CALIFORNIA—CBS Stations has promoted Scott Warren, president and general manager of CBS Bay Area, to regional president and general manager of Northern California, overseeing CBS Bay Area and CBS Sacramento.

In the expanded role, he will continue reporting to Jennifer Mitchell, president of CBS Stations and CBS News and Stations Digital. Deborah Collura, who has been president and general manager of CBS Sacramento since 2022, is leaving the company.

Warren, who has led CBS Bay Area for nearly four years, has helped drive significant innovation and growth, most notably through the CBS Stations industry-leading AR/VR technology initiative. In his expanded role, Warren will maintain leadership of CBS Bay Area while also guiding strategic and operational efforts at CBS Sacramento. His focus will include expanding technological capabilities and fostering greater collaboration across both stations.

“Since joining CBS Bay Area in 2022, Scott has implemented and led groundbreaking AR/VR technology initiatives across all CBS stations,” said Mitchell. “He is a forward-thinking innovator and a transformational leader. He is well positioned to guide our Northern California stations into the future while building upon the strong legacy that Deborah established.”

“I can’t wait to lean into the talented team at CBS Sacramento and help lead our Northern California stations as we continue to build on our community-focused journalism,” added Warren. “I look forward to seeing what we can all create together across Northern California, while building on the innovative ideas and storytelling strategies we already have in place.”

As a veteran multiplatform media executive with more than 25 years of experience in leading broadcast, streaming and digital news, Warren has overseen newsroom operations across several television news stations and has personally earned several Emmy Awards for his work in driving innovation in the media industry and launching impactful news content. Additionally, under his leadership at CBS Bay Area, the station received multiple accolades, including the Northern California Emmy Award for Station of the Year.

WALTHAM, Mass.—Video-over-IP software provider Zixi said Roi Sasson has joined the company as vice president, engineering.

In his new role, Sasson will lead the company’s global engineering organization with a focus on hyperscaling the technology teams, structuring processes and accelerating innovation to meet the market demand for IP video delivery, Zixi said.

“Roi Sasson brings exactly the experience and vision we need to lead Zixi through this next phase of growth,” Zixi CEO Marc Aldrich said. “As demand for IP-based live video delivery surges, his proven ability to build world-class engineering teams and drive technology excellence will enable us to scale rapidly while maintaining the reliability and innovation our customers expect.”

Sasson has more than 20 years of experience in building and scaling distributed engineering organizations focused on real-time vide, cloud platforms and secure networking, Zixi said. He most recently worked at Invisinet, where as VP of software engineering, he led development of zero-trust network security solutions.

Before that, he was Kaltura’s VP of video platform, where he contributed to the launch of large-scale interactive video services. He also spent 13 years in senior leadership roles at Vidyo, including chief technology officer and senior VP of engineering. At Vidyo, he coauthored 10 U.S. patents and scaled the engineering organization from early-stage growth into a global team that has developed widely adopted technology.

“Roi is joining Zixi at a pivotal moment,” Zixi Chief Technology Officer Uri Avni said. “As demand for IP-based media workflows accelerates, his track record of building high-performance engineering teams and bringing breakthrough technology to market will be instrumental in scaling our capabilities globally and delivering new levels of reliability and agility to our customers.”

Said Sasson: “I am thrilled to join Zixi. The company’s technology already powers the most mission-critical live video workflows in the world. I look forward to building on that foundation, scaling our engineering organization and driving the next generation of IP delivery innovation so that our customers can move faster and respond to emerging market opportunities.”

EMERYVILLE, Calif.—Media and entertainment technology and services provider Advanced Systems Group has named Macky Beheshti as director, enterprise storage and systems.

Most recently storage systems specialist, data center group at Lenovo, Beheshti is a 30-year enterprise technology leader with experience on both the manufacturer and channel sides of the business, ASG said. He’ll focus on the key areas of traditional IT facility integration, enterprise software, workflow solutions, managed services and cloud orchestration for as-service delivery models, according to the company.

“I’m eager to apply my experience from the manufacturer's side to the complete solutions approach of ASG,” Beheshti said. “I’ve seen how challenging it can be from the customer’s perspective to weave multiple technologies into a single, efficient workflow. At ASG, we provide solutions that improve a customer’s operational and financial bottom line.”

Beheshti’s hiring is part of ASG’s bid to expand its business beyond its role as a go-to partner for media and entertainment companies, it said. ASG said Beheshti is expected to play a key role in the company’s expansion into enterprise-level support for such new verticals such as corporate, education, government organizations and health care, which need secure and flexible storage and systems integration for mission-critical applications.

“Storage is the crown jewel of any organization,” he said. “It’s where the data lives, and where risks, from ransomware to inefficiencies, can wreak the greatest havoc. I’ve spent my career helping customers understand not only how to protect data, but also how to leverage it to power new business opportunities. At ASG, we’ll bring that mentality to bear across a broader set of industries, showing more customers how they can benefit from innovative solutions applicable to their unique workflows.”

ASG President Dave Van Hoy said the hiring of Beheshti highlights how the company is evolving to meet customer needs.

“Twenty-seven years ago, Macky began the process of nurturing ASG into what is today one of the largest storage vendors in media and entertainment,” he said. “He has a rare blend of technical depth and business acumen. He gets the pain points our customers have—whether it’s protecting valuable data, supporting hybrid workflows, or orchestrating global cloud solutions—and he knows how to put the pieces together in ways that drive business value. His leadership will drive us into new markets and continue to deliver the customer-focused solutions we’re known for.”

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BURBANK, Calif.—Hollywood Professionals Association Executive Director Phil Kubel has stepped down from the organization to pursue new opportunities, the group said.

“We thank him for his many contributions to HPA over the past six years,” HPA said in an email announcement sent by its board of directors.

HPA executives Joyce “JC” Cataldo and Alicia Rock will serve as interim executive directors while fulfilling their current duties, the group said. Cataldo is head of development and strategy, while Rock serves as director of operations and events.

The HPA is a trade organization serving individuals and companies that provide creative and technical expertise, support, tools and infrastructure for professional content creation, distribution and archive, the group said.

“Joyce and Alicia have been integral to HPA’s growth and are deeply committed to our mission,” the HPA board’s email said. “We’re in great hands with them at the helm.”

Kubel joined HPA as director in May of 2019, managing the group’s day-to-day business and supporting strategic planning, membership development and program development. He was promoted to executive director in 2022.

A graduate of the University of Southern California, Kubel worked in a number of production-related positions prior to joining HPA, including as vice president of postproduction for HRTV, a network specializing in horse racing and equestrian content. In 2015, he was named vice president and executive producer for Stromach Digital, where he oversaw the launch of XBTV, a multimedia horse racing product providing insight and analysis to bettors.

HPA said planning continues for its 2026 Tech Retreat, set for Feb. 15-19, 2026. “We’re excited to bring the community together again for a week of bold ideas, meaningful dialogue and powerful connection,” the HPA email said.

GREEN BAY, Wis.—Sinclair said Jay Zollar, vice president and general manager of WLUK-WCWF here, will retire Dec. 31 after 26 years running the stations. Station Manager Todd Ziegler will continue in his current role, assuming responsibility for the stations’ day-to-day operations, Sinclair said, ensuring continuity across news, sales, marketing and community initiatives.

“Jay’s impact on these stations is immeasurable—his stewardship helped establish WLUK and WCWF as trusted, market-leading brands,” Sinclair Chief Operating Officer and President of Local Media Rob Weisbord said. “We are deeply grateful for his decades of service and confident that Todd, with his strong operational expertise and collaborative leadership style, will continue building on that foundation.”

Zollar, a Green Bay native, began his television career as an intern at WFRV Green Bay while earning his bachelor’s degree in speech communications at the University of Minnesota. He later worked in commercial production and sales at WFRV before moving to WISN Milwaukee. Next, he moved to WXGZ (now WACY) Green Bay as the Fox network was launching in 1987. He later served as sales manager at WLUK and station manager at WGBA-TV before returning to WLUK, Green Bay’s current Fox affiliate, and WCWF, presently an affiliate of The CW, 26 years ago to run the stations, Sinclair said.

“It has been an incredible journey for me over the past 27 years,” Zollar said. “I am so thankful for those who have gone before me and have been with me now, who have worked so hard to make WLUK the community connection that it is. Since I began here, the vision was and still is to be the overall favorite station to the people of NE Wisconsin, and I believe that we have achieved that vision. We are here to serve the public interest, and I hope that my involvement here has helped us do exactly that.”

Ziegler is a native of Hortonville, Wis., and a graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh.

Prior to joining WLUK, he spent 10 years as production and creative services director at Sinclair-owned WUCW Minneapolis. He also had a sales leadership post at Green Bay station WIWB (now WCWF) and served as a marketing consultant to WBAY-TV, Green Bay’s ABC affiliate.

He joined WLUK as general sales manager, advanced to director of sales and then to station manager earlier this year. For the past two decades, he has also freelanced with Fox Sports and CBS Sports production crews.

“Jay’s legacy is all about service and connection, and I’m grateful for the path he’s paved,” Ziegler said. “Our goal now is to build on that foundation and continue enriching local lives right here in Northeast Wisconsin.”

WASHINGTON—The National Association of Broadcasters has added a trio of media executives, Veronica Rodriguez, Matt Schnaars and Jeff Warshaw, to its board of directors.

Rodriguez, executive vice president, co-general counsel and corporate secretary at TelevisaUnivision, and Schnaars, president, platform distribution and partnerships for NBCUniversal, will join the NAB’s television board, filling seats previously held by TelevisaUnivision’s Pilar Ramos and NBCUniversal’s Phil Tahtakran.

Warshaw, founder and CEO of Connoisseur Media, will join the radio board as District 24 representative, filling the seat held by Alpha Media President and CEO Bob Proffitt.

As executive VP and co-general counsel, Rodriguez played a key role in the transformative merger of Televisa and Univision Communications and has served on its executive leadership team. Before joining the company, she was a mergers and acquisitions lawyer in private practice in New York, recognized as a top M&A attorney by Legal 500 and LatinVex for multiple consecutive years, NAB said. She also serves in leadership roles at the Cyrus R. Vance Center.

