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Tuesday, March 24, 2009
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03/24/09 06:18 AM,
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Ashly Audio has announced the winners of its 2008 sales rep awards, presented by National Sales Manager Tom Knesel during the company’s National Sales Meeting at Winter NAMM 2009 in Anaheim. Eakins/Bernstein & Associates, based in Lenexa, Kansas, received the coveted “Representative of the Year” award for growing business, exceeding quotas, and maintaining model communication. Norwalk, Connecticut’s Benchmark Audio Sales earned the “Most Improved Territory” award for delivering the biggest improvement over 2007 sales, while upstate New York, Binghamton-based Eaton…
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03/24/09 05:08 AM,
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Clear-Com Communication Systems has announced the appointment of Ahmed Magd Eldin as Regional Sales Manager for the Middle East, Cyprus, Greece and Turkey, reinforcing the company’s footprint in the rapidly growing region. Based in the Middle East, Magd Eldin joins Clear-Com with more than 12 years of experience in both technical sales and channel management. In his previous positions, which included Regional Sales Manager for Almasa IT Distribution and Silicon21-Dubai and Product Manager for Cisco Systems, he gained solid technical…
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Thursday, March 19, 2009
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03/19/09 10:10 AM,
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I ran across an article in yesterday’s (3/18/09) edition of USA Today titled “Major artists are making concerts more affordable”. The article, by Steve Jones, states that “no one knows how the recession will affect concert business this summer, but several major acts are making sure that fans won’t have to dig too deep to afford a ticket” and then points out that The Dave Matthews Band, Keith Urban, U2 and No Doubt have already announced some bargain-priced tickets. The…
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Wednesday, March 18, 2009
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03/18/09 08:26 AM,
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Pro Media/UltraSound, the west coast-based A/V integrator, special event and tour sound company, has appointed Greg Horn to the position of Director of Engineering. Horn will be responsible for the engineering projects in the contracting department and developing new installation business in the performing arts, convention center and sports facility market segments. Horn has been involved in the pro-audio industry for over 20 years, and he contributes a unique perspective gained iver a wide array of experiences, including disciplines ranging…
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03/18/09 07:26 AM,
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Eric Winbush built his professional audio and video studio from the ground up. “I’m an expert in hanging sheetrock, electrical wiring and plumbing,” he said. “I can build a house now.” But his real specialty is recognizing and mentoring talent. Dadd’s Production, as the studio is known, is a busy place that works with a stable of in-house talent. Winbush also volunteers his talents to students at the Savannah Arts Academy, who receive hands-on training with professional grade audio-visual equipment.…
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Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Keith Clark
03/17/09 01:59 PM,
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Rational Acoustics LLC has just announced that it has entered a two-stage agreement with EAW for the worldwide distribution rights and purchase of the Smaart brand product line, the professional audio industry’s dominant software platform for sound system measurement and optimization. Rational Acoustics, based in Connecticut, was founded last year by pro audio veterans Jamie Anderson, Karen Anderson, Calvert Dayton and Adam Black to provide training courses, hardware products/packages, and professional consulting for the specialized field of system measurement, analysis,…
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Thursday, March 12, 2009
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03/12/09 08:12 AM,
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The recent NSCA Business and Leadership Conference, sponsored by InfoComm International, concluded with positive discussions on resolutions, ideas and new strategies to handle business management in the current uncertain economy. Commercial electronic systems integrators were encouraged by the strong sense of community during this year’s event. At a time when negative news and concerns surrounding economic stability consume staff at every level from business managers to technicians, conference attendees discovered staffing strategies, financial fixes and creative marketing methods at the…
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03/12/09 06:05 AM,
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Shure Incorporated has appointed Fred Sicko as Sales Manager for the company’s Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Business Unit. In this role, Sicko will be responsible for providing sales, marketing, and market development support for the channel partners in those regions. “Fred brings extensive pro audio industry experience and knowledge to this position, including seven years as Sales Manager at Shure Distribution GmbH,” said Markus Winkler, Managing Director of Shure’s EMEA Business Unit. “With his strong background, Fred will…
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Thursday, March 05, 2009
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03/05/09 07:49 AM,
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NSCA has just posted a wide range of information on its website about all of the association’s events, activities and educational courses at the upcoming InfoComm 2009 in Orlando this June. The direct link on the NSCA website is www.nscaatinfocomm.org. Topping this list: InfoComm attendees can take advantage of nearly 80 NSCA University training courses designed exclusively for industry professionals. The website also provides information on special events and networking opportunities, find out how to increase your company’s presence through…
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Wednesday, March 04, 2009
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03/04/09 04:21 PM,
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Spectr Audio is joining forces with Taycor Financial, a premier equipment leasing and financing company, to offer its customers a comprehensive leasing program. In addition, the company is also offering a free product shipping program. Under the new leasing program, clients and dealers will now be able to take advantage of the Dealer Direct System - a web-based program that makes the application process secure and fast. Clients can apply online, with limited personal information, and received approval for financing…
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