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"Scott Robbins is a tremendous asset to Harman Professional and a resource to our distribution partners and customers alike," said Michael MacDonald, Harman Professional's executive vice-president of marketing and sales. "In his new position, his experience, energy and intelligence will benefit all of our brands and not just Crown Audio whom he has served so well and grown so effectively. I look forward to working with Scott to grow the Harman business in e

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These key appointments have been made at a time when Scarecrow is experiencing significant business growth and achieving recognition for technical excellence from leading authorities worldwide. Developing and launching Ultima, its next generation technology, in February 2007 was a major turning point for the company, not only in terms of raising the company's visability in the sectors in which it operates, but also confirming its position as a market leader.

Both Tom Diamond and Lee Pannett have been driving forces behind the company's recent success. Tom joined as group commercial manager in 2006 and will now have greater inv

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"I have had a great informal relationship with Stardraw.com for several years," says Schwartz, "and have enjoyed being something of a sounding-board for strategic planning. As Stardraw.com has accelerated its growth into new markets using cutting-edge technologies, the opportunity to cement that relationship was just too good to miss."

Schwartz's career began as a programmer and systems analyst in the days of punch-card computing. Since then he has held senior positions with well-known organizations including Harman International and Mordaunt-Short, and sat for

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"Despite the weakening economy, Rosco's British business remains ambitious. We continue to see increased opportunities to enter new markets and expand our existing market share," says Kees Frijters, Rosco vice-president European business. "Growth continues to be one of our main objectives. The timing for Paul de Ville joining Rosco couldn't be better.

De Ville trained as a stage manager and lighting designer before working for Theatre Projects London. From there he spent 16 years with Action Lighting and the Lighting Technology Group.

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"Despite the economic doom and gloom, we've had an exceptional year and this has led to the need for additional staff," says Prism Sound's sales and marketing director Graham Boswell. "Our existing product range is going from strength to strength and we're now developing new products that will combine Prism Sound and SADiE technology in ways that will be of real benefit to our customer base."

Some of the new recruits to Prism Sound needed no help in finding their way around the company's headquarters in Streatham, Cambridgeshire, because they were already familiar with the lay-out having moved

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"Matt Bush is a strong business leader, an excellent organiser and an experienced pro audio veteran," Graham said. "We are very pleased to welcome Matt to our team and I am confident that he will grow our sales and strengthen our partnerships with reps, dealers and distributors across the globe."

(Jim Evans)

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Van der Maijs comes to Barix with more than 20 years of experience in international sales & marketing in the security and network industry, including high-ranking positions within Lantronix International and HID Corporation.

"Audio over IP is becoming more relevant every day, and it's important to generate direct sales and OEM applications in new markets beyond where Barix has been traditionally strong," said van der Meijs. "Barix is a very product-driven organisation and has a feature-rich toolbox that can service a multitude of niche markets. The challenge is to proactively communicate how IP Audio is relevant to these many differe

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Under Bluman's stewardship, PSL has provided projection and screens to Global Gathering, Creamfields and The Big Chill festivals, to Razorlight, Faithless, Portishead and the Pet Shop Boys, to the BAFTA Awards and to the World Music Awards.

(Jim Evans)

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In his new position Fawzy will analyse the business in the Middle East and Africa, discover its potential, and develop the sales region to the next level, says the company. His last post was as product manager with Mediacast Fzllc in Dubai, where he provided solutions for post production facilities and broadcasters in the area.

(Jim Evans)

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Van Eekeren brings to Element Labs over 25 years international experience in key commercial roles in both Europe and North America. Prior to joining Element Labs, Van Eekeren spent a substantial part of his career at Barco's Media & Entertainment division, which he joined in 2001, in effect witnessing the emergence of LED technology as a commercially viable large-screen display solution.

Barbara Nelson, CEO for Element Labs, welcomed the addition of Van Eekeren stating: "Element Labs is currently dramatically expanding its reach and scale, building on its longstanding reputation in the entertainment industry to pursue the international fixed installation market. We're targetting this market very ag

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Riley's responsibilities in DWR will include handling Vari*Lite sales. DWR has just taken on the exclusive SA distributorship in an expansion of its portfolio of premium brands.

He will also look after ADB and general lamp and day-to-day sales. He's worked with ADB products since the early 1980s and looks forward to continuing the association.

(Jim Evans)

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The newly-created DAC Pro-Media has opened its account by signing up GCI Technologies, the American conglomerate, whose brands include Gemini, Cortex and iKey Audio. DAC will also act as a specialist sub-distributor for premier pro-audio and M.I. supplier Sound Technology, selling its portfolio of products including the Harman Pro brands JBL, Crown and AKG into the DJ market.

Having also spent ten years as MD of Numark Alesis Europe, Crisp's knowledge and experience spans all sectors of audio and MI. "And ultimately we will be looking to represent the right lighting and accessories suppliers too," he says. "In this respect I hope to be able to announce new partnerships either at the start of 2009 or at the Winter NAMM Music Co

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Frohn has extensive managerial experience in the pro audio Industry, notably 14 years at US manufacturer Crest, where he served in a variety of roles including director of sales and marketing, Crest Europe, Middle East, Africa, and managing director of the company's German subsidiary.