Schnaars leads distribution strategy for NBCUniversal’s linear and streaming service across multiple platforms. Previously, he was president of NBCUniversal Content Distribution, where he was instrumental in shaping the company’s distribution footprint, including the launch of streaming service Peacock. He also worked for The Walt Disney Co. in national accounts for ESPN and Disney networks. Schnaars holds an MBA from New York University’s Stern School of Business, is a trustee of Iona University and serves as an active member and participant in industry organizations that promote professional development, NAB said.

Warshaw founded Connoisseur, one of the largest U.S. radio companies, now operating more than 200 stations covering roughly 20% of the U.S. following its 2025 acquisition of Alpha Media Group. He began his career at the Wharton School of Business, built his first station as a student and has since led two successful broadcast companies, NAB said. He is chair of the Nielsen Audio Advisory Council and outgoing chair of the Radio Advertising Bureau board.

WASHINGTON—Members of the Advanced Television Systems Committee have elected four industry veterans to three-year terms on the organization’s board of directors, starting Jan. 1, 2026.

Javier Ruano, president and general manager of Televes USA, was elected to the board for the first time. Current directors re-elected for a second term are Adam Goldberg, director of technical standards for Sony Electronics; Anne Schelle, managing director, Pearl TV; and John Taylor, senior vice president, LG Electronics USA.

“Our newly elected directors will join a board that guides ATSC in its mission to develop next-generation broadcast standards and foster innovation across the industry,” said ATSC president Madeleine Noland. “This election cycle saw 10 highly qualified candidates run for these important roles. We deeply appreciate their engagement and the record-setting voting participation from our membership.

“This diverse and experienced group of executives will help us continue empowering a new era of broadcasting,” she continued. ”With strong leadership and continued collaboration, ATSC remains firmly committed to driving the future of broadcasting.”

Noland thanked outgoing director Richard Friedel, principal at Broadcast.Advocate, whose term ends Dec. 31. “ATSC extends its deepest gratitude to Richard for his invaluable contributions both as a director and former board chair, and his steadfast support of ATSC’s work, including the international advancement and adoption of ATSC 3.0,” she said.

ATSC board leadership will be named at the beginning of 2026. The new board will include:

• Mark Aitken, senior vice president of advanced technology, Sinclair. 
• Zandra Clarke, broadcast content transmission specialist, Warner Bros. Discovery/SMPTE.
• Lynn Claudy, senior vice president of technology, NAB.
• Dr. Ed Czarnecki, vice president of international and government affairs, Digital Alert Systems.
• Fred Engel, principal, Fred Engel Technology Consulting.
• Adam Goldberg, director, technical standards, Sony Electronics.
• Dr. Paul Hearty, Chief Standards Strategist, Samsung Research America.
• Brian Markwalter, senior vice president, research and standards, Consumer Technology Association.
• Kerry Oslund, vice president of AI strategy, E.W. Scripps.
• Javier Ruano, president and general manager at Televes USA.
• Anne Schelle, managing director of Pearl TV.
• Ling Ling Sun, vice president of technology at Maryland Public Television.
• John Taylor, senior vice president of public affairs and communications at LG Electronics USA.
• Dr. Rikin Thakker, chief technology officer and senior vice president of technology, NCTA–The Internet & Television Association.
• Dr. Yiyan Wu, research professor, Western University/IEEE.

More information is available on the ATSC website.

STOCKHOLM, Sweden—Net Insight CEO Crister Fritzson has informed the company’s board that he will retire from the video transport and media cloud technology provider in 2026.

He’ll remain at the helm of the company until June 1, 2026, or until a replacement CEO is appointed, Net Insight said.

“Net Insight is an outstanding company, and I am proud of the privilege of having led and developed the company for six years together with all our fantastic employees,” Fritzson said. “We have continued to develop innovative solutions, refine our technology and drive development forward. In doing so, we have further strengthened our leading position within media solutions and successfully launched a groundbreaking new product—time synchronization for critical networks.”

Net Insight’s board will immediately begin recruiting a new chief executive, the company said.

“I would like to express my and the Board's great gratitude to Crister for driving the company's journey of change with strong leadership, commitment and broad experience,” Net Insight chair Anna Söderblom said. “Under Crister’s leadership, the company has developed in an impressive way and is today well-positioned with a clear strategy and plan for a continued successful journey.”

Net Insight is a provider of video transport and media cloud technology for content providers such as broadcasters, production companies and service providers, enabling transport and management of live video content over IP networks for a variety of media workflows, including content contribution and distribution. Its products include Nimbra, a media delivery technology.

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SAUGERTIES, N.Y.—Tower Products, a manufacturer and distributor of pro video and audio equipment here, said President and CEO Jim Veltrie will retire from the company effective Dec. 30.

Succeeding Veltrie atop Tower and its two sales divisions, Markertek and TecNec Distributing will be Chief Marketing Officer Gregory DeCelle.

A 38-year veteran, Veltrie was one of the first hires by Tower’s founder, president and CEO and chairman, Mark Braunstein, in 1987. He was elevated to CEO upon Braunstein’s retirement in 2016.

Tower said Veltrie was an integral part of the company’s consistent growth and stability, establishing long-term, positive business partnerships, leading its transition to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, initiating Open Book Management at the company and establishing its executive management team. He also established Core Values and a collaborative culture throughout the organization, Tower said, which proved critical in helping the company navigate the unprecedented challenges posed by COVID-19.

Over Veltrie’s tenure, Tower achieved a significant increase in share value while substantially investing in advanced manufacturing and facility upgrades to support a workforce that grew by 20%, the company said. Veltrie also continued Braunstein’s corporate mission of feeding the hungry by expanding the charitable initiatives of the Markertek Foundation and Markertek Open Charity Golf Tournament, which have donated more than $1 million to the Hudson Valley Food Bank, Tower said.

DeCelle is a 32-year veteran who brings extensive industry knowledge, experience and leadership to his new post, Tower said, and will work with Veltrie to ensure a smooth transition.

In addition to Markertek and TecNec Distributing, Tower is also the parent firm of manufacturing brands Camplex, Sescom, Laird Digital Cinema, Ocean Matrix, Delvcam and My Custom Shop.

ROCHESTER, N.Y.—Sinclair said it has elevated Sean LaRose, director of sales at WUHF and partner station WHAM here, to vice president and general manager, effective Dec. 1.

LaRose succeeds Chuck Samuels, who will retire after nearly two decades at the stations.

“After eight years in sales management roles, I am excited to accept this opportunity to guide our outstanding teams into a new phase of growth and success,” LaRose said. “The local media landscape is constantly evolving, and Sinclair is leading that change by delivering exceptional local content for our viewers while offering businesses the most effective and accountable custom marketing solutions to drive growth.”

As director of sales for the Rochester stations, LaRose oversees sales strategy, leads cross-platform revenue initiatives, develops integrated marketing solutions for local and national advertising and builds high-performing sales teams, Sinclair said. Prior to joining Sinclair in Rochester, he held sales leadership roles at WIVB/WNLO-TV Buffalo, Spectrum Reach and Time Warner Cable Media Sales.

Over his nearly two decades at WUHF and WHAM, Samuels guided the stations through digital transformation, expanded news coverage and deepened community engagement, Sinclair said. Prior to becoming VP and GM in Rochester, Samuels had served as WHAM’s news director for nearly a decade, also served as news director at WKBW Buffalo, N.Y., and served in newsroom leadership roles at KDKA-TV Pittsburgh; WTSP Tampa, Fla.; and WLTV Jacksonville, Fla.

“Chuck has been a steady and trusted leader who helped strengthen our Rochester operations and deepen our connection to the community,” Sinclair Chief Operating Officer and President of Local Media Rob Weisbord said. “We are grateful for his commitment, professionalism and years of service. Sean is a highly respected leader with a strong track record in sales strategy, client partnerships, and team development. We’re confident he will continue to elevate our efforts in Rochester and advance our mission of Enriching Local Lives.”

Added Samuels: “It has truly been a pleasure to live and work in the Rochester community for nearly 30 years. I have been incredibly fortunate to collaborate with so many talented people throughout that time. As I conclude my career, I feel confident knowing that the next generation of talent is here and off and running.”

NEW BERN, N.C.—Wheatstone has named company veteran Darrin Paley vice president of business accounts, effective immediately.

In his new role, Paley will head global business sales for its Wheatstone, Audioarts Engineering and VoxPro product lines, the company said.

“Darrin brings to this new role his deep understanding of the issues facing our industry today and his experience as a trusted partner to our customers and dealers for more than 25 years," Wheatstone president and founder Gary Snow said.

Paley joined Wheatstone in 2001, initially as a senior sales engineer. Prior to that, he spent six years with family businesses Oakwood Broadcast and Ron Paley Broadcast (now GS Technical Broadcast Services), a specialist in broadcast-facility design, project management and installation, particularly for Wheatstone products, the company said.

Paley will be based from Wheatstone’s New Bern factory and can be reached via email at darrinpaley@wheatstone.com or at 252-638-7000, extension 116.

Josh Miely is returning to a more hands-on radio and TV role with the National Association of Broadcasters.

Miely was named NAB’s vice president of technology, programming and education. He transitions out of his NAB Show production team role, as he held the title of vice president of content design and development.

For Miely, it’s a return to his roots. His 18-year tenure at the association includes time as director of radio operations.

In his new role, Miely will support NAB’s work on educational initiatives and projects alongside John Clark and Sam Matheny in NAB’s technology department. Miely told TV Tech sister brand Radio World that he aims to highlight the work its technical department does for the broadcast industry.

Much of Miely’s new focus will be on the NextGen News Technology Lab initiative that NAB announced back in August. But he expects to spend ample time with radio members, as well.

He reminds TV Tech readers that a call for papers remains open until Nov. 14 for the Broadcast Engineering and IT Conference at the spring NAB Show.

