Linear Acoustic Bolsters Sales, Engineering Teams

Linear Acoustic has announced six new additions to its TV broadcast team.

“The year started with us receiving a technical Emmy award. Last year the CALM Act was signed into law,” says Linear Acoustic VP of Global Sales Christina Carroll. “TV broadcasters are recognizing the importance of audio quality control. We’re pleased to have found experienced pros to help us ensure the quality and integrity our customers expect from us.”

George Elsaesser is now Corporate Sales Manager. Elsaesser oversees sales planning, management, and contract development. He has over 40 years of experience in broadcast industry sales and business consulting.

Paul Insco is now in charge of Sales Development, U.S. Eastern Region. Insco has over 20 years of experience in broadcast electronics and held sales manager positions for Clarity Visual Systems and Sony Electronics.

Anthony Wilkins has been named Director of Business Development, EMEAR. Wilkins is taking on business development throughout Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Russia. With over 25 years in the A/V industry, he is a former European director of marketing for DTS.

Guy Hufferd is now Director of Marketing. Guy creates and directs strategic marketing campaigns for Linear Acoustic. With 30 years in advertising as a copywriter/creative director, he has overseen marketing communications for several consumer electronics brands.

Linear Acoustic has also added two engineers to its operations: Senior Hardware Engineer Mike Richardson and Technician Ed Bitel Technician. Richardson, a former director of product development with Harris, brings over 25 years of industry experience to Linear Acoustic. Bitel was formerly with Bosch Security Systems and brings over 40 years of experience to the Linear Acoustic work bench.