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Proel Appoints Gösta Hjelmqvist as Country Manager for Sweden

Proel has appointed Gösta Hjelmqvist as country manager for Sweden. Hjelmqvist joins the company after nearly 20 years as a European export manager in the pro-audio industry. His prior work focused on PA systems, wireless microphone systems, cables and accessories. Proel said that experience gives him a broad background in the product areas the company […]

MMR Staff · Aug 6, 2026
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SLX to Provide Lighting for 2026 Commonwealth Games

SLX, a UK-based company, will provide broadcast lighting, rigging, and sports presentation lighting for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. CEO Alastair Currie expressed pride in the company’s involvement, citing years of investment in people, technology, and expertise. The project represents a significant endorsement of SLX’s capabilities and commitment to delivering high-quality services for major international sporting events.

MMR Staff · Jul 22, 2026
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Audio Engineering Society and Illuminating Engineering Society Announce Key Leadership Promotions

The Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) and Audio Engineering Society (AES) have announced the promotion of two senior staff members to newly created Associate Executive Director positions, effective January 1, 2026. The appointments reflect both organizations’ commitment to strategic growth and enhanced industry engagement following their recent shared management arrangement. Brienne Willcock has been promoted to […]

MMR Staff · Dec 23, 2025
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d&b audiotechnik North American Announces Key New Appointments in Canada

d&b audiotechnik North America is pleased to announce several new appointments in Canada which continue the company’s standards of offering excellent sales and support services to their valued customers and partners in the region. The company is pleased to announce that Cameron Wilkison assumes the role of managing director, d&b Canada, effectively immediately. Cameron will actively manage […]

MMR Staff · Dec 11, 2025
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Museum of Making Music Sings Tune of Inclusion with Certified Autism Center Designation, Joins Citywide Accessibility Initiative

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) designates the Museum of Making Music as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). To earn this designation, at least 80% of guest-facing staff at the museum completed autism-specific training to equip them with understanding of best practices, skills and resources to ensure every individual feels welcome […]

MMR Staff · Dec 9, 2025