Markus Portworsnick has joined as DE market national sales manager for install products, while Jürgen Bachthaler has been appointed DE market national sales manager for touring products.
Portworsnick comes to TCGI from Dekom Mietcenter in Hamburg, where he was department manager for corporate AV systems and events rentals. He has also been a managing partner at Medientechnik Engelhardt in Hannover. He comments: "This position gives me the opportunity to work with some of the most highly regarded and respected products from some of the leading brands in pro audio."
Doug Green, VP for international sales - install, says: "Markus is the person to push us forward in this important market. His organisational abilities and drive make him a perfect fit for this challenging position."
Jürgen Bachthaler has spent the best part of 15 years in the audio industry, both on the MI and pro audio sides. He joins Tannoy, Lab.gruppen and Lake after spending five years as sales manager Germany for EAW. He notes: "My new position allows us to provide direct access for the brands to the German Touring market - for the first time, which will improve communication and grow business with our current and new customers."
Miguel Hadelich, vice president for international sales - touring, says: "Having Jürgen on board will make a significant difference to our customers, and for the brands themselves. This direct approach will mean we can offer a more comprehensive service to the German market."
(Jim Evans)
