OmniBus Systems has appointed automation specialist Richard Tyrell-Ead as vice president of customer service. His new responsibilities include supporting the growth of OmniBus sales and installations.

"Given the remarkable growth OmniBus has witnessed over the past year, we're very pleased to welcome on board a broadcast professional with high-level experience in international sales of automation solutions," said Mike Oldham, president of OmniBus.

Tyrell-Ead's past experience includes eight years with Harris Corp. as director of its automation division and vice president of operations and engineering. He also has held management and engineering roles with South African broadcasters Electronic Media Network (MNET) and South Africa Broadcasting Corp.

He will be based out of the company's Colorado offices.