Miely worked in the radio industry before coming to NAB, including for two years with the former Maryland-based MTS Broadcasting stations on the Delmarva peninsula.

This article originally appeared on TV Tech sister brand, Radio World.

Wheatstone founder and owner Gary Snow will retire from the company by the end of next year.

Snow, 77, started the manufacturing firm with his wife Kathy in 1974. Its brands include Audioarts, Wheatstone and Voxpro. Since 1998, it has been based in New Bern, N.C.

“Wheatstone’s management team of 50-plus years, including VP of Technology Andy Calvanese, will continue to support the company’s large installed base of customers in the U.S. and around the world,” the company said in a brief statement to Radio World.

Asked if the company has been sold, a spokesperson said it has not. She said Wheatstone is working on a management transition plan but that customers should expect business as usual. She declined further comment.

The company sells products into radio and television, including consoles, AoIP networking, software, audio processing and audio editors.

Wheatstone started as Audioarts Engineering. “A classic garage start–up, Audioarts began with $400 cash in hand, in the attic of the Snow’s small one-bedroom home in rural Bethany, Conn.,” according to a history on the company website.

“At that time they designed and hand-built small mixing boards for live bands, as well as a club mixer … A year later in 1976, a parametric equalizer, a feedback suppressor and an electronic crossover for high-end sound reinforcement systems were added to the product mix.” Its first broadcast audio console was sold to WGBH in Boston in 1984.

This article originally appeared on TV Tech sister brand, Radio World.

BELLEVUE, Wash.—Julie Van Ullen has joined cross-platform TV ad measurement company iSpot as president and chief revenue officer.

Van Ullen, who will report to iSpot founder and CEO Sean Muller, will be responsible for a range of functions critical to organizational growth, the company said, including sales, marketing and customer success; driving media partnerships and business development; and leading client-focused data science teams.

She comes from e-commerce firm Rakuten Rewards, where she was chief revenue officer.

“Julie is a dynamic leader with a proven track record of building high-growth teams and fostering trusted relationships with customers across the media and advertising ecosystem,” Muller said. “She has a clear vision for how iSpot’s measurement and data assets will power performance and efficiency in the next generation of advertising—and the kind of passion and energy required to drive success.”

While at Rakuten Rewards, Van Ullen’s guidance helped drive 135% revenue growth for the loyalty firm, iSpot said. She also played a key role in the successful rollout of new advertising solutions, the integration of advanced measurement and data capabilities and the scaling of strategic platforms with brands, agencies and platforms, the company said.

Prior to Rakuten, she held buy- and sell-side leadership positions at ad-buying platforms FreeWheel and OpenX.

“I’m beyond thrilled to join this talented team and to work with America’s leading brands, publishers and platforms,” Van Ullen said. “iSpot ushered in a new era of speed, transparency and performance for the TV marketplace and is such a critical decisioning flywheel for marketers across the entire advertising journey—from creative to audience measurement to outcomes—as a way to more directly drive ROI. The modern marketer needs actionable clarity of media performance and iSpot is a crucial ‘must have’ in that regard.”

Van Ullen has also been an influential voice in the ad industry, iSpot said, most notably as a member of the Interactive Advertising Bureau’s board of directors, where she played a vital role in shaping the standards for advertising measurement and efficacy.

WUPPERTAL, Germany—Riedel Communications has hired Ulrich Voigt as director, live production solutions, taking over the leadership of its SimplyLive business from Luc Doneux.

Doneux had been CEO of SimplyLive, acquired by Riedel in October of 2022, and will leave the post on Jan. 1, 2026, continuing as a consultant.

Voigt comes from Vizrt, where he was global head of product management and cloud transformation, responsible for the strategic direction of software-based broadcast graphics, automation and live-production solutions. He was also a member of Vizrt’s executive management team.

At Riedel, he’ll be tasked with further integrating the SimplyLive product family into its overall live video strategy and driving additional growth, the company said.

“I’m thrilled to join Riedel and take the SimplyLive business to new heights,” Voigt said. “I see great potential in combining SimplyLive’s innovative solutions for replay, review and integrated production with Riedel's comprehensive live video, audio and intercom ecosystem. My focus will be on delivering innovative, world-class live production and replay solutions, strengthening collaboration across teams and creating seamless experiences for our customers as we expand SimplyLive’s role within Riedel’s live-video offerings.”

Prior to Vizrt, Voigt was head of design at Qvest Media, leading the technical alignment of multisystem solutions for global consulting and system integrations projects, Riedel said. Earlier, he was senior lead IT architect, Media and Entertainment sector, at IBM Global Business Services.

“Ulrich brings extensive experience in live production and cloud business transformation, having led large, multidisciplinary teams and guided product strategy, design and deployment of innovative broadcast and cloud-based solutions,” said Jan Eveleens, CEO, product division at Riedel, to whom Voigt will report. “His background, leadership and strategic vision make him the ideal person to continue SimplyLive’s development and growth and strengthen its role in the Riedel live-video portfolio.”

Based in the Frankfurt area, Voigt holds a degree in engineering from the Darmstadt University of Technology.

ATLANTA—Gray Media has promoted Nick Hasenecz to general manager of WNDU, its NBC affiliate in the South Bend-Elkhart, Ind., market.

A 30-year broadcast veteran, Hascenez had been director of sales and interim general manager of Gray Media’s Cleveland stations, WOIO, WUAB and WTCL. Gray has elevated Chris Conroy to general manager of its Cleveland group.

Hasenecz began his broadcasting career at Telerep before joining WAVY-TV Norfolk, Va., as research director. His analytical expertise and understanding of audience data then led to a transition into sales, Gray said, and he served as both national and local sales manager of WAVY and WVBT.

He joined WCAX-TV Burlington, Vt., as director of sales in 2013. Over his 11 years at the station, he built one of the region’s strongest sales team, Gray said, leading WCAX to all-time highs in market share, local direct business and overall revenue.

He is a graduate of Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communications.

ATLANTA—Gray Media has named Chris Conroy as general manager of its stations in Cleveland, leading WOIO, a CBS affiliate, The CW station WUAB and Telemundo outlet WTCL.

A 40-year media leadership veteran, Conroy had been general manager of Gray-owned KFVS in Cape Girardeau, Mo., since 2018.

While at KFVS, a CBS and The CW affiliate, Conroy was instrumental in ratings growth and in significant year-over-year increases in digital impressions and audience engagement, Gray said. The station won the Edward R. Murrow Regional Award for Overall Excellence in 2020.

Prior to KFVS, Conroy was general manager of Gray-owned KAIT in Jonesboro, Ark., where he successfully launchehed the market’s NBC affiliate and significantly expanded audience reach and market presence, Gray said. He also held significant leadership posts such as director of marketing/regional director of marketing at WMC-TV in Memphis, Tenn., and at stations in Atlanta, New Orleans and Birmingham, Ala.

Gray described Conroy as an accomplished leader recognized for his insight, innovation and results in a fast-changing media landscape. He won Southeast Region Emmy Awards in 2000 and 2001 and has served on multiple industry and community boards, including the Missouri and Arkansas broadcasters associations.

RASTATT, Germany—Broadcast and media workflow technology vendor Lawo has tapped Mike Wright as VP of sales, North America.

A veteran strategic sales leader who has held roles at Appear, EditShare, Tektronix/Telestream and Grass Valley, he’s tasked with spearheading Lawo’s commercial strategy in the region, focusing on expanding its market presence, strengthening its customer awareness and driving brand awareness across key verticals.

“Joining Lawo at such a dynamic time is incredibly exciting,” Wright said. “The company’s innovation and commitment to excellence are unmatched, and I look forward to working with our talented teams and partners to deliver outstanding value to our customers throughout North America.”

Wright’s appointment underscores Lawo’s continued investment in North America and its commitment to customer-centric growth, the company said.

“Mike’s track record speaks for itself,” said Sam Schauland, Lawo executive vice president, North America. “His strategic mindset, deep industry knowledge, and passion for customer success make him the ideal leader to take our North American sales to the next level. We’re thrilled to welcome him to the Lawo family.”

SAN ANTONIO, Texas—QuickLink, a provider of video production and remote guest integration solutions, has tapped Austin Hinton as its new solutions enablement engineer.

The role makes Hinton QuickLink’s go-to technical expert, the company said, supporting customers and partners across North America with deep, hands-on technical insight into its StudioPro and StudioEdge products, as well as the broader QuickLink portfolio.

Hinton joins the company from Vizrt, where he was a customer success manager, following several years working at NewTek. He also worked in broadcast engineering and production on the media side with major organizations such as Fox, Disney/ABC, MLB, NBC Sports and ABC News. At ABC News, he earned two Emmy Awards for his engineering and production work.

“I am thrilled to join QuickLink at such an exciting stage of the company’s growth,” Hinton said. “Having spent my career helping broadcasters and production teams get the most from their technology, I’m eager to bring that same customer-first approach to QuickLink’s innovative solutions.”

QuickLink said Hinton’s combination of hands-on technical experience and passion for enabling creative, reliable workflows make him a natural fit for the company’s expanding global team,

“Austin’s technical expertise and industry experience are exceptional. His deep understanding of live production workflows and customer success will play an integral role in supporting our growing customer base across North America,” QuickLink CEO Richard Rees said. “We’re delighted to welcome him to the QuickLink family.”

Attendees of NAB Show New York, set for Oct. 22-23 at Manhattan’s Javits Center, can meet Hinton and other members of the QuickLink team at the company’s booth (Booth 148).

LOS ANGELES—G Morgan has joined Globecast, a provider of broadcast, media and entertainment managed services, as executive vice president of sales, Globecast Americas.

In his new role, Morgan will be responsible for leading Globecast America’s sales strategy and customer engagement across the region as the company continues its shift from a traditional broadcast services provider to a modern, flexible media solutions partner, the company said. He’ll focus on expanding Globecast’s footprint in cloud-based playout, connectivity and IP distribution services while supporting customers in their own digital evolution, Globecast said.

