by KMB Communications | Apr 28, 2023 | DPI, News
With a combined total of more than 75 years of sales, management, and integration experience, DP’s knowledgeable and passionate sales team is poised to drive projection and display sales and help dealers prosper in a competitive AV market.
(Kennesaw, Georgia) April 28, 2023 – Digital Projection, a leading manufacturer of innovative residential and commercial LED display and video projection solutions, proudly announces the appointment of four new individuals to its U.S. sales team. These additions help strengthen DP’s presence and adoption of its advanced imaging products across the U.S. through greater dealer support and service.
Joining DP’s U.S. sales team are Alan Davies, TOLA (Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas) region; Andy Towers, Pacific Coast region; Brain Schumacker, Mid-West region; and Damon Alford, Southeast region. Each member brings a wealth of sales experience to DP, is familiar with the nuances of their respective sales regions, and shares an innate passion and understanding of the AV industry. “These are the exact attributes we look for in a sales team and we are thrilled to have each and every one of these talented individuals representing DP as we continue to advance the performance of our imaging technologies, projectors, and displays,” says Chuck Collins, Digital Projection Vice President of Sales.
A remarkable caliber of qualifications extends across the entire DP sales force. DP will draw from Davies’ 20-plus-year sales management background in several fast growing markets to bring more dealer business to DP. Also an accomplished sales leader is Towers, who joins DP with more than 20 years of sales and international business development experience. Knowledge of and a passion for the AV industry runs deep in Schumacker, as well, whose 25+ career in the AV market includes positions within sales, manufacturing, distribution, and integration. Adding a unique perspective to the sales team is Damon Alford. As a former sales director, account manager, and project manager at several respected systems integration firms, he knows first-hand the types of products and support dealers need to be successful.
“To have a team with this much sales experience and wisdom is rare,” adds veteran Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Sales Director Jeff Schneider. “The knowledge they share and their dedication to our dealers is critical to our mission of providing our partners with the quality imaging solutions they need to grow their AV businesses.”
For more information about Digital Projection’s latest video projection products and technologies, as well as its complete line-up of innovative, cutting-edge imaging solutions, please visit https://www.digitalprojection.com/en-us/
About Digital Projection International
Founded in 1989, Digital Projection International has been instrumental in the development and application of Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technology by Texas Instruments for projection systems. Digital Projection introduced the world’s first 3-chip DLP® projector in 1997, and has since delivered expert system engineering and world-class customer services, thus maintaining its position as a digital imaging pioneer. Digital Projection’s ground-breaking projection research and development has garnered the admiration of industry professionals around the world. This has earned the company many awards, including two Emmy® Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Engineering Development by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Digital Projection remains the first and only projector manufacturer to win the coveted award.
Media Contact
For interviews, editorial appointments, or media tours, please contact Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications by phoning (425) 328-8640 or emailing [email protected].
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by KMB Communications | Apr 26, 2023 | Leon Speakers, News
The latest addition to Leon’s popular Edge Media Frame line of technology concealment solutions, the Profile Edge elegantly frames a display and integrates Leon’s signature Profile sidemount speakers in one custom-fit, stylish hardwood frame
[Ann Arbor, MI] – April 26, 2023 – Leon Speakers announced today the release of the new Profile Edge Media Frame. A custom-fit solution, Profile Edge’s elegant design conceals and frames Leon’s signature sidemount speakers alongside any display.
Unsightly borders, wires, and brackets can lead to an on-wall display that detracts from the style of a space, but the Profile Edge’s mid-century modern-inspired handcrafted frame and vertical slat wood grille option will turn any television into a unique and timeless centerpiece.
Like all Edge products, the new Profile Edge is engineered to install easily and is built to fit the exact dimensions of a television. It is available in a variety of Leon standard finishes including hardwoods, with additional options for custom paint matching and Designer Grille Fabrics.
The perfect addition to any home entertainment system, the Profile Edge’s side-mounted speakers create a broader, more cohesive sound stage for any room. Four audio performance options: ultra-thin Profile 44UX, Profile 55UX, Profile ULTIMA, and flagship reference-grade Profile SEVENs, are available in both two-channel and multi-channel configurations to meet the audiovisual needs of any room.
“We believe that, as our technology continues to evolve, our approach to design must evolve with it,” says Leon Speakers founder and president Noah Kaplan. “The Profile Edge represents a new era of technology decor.”
About Leon Speakers
Leon brings a creative approach to technology by designing and manufacturing customizable speakers and technology concealment solutions that enhance the sound and style of any space. For 25 years, the company has been a leader in the conversation about merging design with technology, creating innovative products that serve both the Residential and Commercial markets. Learn more by visiting www.leonspeakers.com and by following @leonspeakers on social media.
Media Contacts
Press Contact: Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications, (425) 328-8640 or [email protected]
Company Contacts: Carolyn Ceccoli, Sales & Marketing Director at Leon Speakers, (734) 926-4092 or [email protected]
by KMB Communications | Apr 26, 2023 | D-Tools, News
Longtime CE Pro Editor-in-Chief and respected industry veteran, Jason Knott, to harness his decades of industry expertise and lead D-Tools’ drive to become the trusted source of data analytics and insights for the electronic systems industry.
