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Sponsored by Huntingdonshire District Council and supported by Huntingdonshire Chamber of Commerce, Huntingdonshire Regional College and Business Link East, the group has been created to reinforce the manufacturers' role in the district's economy. It will also help them promote high standards in manufacturing and access training and funding opportunities.

The launch was personally endorsed by Lord Digby Jones of Birmingham, Minister of State for UK trade and industry and prominent champion of British manufacturing. Delegates heard key speakers from HSBC Bank, the East of England Regional Development Agency and the Institute of Manufactu

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"I'm immensely proud of Loud management's achievements over the past two years," commented Olson. "We simplified the company's organizational structure and brand portfolio; restored stability and added capacity to our supply chain; and solidified the Ampeg, EAW, Mackie, and Martin Audio brands' leadership positions through significant new product launches. Thanks to those efforts, Loud is now well positioned for growth as the world economy recovers."

"As both a former competitor, as well as audio industry veteran, I've closely followed Loud's moves over the years and have great admiration for the

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Li has six years working experience from a leading lighting manufacturer in China and she brings with her a vast network of connections in several countries where she worked as regional sales manager. She will work in the Wireless Solution headquarter office in Uddevalla, Sweden and travel regularly to her region to offer local support.

"I'm very excited to be part of the Wireless Solution team," she says, "The W-DMX brand is well respected and has been involved in some very impressive installatio

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"We're all looking forward to some very positive results during the remainder of this year and on into 2011," Dace said, commenting on the appointment. "By focusing on executing our sales strategies in each of their respective regions, David and Dan will continue to send a cohesive message to our manufacturer's reps and fulfill the mandates of a world-class marketing plan. With David's addition to the Liberty roster of associates, one of the most talented sales teams in the business just got even better."

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With immediate effect, East Coast sales will be handled by Rick Fallon, who for the past 14 years has been dealer sales manager for lighting manufacturers and distributors Creative Stage Lighting, and prior to that worked in sales at theatrical supply and installation company BMI Supply.

The Central belt will be covered by Carl Wake, who has spent the last four years working at Austin-based Lightparts. Prior to that he worked for a number of years at Martin Professional Inc. in Florida as well as various production companies in San Francisco.

Finally on the West Coast, Ed Cheeseman will be looking after regional sales of all G

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Pawel joins projectiondesign from 2x3 in Poland where he held numerous roles in international trade, commercial direction and sales.

Thierry Ollivier, regional manager, France, Russia, CEE & CIS of projectiondesign explains, "Having Pawel on our team is a great asset. His knowledge, experience and contacts in central and eastern Europe puts projectiondesign at a great advantage. We're growing at a fast pace in this region and with this local support it will only increase our presence."

(Jim Evans)

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Harrison previously spent three years as Calrec's exhibitions coordinator. "It's been a natural progression, really," he says. "While working at exhibitions, I was talking to current and future customers, and doing hands-on demos for them. I've gradually become familiar with the sales side of things, so it was the obvious next step. Calrec needed somebody dedicated to the Middle East and helping out in Eastern Europe; we are strengthening our focus in both regions as part of our current strategy of continuing improvements in these key markets."

Harrison is on tour in Eastern Eu

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David Myers, Audinate's COO remarks, "Audinate has built a reputation as the best digital media networking solution and we are recognized by our customers and partners for our responsive support. As a result of this expansion, Audinate can provide around the globe support for our OEM Partners."

As part of Audinate's direct presence in Europe, Kieran Walsh has joined Audinate as senior technical solutions manager. Walsh was formerly with Britannia Row Productions where he was responsible for th

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Van der Moolen was closely involved in the Research & Development process leading to the launch of XLNT's CyberHoist range and has extensive experience in the rigging market with Stagemaker. He comments, "When I was invited to join XLNT I had already taken the decision to move away from frontline sales and move more into product and brand development consultancy. As I had been familiar with CyberHoist and the whole XLNT team for many years, and they were looking for someone with experience of product development and setting up distribution networks for their motion control business, it was a perfect match.

"I see a great future at XLNT with a talented and energetic team developing a number of tremend

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Tim's role at Sennheiser UK is focused on delivering the very best customer service from an array of the company's support functions.

"One of my immediate aims is restructuring the workshops in our servicing department to make turnaround times as quick as possible," he says. "We are setting ourselves a challenging target, but it's one I know we can hit - an

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Audio-Technica U.S. experienced strong growth under Ken's management. He drove market development and promotion for many innovative products, notably UniPoint installed-sound microphones and A-T's 40 Series studio microphones. He was also a strong force behind A-T entering the wireless microphone category and the company's longstanding relationship with the Olympics.

"Ken valued strong personal relationships based on mut

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14 March 2016

Goodrich joins Harman Professional from Altel Systems Group, where he was vice president of business development, leading the development of integrated audio/visual and communication systems for the airport, mass transit, and hospitality industries. He previously held senior sales and business development roles at Meyer Sound Labs and Innovative Electronic Designs (IED). In his new role, he will report to Michael MacDonald, Harman Professional executive vice president of marketing & sales, and will be responsible for developing Harman Professional's presence in the mass communications market.