“The media industry is changing profoundly, both technologically and commercially, across content creation, distribution, and monetization,” Morgan said. “At Globecast, the focus is on enabling customers to adapt and thrive through flexible, cloud-based and hybrid delivery models. This role provides an opportunity to build on the company’s strong heritage while helping shape its next chapter of innovation.”

Morgan brings to Globecast more than two decades of media and entertainment experience, the company said, including in senior roles with leading technology and service providers, where he helped shape the industry’s migration through such major transitions as the shift from analong to digital, the SD-to-HD transition and moves to live, linear streaming and cloud-based media workflows.

He most recently played a key role at Amazon Web Services, where, as part of AWS’s acquisition and integration of Elemental, he contributed to building the company’s media and entertainment vertical, Globecast said.

Morgan will report to Eddie Ferraro, managing director of Globecast Americas.

“G has been at the forefront of nearly every major transformation in our industry over the past 20 years,” Ferraro said. “His deep technical understanding, combined with his leadership and customer-first mindset, makes him the perfect person to help accelerate Globecast’s next phase of growth in the Americas.”

WALTHAM, Mass.—Greg Cox has joined Zixi, a provider of broadcast-quality IP video delivery solutions, as sales director, West Coast.

Cox will be tasked with spearheading Zixi’s sales initiatives across the western United States, with a focus on deepening relationships with broadcasters, sports leagues, streaming platforms and enterprise clients, the company said. He’ll be responsible for expanding Zixi’s footprint among Tier 1 broadcasters and streaming services, accelerating adoption of its cloud-native delivery platform, building strategic partnerships with systems integrators and technology vendors and supporting complex media workflow transformations for enterprise clients, Zixi said.

“Greg’s appointment represents a significant step forward in our North American growth strategy,” Zixi CEO Marc Aldrich said. “His proven ability to translate complex technical capabilities into clear business value aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver innovation, reliability, and scalable media workflows. As we continue building on our innovations and expanding our industry leadership, Greg's expertise will be instrumental in growing our client partnerships and delivering measurable results at scale.”

Most recently vice president, sales and business development at TMT Insights, Cox brings more than 20 years of experience in media and entertainment technology, Zixi said. He has served in leadership roles with major solutions providers and service organizations, successfully leading crossfunctional teams through complex technology transformations, guiding enterprise clients through mission-critical workflow migrations, delivering multimillion-dollar revenue growth in competitive markets and building lasting partnerships that drive long-term business value, according to the company.

“I’m thrilled to join Zixi at such a pivotal moment in the industry's evolution,” Cox said. “The shift toward IP-based video delivery is accelerating, and Zixi’s reputation for pushing boundaries in live video reliability and performance is unmatched. I look forward to partnering with clients and industry leaders to unlock new efficiencies and opportunities that drive real business transformation in media operations.”

STAINES-UPON-THAMES, U.K.—Synamedia today announced Chris Le May and Henry Rivero have joined its Iris ad-tech team.

Le May, who has 25 years of experience in TV and digital media, joins the company as director of advanced advertising. Rivero comes to Synamedia with a broadcaster’s perspective as the former vice president of advanced advertising and innovation at RTL Group. He takes on the role of business development lead for advanced advertising.

Before joining Synamedia, Le May held leadership roles at DataXu and the European Broadcaster Exchange (EBX), a broadcaster-led joint venture. He has worked closely with Sky, BBC, RTL and Channel 4, driving innovation in addressable TV, crossplatform monetization and advanced advertising strategies across Europe, Synamedia said.

In his previous role at RTL Group, Rivero managed technology and product road maps across broadcast, digital and social advertising. He also led the teams responsible for data and programmatic advertising. Rivero has advised several media companies, including Xandr, BBC Studios and Bertelsmann, helping them navigate advanced advertising and digital transformation, the company said.

More information is available on the company’s website.

SOUTHWICK, Mass.—Kokusai Denki Electric America—formerly Hitachi Kokusai Electric— has appointed industry veteran Adam Daniul to its sales team. Reporting to National Sales Manager Kenneth Cyr, Daniul takes on the role of Southeast regional manager effective immediately, initially covering Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.

Daniul was previously with For-A for 12 years, including nearly four years as VP Sales and more than five years serving the Southeast region.

“The HOW [House of Worship] market in particular has always favored very high-quality broadcast equipment, and many worship facilities in the Southeast have affiliations with religious broadcast networks or operate their own broadcast or streaming outlets,” said Daniul. “Kokusai Denki cameras check all the boxes for video production teams supporting broadcast and in-house AV services including quick set-up, user-friendliness, competitive pricing, and pristine image quality.”

Said Cyr: “Adam’s commitment to working with both the channel and end customers sends the message that he pays attention to the specific requirements of every project, each of which has unique needs based on the customer involved. His more than two decades of industry experience, strong relationship skills and technical expertise has helped in building industry relationships and developing a winning formula for increasing brand visibility and market share. We look forward to his contributions.”

PHILADELPHIA—Comcast Corp. today announced that Michael J. Cavanagh has been named co-CEO of the company, effective January 2026. He will serve alongside Brian L. Roberts, who will continue as chairman and co-CEO. Cavanagh will also be named to the Comcast board of directors at that time.

Cavanagh is the first CEO of Comcast who is not a member of the Roberts family, which was founded by Brian Roberts’ father, Ralph J. Roberts, in 1963.

“Since joining Comcast a decade ago, Mike has proven himself to be a trusted and collaborative leader,” said Roberts. “He is the ideal person to help lead Comcast as we manage the pivot we are making to drive growth across the company. Mike and I work seamlessly together, and I am thrilled to be partnering with him as Co-CEO and with the rest of our talented management team, for years to come.”

“Comcast is a special company with exceptional businesses and an incredible team. It is an honor to work with Brian and the entire Comcast NBCUniversal leadership team during this exciting and transformative time in our industry,” said Cavanagh.

Cavanagh joined Comcast in 2015 as chief financial officer and currently serves as president. He previously spent more than two decades in financial services, including as Co-CEO of JPMorgan Chase’s Corporate & Investment Bank, one of the largest global financial institutions. He also served as JPMorgan Chase’s CFO for six years.

CLEVELAND—Audio technology provider Telos Alliance has promoted Jim Armstrong to senior director of sales, U.S. and Canada.

A 20-year Telos veteran, Armstrong had most recently been the company’s director, U.S. sales. His new role expands his responsibilities to servicing customers across North America, focusing on the company’s Telos, Omnia, Axia, 25-Seven and Telos Infinity product families.

“Jim has a long track record of success and has built valuable ongoing relationships with our customers and channel partners over the years,” Telos Alliance Executive Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Strategy Marty Sacks said. “His deep industry knowledge, strong technical skills, and lifelong passion for broadcasting make Jim the perfect choice to lead our efforts across the entirety of the U.S. and Canada.”

Armstrong has worked for several broadcast equipment manufacturers, including Burk Technology, Gentner Communications, Klotz Digital and SAS, prior to joining Telos Alliance in 2006. Before that, he worked at several Boston-area radio stations both on-air and in operations. Armstrong said his deep radio roots were established at a young age.

“Even as a kid, I knew that I wanted to work in broadcasting. Anytime we were in the car, my parents had WBZ on, and the radio was always playing in the kitchen of my Grandfather’s restaurant,” he said. “Listening to WRKO on my first transistor radio, making airchecks on a boombox in the ’80s and taking a field trip to WBCN in Boston sealed the deal, and I still love it as much now as I did back then.”

Armstrong can be reached at Jim.Armstrong@telosalliance.com.

CYPRESS, Calif.—FOR-A America has named Jo Aun as senior manager of product engineering, a new role responsible for guiding the planning, development and rollout of the company’s broadcast and video technology across the U.S.

Aun, who will report to President and Chief Operating Officer Satoshi Kanemura, will serve as a liaison between FOR-A’s U.S. operation and its Tokyo headquarters. He’ll be the liaison between U.S. customers and the company’s Japan-based engineering teams, ensuring customer feedback directly informs product strategy, FOR-A said. He’ll also lead engineering activities, manage system integrations and support the training of U.S.-based staff on FOR-A’s proprietary IP technologies, the company said.

The new role marks a return to FOR-A for Aun, who most recently was a system consultant specializing in IP and cloud solutions at Riedel Communications.

“It feels like I'm coming home again, but home's been thoroughly updated,” Aun said. “I’ve always valued the collaborative way FOR-A operates, and I'm especially excited to work on IP-based platforms like the FOR-A Impulse live production system and Hi-RDS resource sharing software with Bob Peterson and the rest of the team. Working on advanced IP platforms alongside engineers like Bob is a dream job.”

Earlier in his career, Aun was deputy sales engineering manager at FOR-A Corp. in Tokyo, supervising international system integrations including projects for the Miami-based New World Symphony and large-scale U.S. houses of worship, FOR-A said.

In his new role, Aun will oversee FOR-A’s product life cycle from concept and market analysis to rollout and post-sales support, the company said, ensuring the parent firm’s technical vision aligns with global business objectives.

“Jo brings both technical depth and hands-on customer experience that will make an immediate impact,” Kanemura said. “His background in global system integration and familiarity with FOR-A technology mean he understands not just how our products work, but how they must evolve to meet specific customer needs in the U.S. market. Jo's leadership will help us deliver solutions that are practical, forward-looking, and customer-focused.”

His appointment follows that of Satoshi Araki, who joined FOR-A America as product manager, IP. Araki comes from FOR-A Corp.’s Japan headquarters, where he led systems integration of all IP-related products.

Aun will be based in FOR-A’s Cypress, Calif., office and can be reached at jo@for-a.com.

BAYSIDE, Calif.—StreamGuys has promoted a pair of longtime department leaders to executive roles, naming Tim LaBelle as executive vice president, global sales, and Jesse Orr to executive vice president, engineering.

The promotions are effective immediately, with LaBelle reporting to Chief Operating Officer Jonathan Speaker and Orr reporting to President Kiri Delany.

