Madison has over 25 years of experience in the audio-visual world, having worked in broadcast, production, sound reinforcement, studio recording, video conferencing, and all forms of sound and video contracting and systems integration. He has designed and managed over 1,000 projects with ranging from tens of thousands to several million dollars for
"I worked with Allan at Midas, so it's great to have him back as he truly understands audio mixing products," said Ivan Schwartz, sales manager for DiGiCo LLC. "This makes him the ideal candidate to help further grow DiGiCo's very successful business here in the States."
Nichols comments: "DiGiCo offers exceptional technology for touri
Phil Dormer has returned to Orbital to work alongside Eric Simpson and his busy team in the company's stores. At present he is preparing a number of systems to be dispatched into the West End, as well as a host of touring productions including The Full Monty, Whistle Down The Wind and Slam Dunk.Finally, Sam Thomas has been appointed to work alongside David Gordon as credit control and administrative support, bringing a wealth of accountancy experience to the team.
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The move comes as two of the magazine's staff leave the company - David Barbour, long-time editorial director for the magazines and publisher, Jackie Tien. "Jackie Tien and David Barbour should be proud of what they helped build here over such a long period of time," says Primedia Business senior vice-president Pete May, "and of their numerous contributions to the entertainment lighting industry. We thank them for all they have done. David Johnson will build on that foundation to bring growth and d
Sleap commented: "I'm delighted to have joined Millbank's dynamic team. I'm looking forward to working with the team and expanding the brand into a host of markets."
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Prior to her post at Wigwam, Fernihough had worked in a variety of roles in the entertainment industry. Her responsibilities as VME events director is to extend the company's client base and to fully utilize all the facilities that VME have at their disposal.
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West commented: "The team at beyerdynamic are fantastic. They are technically proficient, product knowledgeable and really nice to work with. The current portfolio is extensive but well ba
For the past two years Mission has focused on development of a range of dedicated products for its new division. The installation and portable products are designed specifically for applications where advanced DML (distributed mode loudspeaker) technology offers a significant advantage over traditional cone systems - applications that require high intelligibility with wide, even coverage within both good and difficult reverberant acoustic environments. In addition, Mission has used its extensive R & D resources to design two new passive and active nearfield studio monitors.
Now, with a complete product range, the organization has been strengthened to turn the focus on to sales, ma
"I'm excited to be part of a team with such a great reputation for exceptional service," says Bachman. "We share the same values for wanting to be able to provide a high-quality product on short notice, and then being there with the details and solutions when the customer needs help. I'm looking forward to working with many industry friends that I've known in my other roles, and making new friends in the A.C.T Lighting customer base."
Having served a total of 17 years with Beyerdynamic, Harrison is one for long stretches and is now looking forward to doing time with the Milan-based company. He cpmments: "People may be surprised, but it had to be the right opportunity to entice me to leave Beyer and this role with PASO fits the bill perfectly. It is a challenge, but one with a respected and experienced manufacturer with a brand name that is associated with quality throughout the world. Just take a look at some of the recent installations that have used PASO products and you'll know why I was more than happy to be hunted down."
PASO are already well positioned in the marketplace in terms
Schaeffer has over 20 years' experience in the pro audio business and a successful track record in sales management, business development, and strategic marketing. For the last two years he was vice-president of the Public Address Business Unit at Klotz Digital America in California, where he was responsible for all sales and marketing management of the newly established business unit.
Prior to that, Schaeffer was general manager, western region, for AMX Corporation. He joined AMX in 2001 following five years at Otari Corporation, where he rose to the position of vice-president.
Beginning his career in 1979 with several years in pro audio retail sales
Over the coming months, the web-shop will include the full range of products represented by LCA, including Manfrotto, Avenger, Rosco, Mole Richardson, Power To Light ballasts, textiles, replacement bulbs, consumables, spare parts, accessories and second-hand lighting and cameras.
Nick Shapley, managing director said: "Today, with Internet becoming more and more part of everyone's lives, we felt we needed to cater for those living in the age of technology, by offering them the convenience to shop online. We have decided to roll out the webs-shop in stages as LCA has a portfolio of over 5,000 products so it is a mammoth
Nick Shapley, managing director stated: "We are very pleased to welcome Cheryl to our team and with her knowledge of Rosco products believe she will be a true asset to the team."
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Richard Wilson, White Light's long-serving operations director spent many years as he making the practical side of getting the lights out of the door work he is now moving to the position of business development director, working to introduce The White Light Group to new clients and new areas of business. Bryan Raven, White Light Group's general manager, commented: "Richard's record of making the sharp end of our business work is well proven - after all, however much we promise it means nothing unless we actually get the right lights out at the right time! Having successfully established new working methods for our warehouse in the two years since our move to Wimbledon from Fulham, Rich
A lover of theatre, Rory subsequently became involved in projects beyond the Royal Court: he was a founding partner of lighting rental company White Light; he was part of the team that created the Riverside Studios in Hammersmith; he was deeply involved with Field Day in Northe
Allen & Heath relocated to Cornwall in 1981 from premises in London. The presentation coincides with the company's 35th anniversary, which it plans to celebrate later in the year. "In the modern era of job mobility, somebody who has committed 20 years or more to the same company is a valued employee and should be recognized as such," commented managing director, Glenn Rogers. "Allen
"Our entire audio team is delighted to welcome an individual as talented and knowledgeable as Tom on board," said Scott Davies, general manager of the American DJ Group of Companies. "Tom brings with him a unique blend of skills and experience. Not only does he have an extensive background in audio, he's worked in every facet of the business including retailing, so he has a hands-on understanding of our dealers' concerns and can prov
"Being part of the lighting industry is the only thing I've ever really wanted to do, and coming back to Canada and Q1 gives me the opportunity to work with an amazing team that includes many of the people I started out with," says Hucul.
Hucul's expertise focuses on major concert tours, large corporate events and live theatre productions: "When I heard that Marc Raymond [founder of We
Pablo La Rosa comes to Stanton after five years at Roland Corporation, where he held the position of marketing writer and editor of the Roland Users Group magazine, one of the largest music industry publications. At Roland, La Rosa also created content for Roland's websites, wrote advertising copy and product literature, an
He ventured into the sales side of the business in 2000 working for Apogee Electronics as European sales manager, and joined Expotus in May 2001. He has held the position of director of sales and marketing for the Audient and LA Audio brands since the group's merger in the summer of 2003. Baldry says of his new position: "I am delighted to join the board and am confident that this new position will allow me