CONCORD, CA, USA — April 26, 2023 — Today, D-Tools, Inc., the leading provider of core business management software that improves financial results for thousands of electronic system integrators worldwide, announced the addition of Jason Knott as Data Solutions Architect and Evangelist effective July 5th, 2023. Knott has been a fixture in the custom electronics industry for decades, heading up the leading trade publication and industry news website since 2000. In his new role, Knott will work with the D-Tools Industry Information & Insights team to define and deliver an expanded set of timely, accurate, and actionable business intelligence to stakeholders throughout the residential systems, commercial AV, and commercial security industries.
“When Jason raised his hand to help guide the broader rollout of D-Tools’ Industry Information & Insights program, we were over the moon. Frankly, I can’t imagine anyone more qualified,” said Randy Stearns, D-Tools CEO. “I am confident that Jason’s involvement will help D-Tools fulfill its vision of delivering relevant and actionable insights to the various industry cohorts – system integrators, manufacturers, distributors, buying groups, and trade associations – in a manner that serves to benefit the industry as a whole.”
“This might be the first time ever I am at a loss for words,” comments Knott. “It is hard for me to find the right words to express how thrilled I am to have the opportunity to help drive this game-changing initiative for D-Tools. The industry is in dire need of a definitive source of timely and accurate industry analytics and insights. D-Tools is ideally positioned to capture, warehouse, analyze, and report on market activity, performance, and trends. I believe D-Tools’s business intelligence and industry insights will become the standard that everyone across the industry uses to gauge and benchmark their performance and plan for the future.”
Knott has been involved in the low-voltage electronics industry for the past 33 years, first as Editor-in-Chief of Security Sales & Integration, and in the same role at CE Pro since 2000. For the past 10 years, Knott has overseen a group of integrator-focused publications and websites, including CE Pro, Security Sales & Integration, and Commercial Integrator, as Chief Content Officer. He has served on several industry association committees over the decades, including on the CEDIA Business Education Working Group for 10 years. He is the recipient of the 2022 Consumer Technology Association Smart Home Division Leadership Award.
“I believe my familiarity with all the facets of the integration industry—from security to smart home to commercial integration—has prepared me well to take on this new challenge with D-Tools. This is going to be a blast. I can’t wait,” adds Knott.
For additional information on D-Tools software, or to sign up for a free trial, visit d-tools.com.
About D-Tools, Inc.
D-Tools, Inc. is a worldwide leader in accessible, highly accurate business software that caters to the unique and diverse needs of systems design and installation firms. The company’s on-premises software, System Integrator™ (SI), and cloud-based platform, D-Tools Cloud, are robust solutions that help manage all aspects of an integrator’s business, including sales, comprehensive system design, project documentation, procurement, and installation and service management. Today, 7,000 companies in over 90 countries use D-Tools’ award-winning software to streamline business processes, leading to improved operating efficiency and increased profitability.
Find product updates and related information by following D-Tools on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Media Contacts
Tim Bigoness, D-Tools, (925) 270-4102, [email protected]
Katye (McGregor) Bennett, KMB Communications, (425) 328-8640, [email protected]
by KMB Communications | Apr 14, 2023 | D-Tools, News
New capabilities added to award-winning D-Tools Cloud SaaS platform enable a recurring revenue opportunity for system integrators through the creation, sale and management of service plans.
CONCORD, CA — April 14, 2023 — Today, D-Tools, Inc., the leading provider of core business management software that has improved profitability for thousands of system integrators worldwide for 25 years, announced significant updates to its award-winning D-Tools Cloud platform. D-Tools has extended the capabilities of its web-based software to include a comprehensive service management suite, which enables recurring revenue opportunities for system integrators through the creation, sale, and management of service plans. Service plans can be designed in advance and presented as an option on any project proposal. Invoicing and payment collection are seamless within the D-Tools Cloud environment. Whether issued against a service agreement or as a one-off service call, service orders empower users to effectively schedule resources and assign tasks. Service technicians can expediently document problems found and actions taken, track their time, and complete the service call or indicate next steps, right from a mobile device.
“Most system integrators would agree that keeping clients happy and coming back for more is critical to their sustainability as a business and long-term success,” said Randy Stearns, D-Tools CEO. “By offering service plans, system integrators build stronger relationships, foster loyalty, and generate recurring revenue streams. The new service management suite of features in D-Tools Cloud provides our users the tools they need to succeed with their clients over the long run.”
D-Tools Cloud is a robust, yet user-friendly multi-OS, web-based SaaS solution that is easily implemented and accessed from any web-enabled device. This innovative platform offers a wide range of features including sales pipeline management, intuitive visual quoting, multimedia proposals with e-sign and payment collection capabilities, change orders, product procurement using supplier-authorized dealer-specific pricing, as well as scheduling, time tracking, and task management. With the addition of a comprehensive service module, D-Tools Cloud fulfills its original objective of providing a complete end-to-end SaaS solution for system integrators.
