Archive for the 'Scuttlebut' Category

Northamber Distribution Agreement w/ @EkkoSenseUK

Tuesday, November 5th, 2024

Andrew Neale

Northamber, a leading UK value-added distributor, has announced a new distribution agreement with EkkoSense, a global leader in #AI-powered data centre optimisation solutions. The release states that the partnership will enable Northamber to offer EkkoSense’s innovative software to its resellers, expanding its portfolio of cutting-edge IT infrastructure solutions. Alex Phillips, Executive Chairman of Northamber, told […]

New @CrimsonAV Web Site

Tuesday, November 5th, 2024

Andrew Neale

CrimsonAV has launched a reimagined website to provide an enhanced online experience for AV integrators and customers alike. Designed with a sharp focus on ease of navigation, functionality, and comprehensive resources, this new digital platform is a powerful tool for ProAV professionals. From enriched features to improved product discovery and selection tools, the updated platform […]

Kristie Painting Joins Cineplex Digital Media

Friday, November 1st, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

Cineplex Media, Canada’s leading provider of cinema and shopping mall advertising solutions, has announced the appointment of Kristie Painting as Executive Vice President and Managing Director. “A respected industry leader, Painting brings extensive media and advertising expertise to Cineplex Media. Most recently serving as Country Manager for Pinterest Canada, she previously held the position of […]

Arthur Brockhoff Joins @Plexus_AV

Friday, November 1st, 2024

Andrew Neale

Arthur Brockhoff has joined PlexusAV as their new Sales Manager for EMEA. He will be focusing on the UK, Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands.

Publicis Fires Staff in #WFH Disagreement

Thursday, October 31st, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

Publicis Media in the US, has reportedly laid off staff numbering “in the high double digits but less than 100” in a crackdown on working from home. The disagreement is due to staffers ignoring its return-to-office policy, according to a source familiar with the matter. “We have been clear and consistent about our policy that […]

Appy-polly-loggies It’s A Clockwork DailyDOOH

Thursday, October 31st, 2024

Reggie DeLarge

… Being the adventures of a young man … who couldn’t resist pretty girls … or a bit of the old ultra-gossip … went to jail for libel, was re-conditioned … and came out a different young man … or was he? … There was me, that is Reggie, and my three droogs, that is […]

The @LEGO_Group Battersea Power Station Projection

Monday, October 28th, 2024

Andrew Neale

In a spectacular fusion of creativity and technology, the LEGO Group this past weekend unveiled an awe-inspiring projection at Battersea Power Station as part of its ‘Play is Your Superpower’ campaign. The iconic London landmark has been transformed into a ‘Factory of Creativity’, with an animated artwork bringing the building’s facade to life. The display […]

Led by Alphabet @Waymo Raises USD 5.6 billion

Monday, October 28th, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

Last week Waymo LLC, formerly known as the Google Self-Driving Car Project, closed an oversubscribed investment round of USD 5.6 billion, led by Alphabet. There was also continued participation from Andreessen Horowitz, Fidelity, Perry Creek, Silver Lake, Tiger Global, and T. Rowe Price. “Customers love Waymo. The company has built the safest product in the […]

Three New Hires At @onemediaUK

Friday, October 25th, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

onemedia has recruited India Stone as accounts manager, Terry Lin as product manager, and Raisa Muraru in sales. India joins as account manager, working closely with Smart Technologies following a distribution deal signed with onemedia. She is new to the AV industry, and is joined by Terry Lin as product manager. Terry joins onemedia with […]

Frank Padikkala Joins Zoom

Friday, October 25th, 2024

Andrew Neale

Frank Padikkala, CTS-D, CEH, CHFI has joined Zoom as Senior Technical Sales Architect.