Recognition Event by Exertis Almo: Celebrating Manufacturer Excellence Awards and Other Highlights
The Pro AV industry is buzzing with activity as key companies make strategic moves to strengthen their positions. Here's a round-up of the latest developments:
Appointments
Hal Truax has been appointed at Aurora Multimedia, although the specific role and date were not detailed in the search results provided. Meanwhile, Steve Bogart has been appointed to the ETC IDEA Committee, but the search results did not expand on this.
In the broader Pro AV space, Filip Cogghe has been appointed as Vice President of sales, marketing, and service for Europe at Planar. Eric Webb has been promoted to VP of IT and logistics at USSI Global, Jeroen Feldman appointed dvLED Solutions Manager at PPDS in Europe, and Albert Chen appointed General Manager for Europe at Newline Interactive. Wavetrain Cinemas has been appointed exclusive ProAV distributor and authorized service provider for Christie Digital in Australia/New Zealand.
Acquisitions and Partnerships
Korbyt has acquired NFS Technology, although the terms and strategic rationale behind the acquisition were not detailed in the search results. Extron has joined the National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA), marking a new partnership or membership that strengthens industry collaboration.
Awards and Events
Exertis Almo held a week-long "Evolve and Elevate" National Sales Meeting in Baltimore, MD. The event included a keynote by motivational speaker Kevin Carroll, themed manufacturer product training, and charitable activities. The Gala at the American Visionary Arts Museum announced the winners of Exertis Almo's 2024 Manufacturer Excellence Awards. Michael Venaski from Epson America was awarded the Vendor Rep of the Year.
Representative Changes
Visionary has appointed SYMCO as its new representative firm for Metro New York/Northern New Jersey, Upstate New York, and New England. SYMCO, one of the oldest independent manufacturers' representative firms, founded in 1972, has built its reputation on trusted relationships with consultants, integrators, and end users throughout its region. Its value comes from its expert team with over 500 years of collective experience in the commercial AV industry.
In Southern California, Southern Nevada, Arizona, and Hawaii, Glensound and ASK Sales & Representation named Vision2 Marketing to represent Glensound audio products. Vision2 Marketing is a rep firm with a diverse team of sales and support professionals in production, integration, retail, and eCommerce.
Top Performers
In the Essentials category, WyreStorm, SpinetiX, Peerless-AV, and NETGEAR were Top Performers for the highest growth YOY. MAXHUB received Vendor of the Year for the highest growth percentage YOY in the Displays category. LG Business Solutions (Hospitality and Pro AV) was the Top Performer for growth YOY in the Displays category. Samsung Pro was named Vendor of the Year with the highest gross margin. Legrand AV won Vendor of the Year for the top sales in the Essentials category.
These updates highlight an exciting time in the Pro AV industry, with companies making strategic moves to drive growth and innovation. Stay tuned for more developments in the coming months.
- Aurora Multimedia has a new employee, Hal Truax, although the role and starting date are undisclosed.
- Steve Bogart has joined the ETC IDEA Committee, but further details are unavailable.
- Filip Cogghe is the new Vice President of sales, marketing, and service for Europe at Planar.
- Eric Webb has been promoted to VP of IT and logistics at USSI Global.
- Jeroen Feldman is now the dvLED Solutions Manager at PPDS in Europe.
- Albert Chen is the new General Manager for Europe at Newline Interactive.
- Wavetrain Cinemas is now the exclusive ProAV distributor and authorized service provider for Christie Digital in Australia/New Zealand.
- Korbyt has acquired NFS Technology, although the terms and reasons behind the acquisition remain undisclosed.
- Extron has formed a new partnership with the National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA).
- Exertis Almo held a sales meeting in Baltimore, Maryland, featuring product training, a motivational keynote, and charitable activities.
- The American Visionary Arts Museum announced winners for Exertis Almo's 2024 Manufacturer Excellence Awards.
- Michael Venaski from Epson America won the Vendor Rep of the Year award.
- Visionary has appointed SYMCO as its new representative firm in certain regions, leveraging their extensive industry experience.
- Glensound and ASK Sales & Representation have appointed Vision2 Marketing to represent Glensound audio products in specific areas.
- WyreStorm, SpinetiX, Peerless-AV, and NETGEAR were Top Performers in the Essentials category.
- MAXHUB received Vendor of the Year for the highest growth percentage YOY in the Displays category.
- LG Business Solutions topped the Displays category for YOY growth.
- Samsung Pro was named Vendor of the Year with the highest gross margin.
- Legrand AV won Vendor of the Year for the top sales in the Essentials category.
- The industry's growth and innovation are evident with companies making strategic moves to strengthen their positions.
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