D-Tools Cloud Service Management Suite Capabilities include:
- Service Plans and Agreements: Easily create service plans and manage service agreements, automate recurring tasks, monitor service call progress, and communicate with clients. Proactively manage service obligations, enhance project tracking, and improve client communication.
- Service Call management: Streamline communication and improve customer service; easily log, track, and manage customer calls. Document call details, assign team members, set reminders, and track call status to facilitate proactive customer support and effective call resolution.
- Resource scheduling: Efficiently manage and schedule resources, including technicians, equipment, and vehicles. Assign resources to projects, track availability, schedule tasks, and manage conflicts.
- Request and collect payment: quickly request and collect payments from clients with just a few clicks. Create and send payment requests and seamlessly integrate with payment systems for efficient and hassle-free payment collection.
To learn how to leverage the service management capabilities of D-Tools Cloud, system integrators are invited to join D-Tools for an informative series of webinars. The series starts April 25th with “Build Recurring Revenue with Service Plans,” featuring Martin Roseman from the MC Group. Interested parties can register here: attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4037392833647565148
For additional information and pricing on D-Tools Cloud, or to sign up for a free trial, visit d-tools.com.
About D-Tools, Inc.
D-Tools, Inc. is a worldwide leader in accessible, highly accurate business software that caters to the unique and diverse needs of systems design and installation firms. The company’s on-premises software, System Integrator™ (SI), and cloud-based platform, D-Tools Cloud, are robust solutions that help manage all aspects of an integrator’s business, including sales, comprehensive system design, project documentation, procurement, and installation and service management. Today, 7,000 companies in over 90 countries use D-Tools’ award-winning software to streamline business processes, leading to improved operating efficiency and increased profitability.
Find product updates and related information by following D-Tools on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Media Contacts
Tim Bigoness, D-Tools, (925) 270-4102, [email protected]
Katye (McGregor) Bennett, KMB Communications, (425) 328-8640, [email protected]
All products, product names, trademarks and registrations mentioned are the property of their respective owners, all rights reserved.
by KMB Communications | Mar 15, 2023 | DPI, News
Digital Projection’s historically low prices on select projectors help AV integrators attract new business and boost their bottom line.
(Kennesaw, Georgia) March 15, 2023 – Devoted to driving more business for dealers, Digital Projection International announces its biggest price drop on projectors in years. Focused on select projectors in its popular E-Vision line, the aggressive cost-cutting makes projection systems financially feasible for more clients, which in turn helps dealers sell more products and broaden their customer base. From its reliable workhorse E-Vision 4000 4K projector to E-Vision 9000 high-lumen models, DP is delivering to dealers and their customers exceptional imaging performance at a more than 30 percent reduction over 2022 pricing.
Leading off the unprecedented price drop is DP’s mainstream projector, the E-Vision 4000. Originally carrying an $8,425 MSRP, it now goes for $5,299, a savings of more than $3,100. Other projectors in the line to undergo a significant cost reduction include the E-Vision LASER 6500 II, 9000 WU, and 9100 WU. All of these projectors are in stock and readily available at these historically low prices.
“We understand that one of the biggest inhibitors of the adoption of projection systems by many commercial and residential customers has been cost. We want to change this mindset by making our entry-level E-Vision line more affordable so that dynamic, immersive projection systems can fit into nearly anyone’s budget,” says Chuck Collins, DP Vice President of Sales. “At the same time, dealers can reach more customers, do more business, and boost their bottom line. With incredible savings like this, we want DP to be dealers’ go-to source for budget-friendly projection systems and when they need a more sophisticated, capable projector, or a LED display, we have those options, too.” To sweeten the deal, DP has doubled its DP Dollars SPIFF Program on most of its projectors.
DP’s New E-Vision Projector Pricing:
E-Vision 4000 4K UHD projector now $5,299 MSRP; was $8,425 for a savings of over $3,100
E-Vision LASER 6500II now $6,999 MSRP; was $9,995 for a savings of nearly $3,000
E-Vision 9000 WU now $8,999 MSRP; was $13,885 for a savings of $4,886
E-Vision 9100 WU now $10,249; was $14,735 for a savings of $4,486
To take advantage of this new pricing structure authorized Digital Projection dealers can log in to the DP partner portal or contact their regional sales rep.
For more information about Digital Projection’s latest video projection products and technologies, as well as its complete line-up of innovative, cutting-edge imaging solutions including state-of-the-art LED video displays, please visit https://www.digitalprojection.com/en-us/
About Digital Projection International
Founded in 1989, Digital Projection International has been instrumental in the development and application of Digital Light Processing™ (DLP) technology by Texas Instruments for projection systems. Digital Projection introduced the world’s first 3-chip DLP® projector in 1997 and has since delivered expert system engineering and world-class customer services, thus maintaining its position as a digital imaging pioneer. Digital Projection’s ground-breaking projection research and development has garnered the admiration of industry professionals around the world. This has earned the company many awards, including two Emmy® Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Engineering Development by the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Digital Projection remains the first and only projector manufacturer to win the coveted award.
Media Contact
For interviews, reviews, or more information please contact Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications by phoning (425) 328-8640 or emailing [email protected].
All products, product names, trademarks, and registrations mentioned are the property of their respective owners, all rights reserved.
