Mad Catz Interactive Inc. announced the appointment of Karen K. McGinnis, 46, as Chief Financial Officer, effective June 10, 2013. Ms. McGinnis replaces Allyson Evans, who recently announced her intention to resign as Chief Financial Officer of the Company and who intends to assist with the transition of her responsibilities. Ms. McGinnis brings over 20 years of accounting, financial reporting and other financial experience at multi-national companies to her role at Mad Catz.

While at Mad Catz, Ms. McGinnis will be responsible for the Company's financial and treasury functions, including financial reporting, bank relationships, conducting internal and industry analysis to support the Company's goals for growth and investor relations initiatives. Prior to joining Mad Catz, Ms. McGinnis served as Vice President, Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer of Cymer Inc.