Xytech, the leader in facility management software for the broadcast, studio, media services and video transmission industries, is showcasing several major updates to its MediaPulse product line, now shipping, during NAB Show New York at booth N823 in the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, Oct. 16–17.

MultiDyne Fiber Optic Solutions continues to build on its aggressive global expansion strategy with the appointment of Kevin Dowd as Director of Business Development, APAC, effective immediately. Based in Hong Kong, Dowd reports directly to MultiDyne President Frank Jachetta.

Broadcast Pix today announced Carlo Bolognesi joined the company last month to lead sales in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. Since 1994, Bolognesi has owned IREL Engineering, a systems integration and consulting firm based in Alessandria, Italy.

The Optical Devices Division of FUJIFILM has appointed Tom Fletcher as Director of Sales. In his new role, Fletcher will oversee sales and promotion of broadcast and cinema lenses in North America. Working under the guidance of division Vice President Gordon Tubbs, Fletcher will lead the sales efforts of six regional managers in North America. Fletchers position is effective immediately.

Broadcast Pix today announced Mark Bachmore has joined the company as director of sales, effective Jan. 4. Based in New York, he will manage the worldwide sales team and dealer channel.

TVU Networks®, the global technology leader in live IP video solutions, announces that Jeff Cohen has joined the company as a Senior Sales Executive, based in New York. Jeff will serve TVUs existing clientele in the Northeastern U.S. and pursue new customer opportunities.

Broadcast Pix today announced Kevin Prince will join the company as President and CEO, as well as a member of the Board of Directors, effective Oct. 1. He will succeed Steve Ellis, who has been instrumental in the companys success over the past 30 months and personally led the recruitment efforts for Prince.

As part of a realignment of its U.S. sales team, Broadcast Pix has named Don Cole central regional sales manager, effective Sept. 1. Cole, who has provided regional sales and engineering support for Broadcast Pix for more than seven years, will oversee sales for the Southeast and Central United States, as well as the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central Canada.

FOR-A America has hired industry veteran Gerry Nazimek as its new Northeast Account Manager. Effective March 30th, Gerry began his role with FOR-A and is based out of the companys Fort Lee, N.J. office.

Broadcast Pix today announced Chuck Williamson has been named western region sales manager, effective Jan. 1. Williamson has been a senior sales engineer with the company since 2011, and will now handle sales for the western United States and western Canada.

Panavision is pleased to announce Robert Presley, SOC, has joined the company as a marketing executive covering the southeastern U.S. territory, including Atlanta, where he'll be based.

Presley brings a wealth of valuable experience and industry relationships to Panavision, having spent 28 years as a camera operator and Steadicam specialist. His inside perspective of motion picture and television production will be an asset to Panavision customers whether in preproduction or finding a solution for an impromptu scenario. His credits include Ride Along 2, Flight, Pearl

PESA, a leading designer and manufacturer of professional audio and video distribution solutions, today announced it has hired John Naylor to serve as vice president, global sales and distribution, streaming products, effective Sept. 2. He will manage the companys sales efforts for its PESA XSTREAM multi-channel streaming appliances and PESA Live streaming app for live event venues.