Bridgton, ME - Sep 1, 2011 - Howell Laboratories has promoted David G. Allen to president and chief executive officer to succeed Paul A. Wescott, Howell's president since 1977, who is retiring. Allen has been with Howell since 1982 in a variety of positions, most recently as vice president and chief operating officer. He is a graduate of the University of Chicago and lives in Raymond, ME.

Howell Laboratories is the parent company of FM broadcast antenna, filter and combiner manufacturer Shively Labs. Howell is also a supplier of specialized marine fluid processing machinery to the United States Navy.