ISE 2021 postpones to June 2021 and launches new digital offering After a period of consultation with the industry and the impact of the ongoing pandemic, Integrated Systems Events announce that ISE, scheduled for 2-5 February, has been postponed and will now take place in June, dates tbc, alongside a virtual offering. Additionally, ISE will launch RISE Digital, a regular programme of content and networking events which will run throughout the year and support the live show. Today, Integrated Systems Events released the following statement: We’ve been monitoring the conditions in Europe since the beginning of this year and have…
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RTI has announced that Neal Ellsworth has joined the company as Director of Product Management, AV Distribution. In his new role, Ellsworth is tasked with delivering a new portfolio of multizone audio/video distribution systems, amplifiers, video over IP systems, and more, enabling RTI dealers to create exceptional experiences for their customers. “We’re dedicated to providing our dealers with innovative solutions that help them win more business and are excited Neal is leading the team in delivering unique audio and video distribution toward that commitment,” said RTI CEO Joe Roberts. “He brings a wealth of experience and deep understanding of the AV…
Poly has announced the appointment of Sofocles Socratous as vice president of sales, Northern Europe, effective immediately. Bringing 18 years’ experience in the technology and communications sector, Socratous will be responsible for growing the Poly business across the United Kingdom, Ireland, Nordics and Benelux. “Sof brings a breadth of international experience and industry knowledge to enable Poly to lead the market in Northern Europe,” said Paul Clark, senior vice president for sales and managing director, EMEA, Poly. “He will be ensuring the delivery of the right solutions for customers and partners in the region – bringing advanced audio and video conferencing…
Philips Professional Display Solutions has announced the appointment of highly experienced digital signage and DooH marketing specialist, Mireia Busquets, as the new Marketing Manager for Iberia. Mireia has worked in the AV industry for more than a decade – including overseeing some significant projects with footballing giants Real Madrid and FC Barcelona and is the latest significant capture for the company, joining Luis Miguel Batuecas, the new Sales Manager for the region, as it continues to further strengthen its European teams. Covering Spain, Portugal, Andorra and Gibraltar, Iberia has been a significant growth market for Philips PDS in recent times, with…
L-Acoustics is pleased to announce the appointment of accomplished audio industry expert Alan Macpherson to head the newly formed Americas division, encompassing sales, application, support, fulfilment and finance activities for all countries in North, Central and South America. Alan will report to Laurent Vaissié, CEO L-Acoustics, and Hervé Guillaume, CEO L-Acoustics Group. The company further reinforces the new division with the promotion of BJ Shaver to Business Development Director for the installation market and the appointment of William Cornell as Business Development Director for the rental market, both reporting to Macpherson. “L-Acoustics is committed to supporting and growing our presence on…
Technological Innovations Group (TIG) has appointed Anoop Nair as its new Business Development Manager in the Middle East. Anoop will join the company on 1st August 2020. Reporting to Renaat De Wilde, TIG’s Regional Sales Director for the Middle East, Anoop will play an important role in driving TIG’s growth in the region. He will be responsible for targeting customers with bespoke solutions from TIG’s broad AV/UC portfolio to ensure their specific needs and challenges are met. Renaat says: “We’re thrilled to welcome Anoop – and his superb expertise of the AV industry – to our team! He will nurture our…
Technological Innovations Group (TIG) welcomes Sandro Amrein as its new Business Development Manager in Germany. With a focus on the Crestron range, Sandro will be responsible for ensuring customers’ needs are always met and that both existing clients and prospects are aware of the many benefits of choosing TIG’s ecosystem of integrated smart space solutions. He will focus on building successful relationships with consultants, end-users, integrators and specifiers to develop a detailed, strategic action plan that ensures a superior service, achieves the region’s long-term goals and supports new business leads. On Sandro’s appointment, Dirk Hendrickx, TIG’s Vice President of Sales, says: “We are excited to…
Anevia, a leading provider of OTT and IPTV software solutions has appointed Paul Molinier as a member of its Advisory Board. In this role, Paul Molinier will help Anevia define its product and business development strategies. He joins Eric Baron as well as the five members of the Board of Directors – Alexis Delb, Laurent Grimaldi, Valéry Huot (LBO France representative), Laurent Lafarge (CEO) and Tristan Leteurtre (Anevia co-founder) – who are already members of the Advisory Board. Throughout his over 30 years of experience, Paul Molinier has developed an in-depth knowledge of the IT and telecom industries, in which…
Philips Professional Display Solutions has announced the appointment of highly experienced LED specialist, Andrea Greguoldo as its new sales manager for the Italian market. Based in Milan, highly sought after Andrea, brings more than 10-years pro AV experience to Philips PDS, joining from Samsung Electronics, where he spent two years in senior sales management positions, including LED project sales manager and more recently, key account manager and LED specialist. Andrea, who has also held sales management positions at DigiLED, LEDman, and Lighthouse, will be responsible for driving sales and awareness of Philips Professional Display Solutions’ expanding range of LED solutions to…
AV Stumpfl recently welcomed the AV integration specialist Conor McGill to their team of business development experts in the USA. McGill, the former director of strategic partnerships at Float4 in Montreal, will focus on growing the customer base of the multi award winning media server system PIXERA as a global business development manager. “I first used an AV Stumpfl product for a projection mapping project at an NFL football stadium in the USA 4 years ago. That project was a smashing success and every interaction I’ve had with the company since has been stellar. I feel very fortunate to have…