“StreamGuys works for independent media companies around the world, we lead the streaming industry in quality and service, and we do that with our team of expert and friendly streaming staff,” Delany said. “Tim and Jesse are two outstanding stars amongst our team. They are an invaluable resource for our customers and staff alike. Having been in business for 25 years, we are excited to continue our legacy with their executive leadership.”

In his new role, LaBelle will oversee all of StreamGuys’ sales and business development.

“My primary responsibilities are to lead global sales, ensuring media companies can leverage our extensive services and programs,” LaBelle said. “My experience with bringing a technical perspective to sales helps me address emerging customer challenges, diversify our markets, and support our teams to develop business initiatives that generate clients’ revenue. That includes continued development of our monetization and advertising revenue business, and helping our customers be as successful as possible.”

Orr’s core responsibilities include bringing more efficiency both to StreamGuys and its customer organizations, including maintaining networking and infrastructure, global data centers and working to ensure 100% uptime for both customers’ streams and StreamGuys’ suite of services.

“I’ll work with our product development and systems engineering teams to adopt modern practices for software and coding, deploy new AI and automation for service monitoring and more and generally maintain the highest level of network service for StreamGuys and our customers,” Orr said. “I’ll also work closely with product management and analytics to maintain our leadership positions in product and service innovation.”

StreamGuys will be on the floor at IBC2025, Sept. 12-15, at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Center. To schedule an appointment, email tlabelle@streamguys.com.

EMERYVILLE, Calif.—Tom Baldassare has joined Advanced Systems Group, a provider of technology and services to media creators and content owners, as senior account executive.

He’ll be tasked with maintaining and developing relationships with Fortune 100 tech and financial firms on both U.S. coasts, the company said. Baldassare is one of the creators of the Silicon Valley Video Summit, a consistently sold-out event held each January and co-sponsored by ASG.

“Having worked with Tom while founding the SVV, I’ve found he has a highly trusted style and responsible way of doing business that engenders a lot of loyalty,” ASG President Dave Van Hoy said. “Tom combines a thoughtful business approach with in-depth expertise and rock-solid execution. If he says he's going to do something for you, he makes it happen, no matter what. His proactivity and positive energy are really the magic of Tom. People love doing business with him.”

In addition to servicing ASG’s current clients, Baldassare will lead a company initiative to cultivate new technology and finance clients in New York City.

“Tom brings a different set of skills,” Van Hoy added. “He expands our footprint throughout the U.S.—both with existing and new clients. His presence allows us to expand into the tech companies and financial firms in New York while growing our existing business on the West Coast. He’s a great fit for the present and future of ASG.”

Said Baldassare: “I’ve always been impressed with ASG’s approach to client relationships. I’d worked with several ASG staff members for years. I’m thrilled I get to reconnect with them and meet the rest of the company. It’s a place where I will learn and grow while being part of one of the best teams in the business.”

CLEVELAND—Cam Eicher has been promoted to executive vice president of audio production at broadcast audio firm Telos Alliance.

The newly created role calls for Eicher to leverage his more than 35 years of broadcast experience, his deep understanding of customer needs and his strong industry relationships to bring a more unified Telos product portfolio to market more quickly and ensure a cohesive and consistent user experience across products and brand families, the company said.

“The medium we historically refer to as ‘radio’ is so much more than a tuner picking up an over-the-air AM or FM signal,” Eicher said. “Today’s audience chooses the content they want to hear and how they want to hear it, whether that means a radio, their smartphone or their car’s dashboard. Telos Alliance is uniquely positioned to provide content creators with an ecosystem of products that seamlessly work together to meet those needs.”

Telos said Eicher’s advancement reinforces its commitment to evolving alongside the broadcast industry and providing clients with the products and solutions needed to create the best possible content for their audience, no matter where and how they listen.

Executives were unanimous in choosing Eicher for this role, said Telos Alliance CEO Scott Stiefel.

“We knew we needed a leader with the vision, experience, and authority to bring all of the company’s resources together to support this mission,” he said. “Cam’s understanding of our changing industry, his passion for audio technology, and the respect he has earned from our customers, channel partners and his Telos Alliance colleagues is unmatched. We are fortunate that the person best suited to lead us forward is already a valued and respected member of the Telos Alliance family.”

COLUMBIA, Md.— Video infrastructure provider LTN has promoted Bryan McGuirk to chief revenue officer, tasked with driving the company’s global growth and strengthening its leadership in IP-based distribution as the industry shifts away from satellite.

A 30-year veteran of the telecom, satellite and media sectors, McGuirk has held executive roles at such companies as LTN, SES S.A., Globecom, NBCUniversal and Turner Broadcasting System. He is the former chief commercial officer at Stingray Advertising and had been president of media and enterprise services at SES.

“Bryan’s appointment comes at a critical inflection point for our industry,” LTN Executive Chairman and Co-Founder Malik Khan said. “As regulatory changes reshape the future of satellite capacity and content owners seek smarter, more scalable and agile ways to reach audiences, LTN’s purpose-built IP network has become the clear choice for future-focused broadcasters and sports organizations. Bryan’s expertise, strategic insight and deep industry relationships make him an ideal leader to drive our next phase of innovation and expansion.”

McGuirk’s new role comes as North American broadcasters are facing increased urgency to shift away from satellite delivery, LTN said. Federal auctions to repurpose at least 100 Megahertz of upper C-Band satellite spectrum, building on 2021 and 2023 auctions that reallocated 60% of available C-Band spectrum, will place new constraints on satellite-based video distribution, according to the company, which means media companies will need to act quickly to avoid disruptions to their ability to offer live content.

“The broadcasting industry is at a turning point,” McGuirk said. “Regulatory shifts are accelerating the reduction of satellite capacity, and industry players are looking for solutions. LTN has already built the infrastructure, interoperable technology and managed services to help the world’s leading broadcasters and sports leagues succeed in this new era. I’m excited to be fueling LTN’s next phase of growth in this fast-moving, IP-first future.”

McGuirk holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Union College and an MBA from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School, LTN said. He has served on the boards of the Society of Satellite Professionals International, SES Americom and the T. Howard Foundation.

CYPRESS, Calif.—Broadcast and video production technology provider FOR-A America has named Ernie Leon as senior vice president, sales and strategic growth, tasked with oversight of sales strategy, business development and market expansion.

Leon, who had held senior leadership posts at Sony and Amazon Web Services (AWS), brings a mix of broadcast expertise, cloud workflow innovation and customer-focused strategy that should help FOR-A accelerate growth and better serve its core broadcast, corporate and house-of-worship customers, the company said.

He’ll be based in Miami and will report to Satoshi Kanemura, FOR-A America president and chief operating officer.

“I’m looking forward to bringing a new perspective to FOR-A and expanding its market reach bringing vast experiences in cloud development and sales strategy,” Leon said. “We could expand even further into broadcast and into the media and entertainment industry as a whole, particularly within live events, corporate, healthcare, and government A/V,” he explains.

In addition to his corporate roles, Leon has been a consultant to regional events serving the broadcast and so-called big tech industries to discuss the evolving role of video in enterprise media, FOR-A said.

“Media teams are looking for how they can best use technology to expand their messaging,” he said.

Leon’s initial priorities will include expanding FOR-A’s market reach in the corporate communications, government and healthcare sectors while its position in broadcast and house of worship; building stronger partnerships with integrators and resellers, including enhanced training programs and community forums; introducing such innovative solutions as AI-driven video technology and cloud-based production workflows; and establishing FOR-A America as a trusted adviser involved in long-term partnerships, the company said.

“He’s got the perfect mix of industry insight, leadership and customer focus,” Kanemura said of Leon. “His experience and energy are exactly what we need as we sharpen our strategy, expand into new markets, and ensure our customers see us as a trusted partner for their evolving production and workflow needs.”

Leon can be reached at leon@for-a.com.

LONDON—Live broadcast infrastructure solutions provider Techex has added Peter Dawidzik as senior director, sales and business development.

The role calls for Dawidzik to draw from his extensive experience in internet protocol-enabled video to advance the company’s commercial strategy and foster deeper relationships across the media and entertainment sector, Techex said.

The Los Angeles-based Dawidzik brings experience in video-over-IP and cloud technologies through prior leadership roles at Zixi, iStreamPlanet and Kaltura, Techex said. At Kaltura, he helped shape the company’s enterprise sales and media distribution strategies.

Dawidzik’s areas of expertise span negotiation, media workflow, monetization solutions and strategic partnerships, Techex said.

Techex called Dawidzik’s hiring a strategic step towards expanding its U.S. presence while supporting continued growth through partnerships with global broadcasters and technology vendors focused on ST 2110 and cloud-based infrastructures.

Dawizdik will represent Techex at the upcoming IBC (Sept. 12-15 at the RAI Amsterdam Convention Center) and attendees can meet him in Hall 2, Booth C46, the company said.

For more information, visit the Techex website.

SYDNEY, Australia—Audinate Group Limited has appointed TJ Adams to the newly-created position of Chief Platform Officer. Adams is an acknowledged AV industry leader who joins Audinate from QSC, where he was Senior Vice President, Q-SYS Product Strategy and was instrumental in the development of the Q-SYS platform. He previously held engineering, sales and product management roles at Biamp and SITA (formerly Com-Net Software).

In his new role, Adams will lead Audinate’s platform strategy to deliver an interoperable audio, video, control and management platform. Building on an established and strong foundation across the millions of Dante-enabled devices in the field, Adams will lead Audinate’s initiatives to deliver cohesive platform software, products and service offerings for designers, integrators and users of AV systems across a wide spectrum of vertical markets & applications. He will report to Nick Peace, Chief Strategy Officer, and will operate from the United States.

“We’re pleased to welcome TJ Adams to the management team here at Audinate,” Peace said today. “His strong industry experience and technical depth equip him well to lead the platform strategy at Audinate, and I’m confident he will make an immediate and lasting impact on our progress going forward.”

