Perry Swain is Genelec’s Regional BDM Genelec has appointed Perry Swain as Regional Business Development Manager, focusing on the UK market alongside Genelec colleague Andy Bensley. Located
Hitachi Leadership Appointments Hitachi Americas has unveiled key leadership appointments, to strengthen regional strategies in the Americas and beyond. Yasuhiro “Charlie” Takeuchi has been named Vice President and Executive Officer of Hitachi Ltd., and President & CEO of
in the London area, Swain will mirror Bensley’s role in supporting Genelec’s local distribution partners and bringing the company even closer to its major UK customers. With Bensley located in the north of England, Swain’s appointment in the south significantly strengthens Genelec’s presence across the entirety of the UK. A keen musician and producer, Swain has gained many years of experience in pro audio, AV and MI, occupying sales, procurement, and brand management roles in retail, distribution, and manufacturing. Most recently, Swain has been UK Territory Manager for Bose Professional, however he has a deep knowledge of Genelec technology through his previous position as Genelec Brand Manager at Source Distribution – Genelec’s pro audio distribution partner in the UK. “The UK continues to be a hugely important international market for Genelec, and Perry’s appointment will bring even more firepower to our team there,” states Michael Bohlin, Genelec’s International Sales Manager. “Whether it’s through sales and marketing support, training and education, or on-site system calibration, Perry’s experience with our company, our loudspeaker solutions, and the UK sales channel, will enable him to really hit the ground running – and we’re delighted to welcome him aboard.” genelec.com Perry Swain
Hitachi Americas. Shashank Samant, Executive Chairman of Hitachi Americas will add Head of Regional Strategies, Americas & EMEA, and Chairman of the Board of Hitachi Europe to his current responsibilities. Mr. Yasuhiro
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“Charlie” Takeuchi previously held the helm at Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co. Takeuchi has an extensive background in industrial systems, global strategy, and market expansion. “I am very honored to take on this new role during this exciting and pivotal time in Hitachi’s growth journey,” said Charlie Takeuchi, President and CEO of Hitachi Americas. “By combining IT, Operational Technology (OT), and our innovative products, our focus remains on delivering smarter, more sustainable, and impactful solutions. This not only creates significant value for our clients but also presents tremendous opportunities to grow our business and make meaningful contributions to society.” Mr. Shashank Samant’s expanded scope reflects a strategic focus on enhancing global alignment and bolstering Hitachi’s programs and reach in critical growth markets. “Our aim is to build on Hitachi’s legacy of leveraging global expertise to deliver solutions that truly transform businesses and communities,” said Samant.
EiKO appoints new CEO
EiKO Global, LLC, a leading manufacturer of lighting solutions, with a portfolio including OSRAM and Acuity brands, has announced the promotion of Yavor Kolarov to Chief Executive Officer. Gary Withers will continue to serve as Chairman. Since joining EiKO in 2024 and serving as President and Chief Revenue Officer, Yavor has made a transformative impact, by realigning product portfolio and implementing strategic planning processes, differentiating EiKO in a competitive market and serving customer’s evolving needs. These efforts are already contributing to increased momentum in EiKO.
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