"This announcement comes at a very exciting time for DPA Microphones' US operations," says Eric Mayer, president of DPA, Inc. "Not only does this serve as an example of how our brand recognition has expanded, but it also means that we'll be able to further grow our fan base throughout the Americas. In addition, these appointments will allow me to perform my day-to-day strategy, sales and marketing responsibilities more effectively, giving us the opportunity for even greater success. Welcome aboard, Pedro, Leonardo and Chris, and congratulations Shan."
Leonardo Romero has more than 20 years' experience in the US, Latin American and Middle Eastern markets. In addition to joining DPA, Inc. as Area Sales Manager for Southern U.S., he will also oversee DPA Microphones' distributors in Canada and Latin America. He comes to the company from Teldyne Reson, manufacturer of high-tech sonar and hydrophone devices, where he served as Latin America sales director.
Christopher Spahr's 20-year career spans the music, recording arts and pro sound industries. He comes to DPA Microphones as area sales manager for Eastern US from RTW, where he oversaw US sales and operations.
A former Film Sound Instructor with The Los Angeles Film School, Pedro Rocha joins DPA Microphones as area sales manager for Western US. Rocha served as an Avid Pro Tools marketing specialist and as a pro audio and musical instrument sales representative for a variety of retailers.
(Jim Evans)