Echoing this sentiment, Adams commented, “With Dante, Audinate has built something unique in the AV industry by enabling interoperability between thousands of products from hundreds of manufacturers. This is a strong foundation to deliver greater platform software, products and service offerings for designers, integrators and users of AV systems, which will transform the delivery and operation of audiovisual systems across a wide spectrum of vertical markets and applications. I look forward to joining the team and to helping us realize the tremendous potential of the Dante ecosystem.”

BALTIMORE—Sinclair has named Billy Robbins vice president of station sales operations, a newly created role for the broadcast group.

Robbins will help lead the day-to-day sales efforts of AMP Sales and Marketing Solutions, the company’s ad-sales unit, across Sinclair’s broadcast stations to drive growth, improve efficiency and streamline operations. He will report to Sinclair senior vice president and chief revenue officer Ryan Moore.

“Billy is a proven leader with a deep understanding of our station operations and a clear track record of delivering results,” Moore said. “His ability to align teams, streamline processes and drive performance will be instrumental as we continue evolving AMP Sales and Marketing Solutions to meet our clients’ needs. I’m confident Billy will help take our sales operations to the next level.”

Robbins most recently served as vice president and general manager of Sinclair’s Baltimore stations, WBFF/WNUV/EBFF. He joined Sinclair in 2003 as general sales manager in Baltimore, before being elevated to station manager and then vice president and general manager in 2021.

“I’m honored to step into this new role and support the incredible work happening across our station sales teams,” Robbins said. “Having spent much of my career at Sinclair, I’m excited to help shape the next phase of growth, collaboration and innovation across our markets.”

Robbins earned a bachelor’s degree in marketing management from Baruch College in New York City.

More information is available on the broadcaster’s website.

LYNDONVILLE, N.Y.—Emergency communications solutions provider Digtal Alert Systems said it has promoted Adam Jones to senior account manager.

In his new role, Jones will be the primary contact for all of the company’s dealers and systems integrators and will manage several key customer accounts, DAS said. Formerly senior sales engineer, Jones will remain based in Daleville, Ind., and continue to report to Vice President of Business Development Bill Robertson.

“When an employee shows a desire for greater involvement, asks for more challenging assignments, and delivers consistently improving results, it’s to everyone’s benefit that this person is moved up the ranks,” Robertson said in a statement. “Adam has consistently grown his skills and knowledge regarding the product and customers during his tenure at Digital Alert Systems and has proven his capabilities in working with challenging assignments. His promotion reflects our commitment to recognizing and advancing talent from within.”

Jones joined the company in 2020 from global test and measurement systems provider Viavi Solutions, where he was Emergency Alert System product-line manager.

Since joining Digital Alert Systems, the company said, Jones has played pivotal roles in assessing customer and internal needs and in troubleshooting complex issues. His customer advocacy has influenced its software and firmware development road map, the company said, particularly through his work evaluating and advocating for nonfeature requests.

“I’m honored to take on this new role and continue growing with Digital Alert Systems,” Jones said. “Over the past few years, I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with our customers and partners, and I’m excited to deepen those relationships while helping to drive even greater value for them. I’m grateful for the trust the company has placed in me and look forward to contributing to our continued success.”

For more on Digital Alert Systems, visit the company’s website.

MADISON, Wis.—Morgan Murphy Media has promoted a trio of executives in a move it said would position the station group for continued growth and innovation across operational, digital and strategic initiatives. Chris Cornelius was promoted to chief operating officer, Colin Benedict advanced to chief innovation officer and Neal Oberg was named chief digital officer.

Cornelius, who joined Morgan Murphy in 2014 as vice president, business development, will be tasked with driving operational excellence, the company said, with specific focus on revenue growth and network and distribution relationships. Prior to Morgan Murphy, Cornelius was president and chief operating officer of Barrington Broadcasting from 2003 to 2013.

Benedict, who has been with Morgan Murphy in news and management roles since 1988, will serve as a cross-functional strategist working to identify, develop and scale forward-thinking ideas and solutions that position the company for future relevance and growth, it said. He had been the group’s vice president of news for the past seven years and will continue to oversee local stations’ news and marketing efforts.

Oberg was promoted from vice president, digital and will continue to lead Morgan Murphy’s digital efforts, driving audience and revenue growth. He has worked for the company since 1997 in various digital roles.

“Chris, Colin and Neal’s promotions recognize their exceptional contributions and position us perfectly for the challenges and opportunities ahead,” Morgan Murphy President and CEO Brian Burns said. “These strategic appointments reflect our commitment to operational excellence, innovation and digital growth as we continue to evolve in the changing media landscape.

“These promotions represent our investment in proven leaders who understand our mission and values,” he continued. “Each brings unique expertise that will help drive our company forward while maintaining our commitment to serving local communities.”

All promotions are effective immediately, the company said.

Morgan Murphy, a family-owned company, operates television and radio stations, a magazine, websites, apps and a digital marketing agency across nine locations.

TOMBOLO, Italy—Broadcast, film and live production RF solutions provider Wisycom SRL has announced a management transition, tapping Davide Morsiani as its new chief executive officer and Gerrit Buhe as chief technology officer.

The company also promoted Markia Stangherlin to chief sales officer. Andrea Bulfon will continue as the company’s chief operating officer.

Wisycom’s founders, Massimo Polo and Enzo Frigo, have stepped down from their respective roles as CEO and CTO. The moves were part of a business development plan that began in 2022, the company said.

“Wisycom has grown tremendously in recent years, emphasizing the need for a more comprehensive business structure to continue to meet the commitments made to the industries we serve,” Morsiani said. “With reliability and sound quality at the core of Wisycom’s products and taking into consideration our rapidly expanding rate of innovation, all forthcoming development will be for the direct benefit of our trusted customers. We thank Massimo and Enzo for their decades of passionate leadership to the brand and look forward to honoring their legacy as we bring Wisycom into the future.”

New CEO Morsiani has been with Wisycom since June of 2023. He brings extensive experience across multiple operational roles to the company, including manufacturing and supply-chain operations, Wisycom said.

CTO Gerrit Buhe brings three decades of RF and wireless technology knowledge to his role, including 20 years of professional audio research and product development, Wisycom said.

Bulfon, who has been CEO since February 2021, brings a background in all of the company’s operational processes, including manufacturing, purchasing, logistics, and quality assurance, Wisycom said. His 35 years of expertise extends beyond pro audio and RF development to printed circuit board production, electronic engineering and medical devices, Wisycom said.

Stangerlin joined Wisycom in January of 2017 and, prior to her promotion to CSO, had been its first global sales manager. Her longstanding relationship with the company’s sales partners and distributors are a key to the brand’s future and will be a major emphasis in the company’s next chapter, Wisycom said.

“The road ahead is promising, and our customers can count on the fact that our commitment to excellence remains unchanged,” Morsiani said.

READING, Pa.—Network technology startup Miri Technologies has added David Cohen as vice president, business development. He’ll be tasked with expanding the company’s network of authorized channel partners to meet worldwide demand for the company’s X510 router and establishing sales channels in vertical markets beyond streaming and broadcasting.

Cohen brings to Miri more than two decades of senior leadership experience at broadcast, entertainment and telecom technology firms, Miri said. He formerly led global marketing for 5G solutions at NEC Corp. Prior to that, he was VP of marketing at Grass Valley following six years with Harris Corp.’s Broadcast Communications division. He has also written for TV Tech.

"I'm joining the passionate innovators at Miri at a time of unprecedented demand for resilient and stable connectivity," Cohen said. "Internet use is essential for almost everything these days, and Miri solutions cost-effectively enable exceptionally reliable, high-performance internet for a wide range of use cases. I'm excited to introduce Miri to more customers in more markets to enable the mission-critical connectivity so many businesses rely upon today."

The X510 dual-cellular bonding router is Miri’s first product and forges multiple wired and wireless links, including Ethernet, Wi-Fi, 4G, 5G and satellite, to increase speed and withstand network disruptions, Miri said. The X510 is powered by channel-bonding technology from partner Connectify and bolsters connectivity for any type of data, supporting such use cases as live broadcast, streaming, trade-show internet connectivity, business continuity and emergency response.

"We're thrilled to add David's extensive experience and valuable insights to our team," Miri Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer Ryan Brenneman said. "He has a proven track record of developing go-to-market strategies that drive growth and helping align product roadmaps with customer needs, all of which will be huge benefits to Miri, our partners and our customers as we expand our global footprint."

For more information, visit Miri’s website.

SAN FRANCISCO and BENGALARU, India—Sangeeta Chakraborty has been named chief revenue officer at Amagi, a cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) technology provider for broadcast and streaming TV.

Chakraborty, who will be based in the San Francisco Bay area, will lead all global go-to-market functions, including sales, customer success, marketing, services and operations, Amagi said.

A veteran with two decades of enterprise software leadership experience, Chakraborty comes from Miro, a visual collaboration platform, where she was chief customer officer from November 2021 to March 2023 and chief revenue officer from March 2023 to December 2024. During her tenure at Miro, the company scaled more than 250,000 customers worldwide and grew its user base to more than 80 million, Amagi said. Miro was No. 11 on the Forbes “Cloud 100” list, valued at some $17.5 billion, according to Amagi.

“Media companies around the world are accelerating their shift to cloud-native, AI-powered infrastructure,” Amagi co-founder and president Srinivasan KA said. “Sangeeta brings the leadership and customer-first mindset that will help us lead the next chapter of our global expansion and market leadership.”

In addition to Miro, Chakraborty also held senior leadership roles at high-growth technology companies Okta, Check, SymphonyAI, Accela and VMWare, according to Amagi.

“Joining Amagi at this juncture is incredibly exciting. The media industry is undergoing a profound transformation, and Amagi stands at the forefront with its cloud technology innovation that is purpose-built for today’s video economy,” Chakraborty said. “From live production to monetization, Amagi is powering critical workflows for the world’s top media brands. I look forward to working with our global teams and customers to unlock new growth opportunities, strengthen our market leadership, and deliver measurable value through innovation, scale and trust.”

A frequent industry speaker and strategist, Chakraborty has an MBA from the Haas School of Business at the University of California–Berkeley and a bachelor’s of technology in computer science from NIT Warangal in India.