"It is great for me to finally work for a European company - and for one of the top leaders in the live sound industry," says Frohn. "I am amazed by the fantastic team of talented, professional people at L-Acoustics, and with the new K1 system on the verge of release, there are lots of opportunities for an ongoing success story. I am looking forward to being part of that."

Frohn's initial remit will be to take responsibility for the sales, development an

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Palmer has been in the lighting and sound industry since he was 18, starting his career working in a local nightclub whilst training as an electrical engineer. He worked for various electrical contractors in the performance industry, including bars and leisure complexes. He later joined Stagecraft as an engineer, being promoted to sales director in 2004. He has designed and worked on over 200 performance venue projects, including over 50 newly constructed schools, drama spaces, recording studios and numerous village halls.

"We are delighted to welcome Martin to White Light, his industry knowledge and natural way with customer service fits perfectly with those of White Light," comments Peter Threadgold, White Light's sales director. "Having known Martin for a number o

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Prior to joining Neutrik, Cowan held various positions with such companies as Texas Instruments, Panduit Corp. and Dialight-Kulka-Smith. He received a bachelor of science in marketing and economics as well as a master's degree in marketing from Monmouth University in New Jersey.

Beyond those organisations with ties to the professional audio community, he was a philanthropic benefactor to organisations such as Oceans of Love, which provides help for children with cancer, ALS Association (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, aka Lou Gehrig's Disease), the Food Bank of New Jers

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The W-DMX Visionary Award is a special recognition of individuals in the professional lighting industry who were early adopters of W-DMX and had an immediate vision about how it could be applied to great advantage in their respective production environments.

The first award went to Nathan Barmer, moving lights operator for the popular show Le Reve at Wynn Las Vegas. The theatre is designed in-the-round and involves a massive amount of flying and motion control. Two full universes of DMX are used for a moving carousel at the top of the theatre, with an additional universe for other flying elements. "Initially, another brand of wireless DMX was being used, but there was a no

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The award was presented by 2005 Swan recipient, Wally Blount, who had worked closely with Hansen in several areas, including the development of the Entertainment Technician Certification Programme (ETCP"I am honoured to be the 2008 recipient of the Eva Swan Award," commented Hansen. "To receive this recognition from your peers is truly a special honour. Everyone who has helped and supported me over the years, especially everyone at Oasis Stage Werks, also deserves a piece of the award. Thank you to ESTA for this very special award. It will always be the high point of my career, but certainly not the end poi

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Galli says: "My role at SGM is a great opportunity and an important challenge for me - a challenge I decided to accept with immense pleasure and which I hope to win thanks to the experience built up during my career to date."

(Lee Baldock)

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"Greg Krymer has an established track record of leading technical sales and business development efforts for both commercial and consumer products," said Adil Gandhi, vice-president and general manager. "His academic background in electrical systems enables him to provide customers assistance to solve complex lighting applications with state-of-the-art LED technology."

(Jim Evans)

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Burridge has been a sales engineer with the company for six years. Initially focusing on the company's core ranges, he subsequently specialised in Roblon's fibre optic ranges and has become an authority on the use of fibre-optics, working closely with lighting designers to help plan and create schemes across the residential, commercial, retail and specification markets. In his new role, he will coordinate the activities of the sales engineers and help drive the business forward into emerging markets.

Commenting on his new role, he says: "I've always worked in the lighting industry and it is an area I still find fascinating. Lighting has immense power to enhance or destroy a project and I enjoy working with lighting designers helping them to realise their most creative and ar

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"I am pleased that Trevor has joined our sales team for which he will be a valuable asset, as he possesses the ideal combination of expertise and strong knowledge in the field of broadcast, post-production and presentation business", says Thomas Klotz. "In all ways possible, Trevor is committed to top customer service, being the lead contact person for all our European sales and service partners. His hiring strengthens our operations and arms us to better service our existing partnerships."

(Jim Evans)

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He has been employed in the AV industry since leaving university and, in addition to his relevant academic qualifications, he has wide practical experience with a full understanding of all facets of video, audio, lighting and stage set design.

Mark says: "I'm really excited to be working with Blitz; they're a super company and they're at the top of their game".

Paul Hutton, MD of Blitz comments: "Mark is a great addition to our team and I am delighted that he's joined us. We were looking for someone special to strengthen our Account Handling division and to work alongside our

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In a statement to company staff, industry colleagues and the media he said: "After working in the entertainment industry for more than 30 years, of which the last 18 years have been within the Ampco Flashlight Group, I have decided the time has come to slow down and make room for the talented new generation within the Group, and I've therefore decided to leave the company on 1st January 2009.

"It has been an exciting period and looking back at how we started and what has been accomplished, not only in the industry in general but also within the Ampco Flashlight Group in particular, I feel a modest pride for all of us in this industry and in the Ampco Flashlight Group."

Fred's roots in the industry reach back to 1976 wit

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Jones will also make a number of appearances at Harman-sponsored events and contribute his personage to various corporate and brand-level marketing activities.

"Quincy's passion for excellence in the entertainment field is a natural complement to our own respected audio brands," said Dinesh C. Paliwal, Harman's chairman and chief executive officer. "His iconic status and musical genius pair strongly with Harm