CROSS® READERS
CROSS, the internationally recognized maker of fine writing instruments and accessories, brings its penchant for precise engineering to its new collection of readers. The CROSS collection of stylish readers marries fashion with flexibility, as this affordable essential means worry-free toting from the beach to the boardroom. Five readers and two sun readers feature scratch resistant aspheric lenses, precisely aligned lens centers, lightweight and durable optical quality materials, and, on select styles, adjustable nose pads for a perfect fit.
With suggested retail prices of $25 and $30 (for the sun readers), this collection of CROSS eyewear includes both classic shapes and modern styling. The models, named after some of history’s most inspired authors, include three rimless designs, some including looks that combine color and metallic tones: Woolf with a tortoise and matte brown frame; Joyce in tortoise and polished gold; and Melville with a black and matte silver frame.
Team / ManpowerDavid G. Whalen, 52, is President and Chief Executive Officer as well as a Director of the Company. Prior to his appointment to these positions in November of 1999, Mr. Whalen was President-North America of Ray-Ban Sun Optics; a division of Luxottica, Inc. Prior to holding that position, Mr. Whalen spent eight years at Bausch & Lomb, Inc. where he held various positions, including Corporate Vice President and President of the North America Eyewear Division. At Bausch & Lomb, Mr. Whalen was also responsible for global marketing and new product development for six sunglass brands, including the flagship Ray-BanÒ. He spent several years in Europe with initial responsibility for Bausch & Lomb’s U.K operations and ultimately as President of the Europe, Middle East and Africa division. Prior to Bausch & Lomb, Mr. Whalen worked at the G. Heilman Brewing Company, Booz, Allen & Hamilton, Inc. and the General Foods Corporation.
Charles R. MacDonald, 57, is President of the Cross Optical Group. He has held this position since 2003. Prior to joining the Company, from 1996 – 2002, Mr. MacDonald was President of Outlook Eyewear Company, whose brands included Liz Claiborne and Suncloud. Outlook Eyewear was a division of Bausch & Lomb, Inc. until June of 1999 when it was purchased by Luxottica Group S.p.A. From 1992 to 1996 Mr. MacDonald was Vice President and Controller of Outlook Eyewear. Mr. MacDonald was Vice President and Controller of The Bushnell Division of Bausch & Lomb, Inc. from 1986 to 1992.
Charles S. Mellen, 47, is President, Cross Accessory Division. Before assuming this position in 2007, he was Senior Vice President, Global Marketing and Sales. Prior to his appointment to this position in 2006, Mr. Mellen was the Division’s Vice President, Global Marketing and New Product Development. Prior to joining the Company in this position in 2005, Mr. Mellen was Vice President of Marketing for Tumi, Inc. Prior to Tumi, Mr. Mellen was Director of Business Development and Director of Men’s Products and Footwear at Coach, Inc. Mr. Mellen also spent a number of years as a management consultant with Kurt Salmon Associates, Inc., a strategic consulting firm.
Kevin F. Mahoney, 51, is Senior Vice President, Finance, Chief Financial Officer, and Treasurer. He has held these positions since 2005. Prior to joining Cross, Mr. Mahoney served as Director-Corporate Development at Raytheon Company. Prior to that he was a partner at Deloitte & Touche, where he spent most of his professional career.
Tina C. Benik, 50, is Vice President, Legal and Human Resources, and Corporate Secretary. Prior to her appointment to this position in 2000, Ms. Benik was Vice President Legal, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary from 1993 to 2000. Prior to joining the Company, Ms. Benik was an attorney with the law firm of Hinckley Allen and Snyder.
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 | Fact Sheet | | | Year of Establishment | : | 1846 | | Legal Status of Firm | : | Sole Proprietorship (Individual) | | Nature of Business | : | Manufacturer, Trader | | Number of Employees | : | 51 to 100 People | | Major Markets | : | Indian Subcontinent |
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| A T Cross Company | | Contact Person: | Mr. Vishal Kamthan | | Mobile / Cell Phone: | +(+91)-9911900311 | | Address: | East Of Kailash, New Delhi, Delhi - 110034 (India) |
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