LONGMONT, Colo.—DPA Microphones said Chris Kontopanos has joined the microphone solutions provider as its new regional sales manager, Mid-Atlantic.

The 30-year industry veteran will oversee sales of DPA Microphones, Austrian Audio and Wisycom products in Washington, D.C., Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Eastern Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia.

Kontopanos joins DPA from Digital Video Group, where he was senior broadcast account manager. A top-performing, multi-award-winning sales executive, DPA said he brings to the company a history of strong professional audio and AV integration sales results, proactive account management and strategic problem-solving.

“Chris’ vast knowledge of the pro audio market and proven record for pursuing sales opportunities and building solid partnerships will be a great addition to our sales network,” said Chris Spahr, vice president of sales and marketing for Wisycom USA and DPA Microphones, which owns the Austrian Audio brand. “Chris’ experience will further strengthen our position as a renowned leader in the professional audio industry, and we look forward to the contributions he will bring to the brand.”

Prior to DVG, Kontopanos supported pro audio solutions sales at Sennheiser for nearly 18 years and worked for more than five years at guitar retail store Corner Music in Nashville, Tenn. A graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, he has decades of experience in performing, recording and sound engineering, DPA said.

BALTIMORE—Sinclair has named Narinder Sahai its executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective immediately.

Sahai brings more than 20 years of experience in strategic financial leadership at publicly traded and private-equity-backed companies, Sinclair said, most recently as CFO of Arcis Golf, a leisure and hospitality company, where he led financial planning, accounting, tax, treasury and investor relations.

Sahai has a deep level of expertise across the full breadth of finance functions, including capital markets, treasury, controllership, investor relations, mergers and acquisitions and planning and analysis, Sinclair said. He also brings strong technology expertise, including in artificial intelligence and machine learning, from his tenure at Amazon Web Services (AWS) and his undergraduate degree in electronics and electrical communication engineering, the company said.

Prior to Arcis, Sahai was CFO of RumbleOn, a publicly traded technology-driven omnichannel powersports platform, where he built the financial planning and analysis function, launched the internal audit and Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance programs and successfully integrated several acquisitions, Sinclair said.

At Amazon’s AWS, Sahai served as head of worldwide go-to-market finance for compute and AI/machine learning services, providing financial leadership for specialist sales teams across global markets. Before AWS, Sahai was senior vice president, treasurer and investor relations head at Target Hospitality, where he managed all investor relations and capital markets activities for the company’s equity public-market debut and executed comprehensive debt financing transactions, Sinclair said.

“Narinder’s proven track record as CFO of both publicly traded and private-equity-backed companies, combined with his operational discipline and strategic financial leadership, makes him exceptionally well-suited to guide Sinclair through its next phase of growth,” Sinclair President and CEO Chris Ripley said. “He brings a unique perspective having worked in multiple industries, including cloud and AI-focused companies.

“Narinder is a proven C-suite leader with a strong history of executing value-creating strategies, optimizing capital structures and driving margin improvement,” Ripley added. “We’re looking forward to him building on our culture of success, industry leadership, and best-in-class finance team, especially as we advance commercialization strategies around ATSC 3.0 and continue to deliver long-term value for our stakeholders.”

Sahai has a Bachelor of Engineering in electronics and electrical communication engineering from Thapar University in India, where he was valedictorian, and a Master of Business Administration with high distinction from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. Sahai is also a CFA Charterholder.

“I am honored to join Sinclair during such an exciting period of transformation and growth,” Sahai said. “Having worked across diverse industries—from automotive and energy to consumer and technology—I have a deep appreciation for companies that are successfully transforming themselves while maintaining strong operational discipline. Sinclair’s unique position at the intersection of local media, sports, and emerging technology creates tremendous opportunities.

“From the company’s leadership position in local broadcasting, combined with its pioneering work in ATSC 3.0 technology, the strength of Tennis Channel and innovative ventures portfolio, I see significant potential to drive value creation for all stakeholders,” he added. “I look forward to working with Chris, the board and the entire team to execute on Sinclair’s strategic vision while maintaining the strong financial discipline that has positioned the company for success.”

With the appointment, Lucy Rutishauser will step down as CFO, continuing as executive vice president to support the transition. She will remain in that capacity until her planned retirement later this year, at which time she will become senior adviser.

The Broadcasters Foundation of America has named Ray Hopkins, president of U.S. distribution at Paramount Global, to its board of directors.

A 30-year industry veteran, Hopkins oversees Paramount’s domestic content distribution strategy, partnerships and agreements with multichannel video programming distributors and digital platforms for brands including CBS, BET, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount+ and Pluto TV.

“I am honored to join the Board of the Broadcasters Foundation of America, an organization that provides vital assistance to professionals in our industry facing critical need,” Hopkins said. As a long-time supporter, I look forward to deepening my commitment and helping expand awareness and contributions to the Foundation’s essential mission.”

Prior to Paramount, Hopkins was chief operating officer of YES Network from 2005 to 2013, responsible for day-to-day operations of the New York Yankees-owned regional sports network, including all distribution deals. He was executive vice president, affiliate sales and marketing at Gemstar-TV Guide International from 2002 to 2004.

In addition to the Broadcasters Foundation, Hopkins serves on the board of the T. Howard Foundation, a media diversity organization, and is a member of the B+C Hall of Fame.

“Ray is a leader in broadcasting, and we are grateful that he is donating his time and energy to our charitable mission,” Scott Herman, chair of the Broadcasters Foundation, said. “Ray’s addition to our Board of Directors will inspire fresh ideas on how to effectively reach broadcasters across America with our message of hope.”

The Broadcasters Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life for men and women in TV and radio broadcasting who find themselves in acute need, the organization said. The 501(c)3 charity group reaches out across the U.S. to identify and provide an anonymous safety net to broadcasters in cases of critical illness, accident or other serious misfortune.

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PLYMOUTH, Wis.— Dan Whealy has acquired Heartland Video Systems and will be its new owner and president, the systems integrator said.

Dennis Klas, former president and owner, will stay on through mid-2026 to support Whealy and ensure a smooth and seamless handover, the company said.

"It is an incredible honor to lead Heartland Video Systems into its next chapter,” Whealy said in a statement. “As a long-time former customer and current employee, I developed a deep respect for the legacy built by Dennis and the HVS team—one rooted not only in visionary leadership and integrity, but in a culture of outstanding ethics, transparency, trust, dedication, and service. That culture is what has made HVS so special to its employees, customers, and partners over the past three decades—something that is very near and dear to my heart to preserve going forward.”

The company, a premier video systems integrator, consulting firm, and manufacturer of the Videstra Micro-Local IP camera management solution, stressed that all key staff members, corporate structure, and customer-focused sales and support will remain in place.

Whealy brings 21 years of experience in the broadcast industry, with a well-rounded background in both radio and television and a deep understanding of all facets of broadcast technology to his new role. His career has spanned roles from hands-on engineering to executive leadership, including time at Quincy Media and, more recently as chief technology officer at Allen Media Broadcasting (AMB).

At AMB, Whealy led the company’s technological strategy and innovation across a nationwide group of network affiliates. Under his leadership, the organization achieved significant operational and infrastructure improvements, realizing multimillion-dollar annual savings through strategic capital initiatives. He brings extensive expertise in ATSC 3.0, studio technology, and cutting-edge aerial-based newsgathering solutions for local news coverage.

"To all of you—thank you for the relationships, hard work, and shared purpose that have fueled our success,“ Whealy said. “I want to reassure everyone that there will be continuity across the board during and after this transition process—HVS will continue to operate with the same team, the same mission, and the same focus on excellence that you’ve come to expect and know.

"As we move forward, HVS will remain a 100% family-owned company—retaining the agility, flexibility, and responsiveness that have always allowed us to quickly adapt to the needs of our customers and partners," Whealy continued. "I am deeply committed to preserving the values and culture that define HVS, while embracing new opportunities to grow, innovate, and serve with excellence. Together, we will build on our legacy and shape an even stronger, more resilient future for the next generation of HVS—and for everyone we cherish, value, and proudly serve in our business.”

“I am deeply appreciative of the personal and professional relationships I have formed throughout my journey in television," added Dennis Klas, former owner of HVS and strategic transition manager. "As this journey is now 40 years along, it is time to pass things on to the next generation. As a former customer and current employee, Dan fully understands and embraces our values and relationships. It has been a primary goal for me to assure that the values and ethics that have built HVS are continued after my ownership. I trust that Dan is understanding and well-positioned to succeed for our employees and customers.”

“This is an exciting new chapter for HVS,“ General Manager Linda Haney said. “Dan and I will work closely together to ensure this transition is as smooth as possible for both our employees and our customers, while preserving the values and culture that define HVS.”

HVS has been a supplier of communications equipment, professional installation services and ongoing technical support for more than 20 years. It is a member of the Society of Broadcast Engineers, the winner of a 2010 Engineering Excellence Award and a voting member of the Advanced Television Systems Committee (ATSC).

In 2024, HVS acquired Videstra, a micro-local IP camera management system for broadcast production workflow and web content publishing, including new revenue opportunities through camera sponsorships.

More information is available at www.hvs-inc.com.

WEITERSTADT, Germany—LYNX Technik, a provider of modular signal processing solutions, has announced that founder and longtime CEO Winfried Deckelmann is stepping down and that Markus Motzko has taken over as the new CEO, effective July 1. In addition, Vincent Noyer has been appointed chief technology officer and will form a new leadership team.

Deckelmann will transition from daily operations and continue to support the company as a member of the supervisory board, where he will serve as chairman.

“Markus and Vincent represent the perfect balance of operational excellence and visionary thinking,” Deckelmann said. “They have both demonstrated a deep understanding of our technology and our customers’ needs. I have full confidence in their ability to guide LYNX Technik into its next chapter while honoring the principles that have shaped our company since the beginning.”

Motzko brings extensive experience in production processes, manufacturing optimization and technical leadership, according to the company. Since joining LYNX Technik, he has led production and administration, focusing on operational efficiency and long-term growth. Before joining the company, Markus held roles in the industrial and medical semiconductor sectors, managing product development, supply chain operations and customer engagement.