Michael MacDonald comments, "In some verticals audio has been commoditised and as a result communication has suffered. Harman Professional brings profe

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Tom Freret, national sales manager of American Audio, comments, "We are very excited to appoint Edgar Bernal, a highly celebrated DJ, to this position. His passion for music and his understanding of our vast family of products really embodies what American DJ is all about. We know we will see great things from him."

(Jim Evans)

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Grice, who joined Architainment early in 2010 as a technical services engineer has a strong background rooted in the entertainment side of the business. Prior to joining Architainment, he worked for Dorking Halls.

Commenting on this new role, Phil Grice said, "I am excited for the opportunity to meet potential clients and introduce them to the LED fixtures Architainment can provide and the various benefits and functionalities these fittings can offer."

Managing Director, Nic Tolkien added, "We've been looking at es

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"The motivating factor behind this move is to provide an exceptional customer experience," says president John Dace Dace. "It's our belief that investing in a sales team like this will help us deliver the best customer service within the AV industry, and help us grow our market share in turn."

As part of the launch of the newly reorganized sales force, Kevin Cole has been named as inside sales manager. Working from Liberty'

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Van Grove joins Stardraw.com with 20 years experience in systems contracting and commercial AV. Most recently he was the director of sales for Antex Electronics where he was responsible for direct sales, marketing and product management operations for both branded and OEM product lines for the install and commercial sound markets.

Van Grove will be responsible for business development across North America and Mexico. In particular this means developing business channels including the rep network for Stardraw.com's branded products, as well as handling existing OEM business and seeking out new OEM opportunities.

Stardraw CEO, Dave Snipp comments, "Tim's resumé speaks for itself. He has been a successful systems integrator for several years, and

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CEO Ronan Willson said: "I've known Dave for 25 years as a friend and competitor. He has held senior executive positions within the foremost concert touring lighting companies and as such is a key figure in the industry. I have asked Dave to join ELP to assist in the further development of the company enabling me to concentrate on the new Millennium Studios project I am undertaking. His extensive knowledge and experience will be a great benefit to ELP as we expand and move the company forward".

Keighley added "I am very excited to be joining ELP at this time. I have admired ELP from a distance for many years and I have been friends with Ronan since the very early years of the live event lighting industry. I am ve

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Turrin, who commands extensive knowledge of all financial functions earned while working for audit companies and major industrial groups, will report directly to Massimo Signor, the company's managing director.

After graduating from the Department of Corporate Economics of the University of Venice, Turrin began his professional career with Arthur Andersen & Co. Later, he accepted the position of comptroller for all of Stefanel's foreign subsidiaries before moving on to Roncadin, a company in the food industry, where he was the administrative and financial director.

(Jim Evans)

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Over the last nine years Tanner has been instrumental in developing both the temporary Courtyard and the permanent Royal Shakespeare Theatre for the RSC, where his work culminates when the company opens its new facility in January.

Joshua Dachs, FDA's principal, says: "I've known Flip for over 10 years and I've always been impressed by his incredible range of experience in the theatre. He also has the unique experience of sitting on the Client side of the table during intricate building projects at various scales. Further, the fact that he has a k

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"Meyer Sound's technical support network is critical to our business," says Helen Meyer, executive vice president of Meyer Sound. "Luke, John, and Oscar have all played a major role in its success. We're proud to recognize their experience, technical knowledge, and personal commitment to customer satisfaction."

In his new position of product manager for loudspeaker products, Luke Jenks will work closely with Meyer Sound's engineering, education, and marketing personnel to provide both dealers and e

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QSC VP global sales, Greg McLagan, has confirmed that former JBL man Mark Bailey will take over as sales manager for the territory, supported by new product applications specialist (for engineered systems), Martin Barbour, while existing product specialist, Santiago Alcala will take on a more general support role.

The move fits with the organizational changes taking place within QSC's corporate structure, and the setting up of the new Engineered Systems Group under the direction of Scott Kalarchik.

"We now have the nucleus of one of the strongest teams in pro audio, bringing a wealth of experience across sales and product application," stated McLagan.

"These appointments will bring us closer to our cus

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With many years of sales experience behind him logged with AVI Systems in Minnesota, Baltzer is one among a team of outside sales managers dedicated to insuring constant and consistent support to customers in the field, says the company. He will report directly to David Ellis, Liberty's new director of western sales.

(Jim Evans)

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Sadler is a chartered engineer who specialises in modern theatre hydraulics and is actively involved with the running of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Eastern Area, acting as treasurer for the organisation. He is also a technical associate of the Royal National Theatre and received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Association of British Theatre Technicians in 2009.

Since 1978, Sadler has been closely involved with many industrial and theatrical projects including the stage settings for Andrew Lloyd Webber's Starlight Express and The Phantom of the Opera. He is currently working on the hydraulic systems for

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"I am thoroughly delighted to join TCGI as UK installation sales manager," says Wakelin. "It gives me the opportunity to work with many of the most highly regarded and respected products from some of the leading brands in pro audio. I look forward to getting out there and continuing to develop and support our market partners."

Doug Green, VP of installed sound products sales for TCGI, adds, "Scott is the perfect addition to our worldwide Installation