The latest movers and shakers

Visualization signs an exclusive UK distribution deal with VUE2.

Neutrik UK has appointed Karl Cowing as its new Sales Manager. Cowing said: “I am excited to be joining the company and look forward to working closely with our customers to understand the true value of our products to them, in helping to drive innovation of future developments, in shaping growth in core markets and design into emerging growth markets.”

Neutrik UK Managing Director Mark Perrins stated: “Bringing Karl on board, with his exceptional breadth of experience in advanced engineering connectivity applications and solutions, will help position us to exploit these opportunities and provide our wider customer base with exciting new product innovations and solutions for all manner of application requirements.”

Prase has teamed up with Powersoft to provide integrated installation solutions for system integrators, AV designers and consultants. “The Prase brothers have known the Lastrucci family from the very beginning,” said Prase Sales Director, Alberto Prase. “It’s a great pleasure for us that the time has arrived for a business collaboration.”

Prase Managing Director, Ennio Prase added: “It’s clear to us that this pandemic has made almost every sector realise the crucial role technology plays in day-to-day life, counting on an updated and reliable AV solution can make a big difference in every business.”

Powersoft Sales Distribution Manager, Fabrizio Romano Bolzoni commented: “The time has finally arrived to materialise that into a solid partnership for the development and success within the Italian professional installation market. With Prase’s best in class reputation throughout the installation sector and in the live world, we are delighted to be entering a partnership with them.”

PUSH LIVE has hired Simon Hosken as Chief Financial and Operating Officer. “The pandemic has merely highlighted the power of livestreaming, but we have only touched the surface. PUSH LIVE is on the cusp of something amazing and I am thrilled to be joining at such a crucial time and to be part of the company’s development,” said Hosken.

PUSH LIVE’s Phil Tucker added: “PUSH LIVE is rapidly transitioning into its next stages of development and growth, and we are constantly improving and enhancing the platform to take the organisation to the next level. We are delighted to have a leading figure from the music and gaming

PUSH LIVE Chief Financial and Operating Officer, Simon Hosken.

industry join at this transformative time and for the company and our customers to benefit from his unparalleled experience.”

Solotech has acquired Canadian esports entertainment company, Waveform Entertainment.

Solotech President and CEO, Martin Tremblay commented: “Customer demand for cutting-edge digital services continues to grow and the gaming industry is blooming more than ever. This acquisition enables us to roll out numerous live events, esports and virtual production broadcasts, including augmented and virtual reality.”

Waveform Entertainment President, Tamir Kastiel added: “We pride ourselves on our strong reputation and proven experience in esports and broadcasting on both local and international stages. We will continue to grow into a company with a solid global impact and presence within the next few years by leveraging Solotech’s presence and resources in the USA and UK. We are embarking on a highly rewarding experience with Solotech.”

Visualization is set to distribute the VUE2 product line for the first time in the UK. On the signing of the agreement, Visualization Managing Director, Nick Pidgeon, commented: “The VUE2 product line fills a gap vacated by a number of manufacturers. With a range of resolution and brightness at extremely competitive price points – and backed up with a reassuring seven-year warranty – we believe the VUE2 product range will be very well received in the UK.” VUE2 Product Manager, Mohammed Sajjad added: “The UK market – via Visualization – offers us a tremendous opportunity to grow the VUE2 brand. We are very excited by what Visualization can offer in both distribution and the support of the product line.”

XLR has been named as the exclusive distributor of APEX products for the Benelux region.

XLR General Manager, Louis Lukusa commented: “APEX is an excellent fit with the portfolio of leading brands that we represent. The new CloudPower range has sparked particular interest among our clients and we already see a number of opportunities to specify it for high-profile projects.”

APEX Managing Director, Paul Van Hees said: “We look forward to a great working relationship with the XLR team, and we’re delighted that our customers will enjoy the very best pre-sales and after-sales support.” TPi www.tpimagazine.com/category/industry-jobs