“I’m honored to help lead LYNX Technik through its next phase,” Motzko said. “The company has a strong reputation for engineering excellence and customer-focused innovation. I look forward to building on that legacy with Vincent and our talented global team.”

Vincent Noyer, previously director of product marketing, assumes the CTO role with over two decades of experience in the broadcast and live sports industries. Before LYNX Technik, Vincent held senior positions at Ross Video, where he helped drive the success of the PIERO Sports Graphics solution.

“LYNX Technik has always been about delivering smart, dependable tools that broadcast, and AV professionals can rely on,” Noyer said. “As CTO, my focus is on continuing that tradition, developing technology that addresses real-world challenges and evolves with our customers’ needs. We will keep refining our solutions to make them even more efficient and aligned with the way people actually work with content.”

RALEIGH, N.C.—Capitol Broadcasting Co. has named Heather Gray vice president and general manager of WRAL-TV and WRAZ-TV here.

The move brings Capitol-owned NBC affiliate WRAL, Fox station WRAZ and the stations’ new media and digital solutions departments under a unified leadership structure for the first time, Capitol Broadcasting said.

Gray will oversee the Raleigh stations’ cross-platform strategy and operations, Capitol said.

Gray has worked for Capitol since 2017, rising through the ranks from creative services director to brand director to station manager to, most recently, interim GM. She’ll be the first woman to serve as WRAL VP and general manager in the station’s history.

“Heather’s leadership is rooted in vision, authenticity, and deep commitment to our mission and people,” Capitol Broadcasting President and CEO Jimmy Goodmon said.

Gray brings more than two decades of local media expertise to her new role. Before joining Capitol, she led marketing and programming at Tegna-owned NBC station KPNX Phoenix, where she launched the station’s digital brand and built one of that market’s first integrated social-media teams, Capitol said.

Gray serves on the boards of United Arts Wake County and the Local Media Association and is a past chair of the NBC Station Marketing Council.

MELVILLE, N.Y.—Digital broadcast titling and graphics systems provider Chyron has added David Silverstein as U.S. sales executive.

A multi-Emmy Award winning media professional, Silverstein most recently was national sales director for the Associated Press. His background includes work as a producer, executive producer and news director at several major-market television stations.

"I am excited about sharing Chyron innovations with the industry, and look forward to leveraging my hands-on industry experience to build relationships that are truly collaborative,” Silverstein said. “The Chyron news ecosystem, with CAMIO as its backbone, integrating everything from graphics to virtual sets, to video walls and even weather segments to the newsroom rundown, is very robust and efficient, and I am very familiar with it. The company’s strong partnerships with third-party vendors, resellers and clients is a great building block.”

Silverstein will focus on strengthening Chyron’s relationships with station groups, universities and others, the company said. His client roster will include legacy customers, new major broadcaster clients and emerging broadcasters, Chyron said,

"We are delighted to welcome David to our team," Chyron Senior Vice President of Sales, Americas Steve Papadakis said. "His background encompasses a lot of time in the newsroom and the control room. He knows the challenges. But he also has proven executive sales experience built on his ability to think strategically and help customers move forward. I am confident that he will be a benefit to Chyron, to his colleagues and to our customers."

CINCINNATI—Ben Marth has joined GatesAir as regional sales manager, Northwest USA/Western Canada, responsible for maintaining regional sales management relationships and supporting product sales across TV and radio.

He’ll also represent the company at key industry trade shows and Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE) meetings, GatesAir said.

Marth comes from Broadcast Electronics, where he was a sales manager overseeing sales and client relationships across the Western U.S. and all of Canada. He managed a product portfolio that included transmitters, automation equipment and RDS software, supported operations and presented at industry events.

The industry veteran of two decades has also been regional manager at Digital Scoreboards, where he led sales and targeted marketing efforts with community organizations across the Midwest, GatesAir said.

“Ben’s deep broadcast expertise and track record of strategic sales leadership make him a strong fit for this role,” GatesAir Vice President of Global Sales Mark Goins said. “His understanding of the regional market, coupled with his dedication to long-term client relationships, aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver competitive services and solutions for our TV and radio broadcast customers across North America.”

Marth’s appointment follows the company’s March introduction of a cost-efficient, ATSC 3.0-ready platform designed to power low-power UHF transmitters, including its award-winning PMTX-1 outdoor systems, the company said. Based on next-generation FPGA architecture, this platform increases processing power while providing a field-upgradable path from ATSC 1.0 to 3.0, making NextGen TV deployment more accessible to broadcasters in markets of all sizes, according to GatesAir.

“My No. 1 goal is to continue the strong global tradition of GatesAir as the premier television and radio transmission provider and support them in their distinguished universal presence,” Marth said. “GatesAir takes care of its clients in a unique and admirable way, and it’s my mission to carry on that customer-driven culture.”

STAMFORD, Conn.—Charter Communications’ Spectrum brand has promoted Adam Taylor to senior vice president, customer premise equipment engineering and operations.

In this role, Taylor will lead the company’s customer premises equipment (CPE) engineering and operations that are responsible for the design, development, deployment, and operational performance of CPE platforms across Spectrum’s portfolio of broadband and WiFi products.

He will also oversee engineering, product integration, operations, and lifecycle management to deliver a high-quality, reliable, secure, and seamless experience to Spectrum customers. He will continue to be based in Greenwood Village, Colorado.

"Adam’s leadership has been critical to developing and delivering reliable, high-quality video solutions,” said Magesh Srinivasan, executive vice president, network technology services, to whom he will report. “His deep experience in software development, intense focus on quality, and operational discipline make him well-suited to transform our connectivity services to meet the demands of an increasingly digital, mobile, and data-driven economy.”

In his previous role at Spectrum as group vice president, software engineering and architecture, Taylor led Spectrum’s video software and architecture teams, where he was responsible for delivering cross-platform innovations and maintaining quality and performance across all video services, including the Spectrum TV App.

Taylor brings more than two decades of experience in the telecommunications and broadcast technology industry, with expertise spanning the entire engineering stack from low-level silicon design to large-scale software architecture and operations leadership. Since joining Charter as a senior software engineer in 2015, he has held a series of increasingly responsible roles and has been pivotal in evolving Spectrum’s video experiences across millions of devices and customers, the company reported.

Prior to Spectrum, Taylor held senior engineering positions at MaxLinear and its acquired companies from 2007-2015, where he developed embedded software solutions for top-tier U.S. cable and satellite providers. Earlier in his career, he worked as a VLSI engineer at Digeo Interactive for seven years, contributing to critical system-on-a-chip (SoC) designs.

Taylor holds a Bachelor of Science in electrical and computer engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder.

PARIS—Media technology provider Dalet has added Tamara Saunders, a 30-year veteran of enterprise technology and financial strategy, as its chief financial officer.

Saunders will lead Dalet’s global financial operations with responsibilities in such critical areas as financial planning, risk management and organizational development, the company said. She’ll also serve as a liaison with the company’s board.

“In today’s fast-evolving industry, financial leadership is not just about numbers, it’s about creating frameworks that enable agility and innovation,” Saunders said in a statement. “I am excited to join Dalet at such a pivotal time in its growth. The opportunity to collaborate across disciplines as we drive value for our customers and continue building a strong foundation for the future is deeply inspiring.”

Saunders’ career experience includes leadership roles in global technology companies, Dalet said, with extensive experience guiding financial strategies in high-growth, international environments. Her ability to build cohesive, results-driven teams and align operations with corporate goals has earned her a reputation as a forward-looking, strategic leader, according to the company.

“Tamara brings a wealth of financial expertise, operational insight and a proven record in driving transformation across complex organizations,” Dalet CEO Santiago Solanas said. “She embodies the modern CFO, playing a pivotal role in shaping strategy, fostering collaboration and creating sustainable value for all stakeholders. We are thrilled to have her join Dalet’s executive team as we continue our focus on innovation, customer success and operational excellence.”

Her appointment reinforces Dalet's commitment to assembling a leadership team equipped to navigate the evolving media technology landscape and capitalize on emerging opportunities, the company said.

WORCESTER, U.K.—The International Trade Association for Broadcast and Media Technology (IABM) has named a new global head of member engagement and bolstered its regional member engagement team with a pair of new hires.

Ana-Claire Bernardes has been promoted to the new role of global head, member engagement, tasked with strengthening global relationships, growing the global community and fulfilling the needs of members and the wider industry. Bernardes joined IABM as an analyst nearly three years ago and advanced to lead its Global Engaged Partner Programme (GEP).

Michelle Kelly, former senior vice president of NAB Show at the National Association of Broadcasters, joins IABM as head of member engagement & growth for North America. Sushant Rai, an industry veteran, joins in the same role for the Asia-Pacific region.

Kelly and Rai will report to Bernardes.

“In these rapidly changing times for our industry, we need all the support, information and understanding we can get,” Josh Arensberg, chair of the IABM board, said. “As an association, we are taking great steps to drive engagement, putting value creation for our members at the heart of everything we do. Ana-Claire, Michelle and Sushant are very experienced leaders, and I am delighted they will be joining us to ensure every member—and potential member—gets the most out of our community.”

In addition to raising the association’s visibility and ensuring the voices of members are heard, Bernardes, Kelly and Rai will be responsible for collaborating closely with regional IABM Councils in their territories.

Said IABM CEO Saleha Williams, “I joined the association at the beginning of the year, under a mandate from the board and membership, to revitalise and modernise, to build connections, to share knowledge and above all to ensure that the voice of the members is clearly heard.

“Part of my strategy was to ensure that we have the best possible reach around the world,” she continued. “Having great people who can engage with the industry on its own terms, and in its own territory, as well as working closely with our IABM Regional Councils, is a vital part of that and I am delighted to promote Ana-Claire and welcome Michelle and Sushant into Ana-Claire’s team. Together, we will continue to innovate in our support for our members, delivering real impact and helping them succeed in their own businesses.”