Sound Devices has announced Vojtech Pokorny as its new vice president of sales, moving from his former role of sales manager of Asia-Pacific (APAC) as well as Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) for the company.
Former vice president of sales Kishore Patel will remain as managing director of Sound Devices’ UK distribution and service center and continue to assist the sales team as a technical advisor.
“I am very pleased to welcome Vojtech Pokorny to the role of vice president of sales,” says Matt Anderson, CEO of Sound Devices. “Vojtech has a wealth of experience in channel management, acquired through his previous roles, which will be of great benefit to Sound Devices and to our channel partners around the world. He possesses an incredible mind, deep technical knowledge, great organizational skills, and a wicked sense of humor.
“Additionally, I thank Kish for his time spent as VP of sales for the past two years,” Anderson adds. “He’s done a tremendous job and I look forward to continuing our daily work together. Kish is one of the top technical RF minds in the industry, and he will continue to excel in supporting customers around the world with our wireless products.”
Prior to joining Sound Devices, Vojtech studied Cinematography & Directing at the Berlin Film Academy and actively worked as cinematographer, director and editor for broadcast and cinema between 2001-2013. He then transitioned to sales, first working with Band Pro Munich and then Sound Devices as sales manager for EMEA, left the company for a brief period, and then returned as sales manager of APAC.
“I’m honored to have the opportunity to lead the sales team and continue building on the solid foundation developed over the past years,” says Vojtech. “I look forward to continue working with our partners across the globe and strengthening our position in the media industry in 2022 and beyond.”
