What Electrical Estimators Want, Part 1: The Bid By Jimi Gonzalez The art of submitting bids to an electrical contractor has always been a struggle for AV contractors. Working alongside electrical estimators, I've learned the bid phase is all about the price. Read full story »
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Meet Tory Holmwood, The Connector By Kirsten Nelson Tory Holmwood has been focused on client experience since before it was cool. She sits on the advisory board for a non-profit, and last year she traveled to Uganda to help launch Deahla, a start-up that produces short, sharable videos to help promote charitable giving for nonprofit causes. Read full story »
Meet Gregory Rushton, The Natural By Kirsten Nelson When a major electrical engineering firm decided to expand into AV consulting, they hired Gregory Rushton to launch the division. He was 21 at the time, and nearly seven years later it's apparent he was the right choice. Read full story »
PRG Names Paridaen President and COO Production Resource Group has promoted Stephan Paridaen to president and chief operating officer. Paridaen served as PRG's CEO for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa since 2009. Read full story »
Anixter International Acquires Tri-Ed Anixter International has acquired Tri-Ed, a leading independent distributor of security and low-voltage technology products from Audax Group for a purchase price of $420 million. Read full story »
Three UK Console Companies Form Super Group Three British console companies have combined to create a new professional audio group: DiGiCo, Allen & Heath, and Calrec. Each company will retain their unique skills, customer relationships, and the identities of their brand. Read full story »