Posted on Aug 7, 2009 by Jane Goodwin at 12:05 am
From Globe NewsWire comes this post about Wireless Ronin Technologies, Inc.:
MINNEAPOLIS, July 31, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wireless Ronin Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:RNIN), a Minneapolis-based digital signage provider, announced today that Leo Bull has been named Regional Vice President, Eastern United States for the company’s direct sales force.
“We are very excited to have Leo join our organization and are confident in his sales skills to assist positioning the company for long term growth,” said Scott Koller, executive vice president and chief operating officer. “Leo brings an extensive background and impressive sales growth track record in digital signage technology, displays and component sales with him to Wireless Ronin.”
In this position, Mr. Bull will work within the sales organization to focus on revenue growth and customer development by mapping digital signage solutions using RoninCast(r) software for customers in key markets including quick serve restaurants, retail, automotive and hospitality. His extensive experience providing digital signage hardware and working within the industry has prepared him for solutions sales of Wireless Ronin’s software and turnkey services.
“I look forward to leveraging my industry experience in my position at Wireless Ronin,” said Leo Bull, regional vice president, eastern United States for Wireless Ronin. “I have successfully managed sales and business development activities within the digital signage space and related technologies for many years, most recently at Avocent. I expect to bring the same level of success to Wireless Ronin and play an important role in building on their leadership position in the digital signage industry.”
Mr. Bull joins Wireless Ronin from his previous position at Avocent where he was Vice President of Sales. During his tenure he managed an international sales team, built relationships with key customers and strategic partners and substantially increased company market share in the digital signage, broadcast and serial divisions. Prior to Avocent, Mr. Bull was Director of Commercial Sales at LG Electronics where he managed a sales force focused on commercial hardware for the AV industry with emphasis on the digital signage market. Additionally, Mr. Bull held sales positions with Fujitsu General America and Mitsubishi Digital Electronics.
About Wireless Ronin Technologies
Wireless Ronin Technologies (www.wirelessronin.com) is the developer of RoninCast(r), a complete software solution designed to address the evolving digital signage marketplace. Wireless Ronin provides clients with a complete, turnkey digital signage system which allows the ability to manage a digital signage network from one central location. The RoninCast(r) digital signage software suite allows for customized distribution with network management, playlist creation and scheduling, and database integration. Wireless Ronin offers an array of services to support RoninCast(r) software including consulting, creative development, project management, installation, and training. The Company’s common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol “RNIN.”
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CONTACT: Wireless Ronin Technologies
Holly Heitkamp, Marketing Specialist
(952) 564-3560
hheitkamp@wirelessronin.com
Posted on Jul 10, 2009 by Jane Goodwin at 12:05 am
From the Wireless Ronin web page, we learn that David Boerlin has been named Regional Vice President, Western United States for the company’s direct sales:
MINNEAPOLIS – July 1, 2009 – Wireless Ronin Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNIN), a Minneapolis-based digital signage provider, announced today that David Boerlin has been named Regional Vice President, Western United States for the company’s direct sales force.
“We are very pleased to have David join our sales team and further strengthen our sales efforts in the western United States,” said Scott Koller, executive vice president and chief operating officer. “David has a proven track record of success throughout his career and his most recent experience in the quick serve restaurant industry is a perfect complement to our business objectives. David brings the type of education, experience and leadership skills needed to succeed in the digital signage industry.”
In this position, Mr. Boerlin will join the sales organization to focus on customer development and sales revenue generation by providing RoninCast® digital signage solutions to key customers in the focused markets of quick serve restaurants, retail, automotive and hospitality. His experience in developing technology, marketing and promotion strategy will play a key role in his consultation with new customers and mapping their digital signage strategies.
“I look forward to being part of the Wireless Ronin team and feel I can play a key role in developing new business based on the tremendous opportunities in the digital signage industry,” said David Boerlin, regional vice president, western United States for Wireless Ronin. “I have a solid background in digital signage and related technology solutions which I sold into Fortune 100 companies nationwide. I feel confident that I can play a vital role in the company’s future success.”
Mr. Boerlin is an experienced professional whose previous position as Vice President, Sales at Delphi Display Systems provided him extensive industry knowledge as he sold ruggedized LCD hardware technology for digital signage implementations. During his tenure, Mr. Boerlin developed product and sales strategies that ultimately landed business as well known as Gas Station TV at Wal-mart locations and drive-thru order confirmation systems with companies such as Dairy Queen, Subway and Panda Express. Prior to his work at Delphi, Mr. Boerlin held the position of Vice President, Sales and Business Development for Gage, a Minneapolis-based marketing agency, where he mapped strategy for new vertical outreach and signed up accounts that included Dole Foods, Kyocera and Nintendo. As Co-Founder and National Sales Director for Meals.com/Coinstar he created the first-ever meal-planning and recipe-search website in 1996 and developed business and pricing models that became industry standards. The site was later sold to Nestlé in 2001.
About Wireless Ronin Technologies
Wireless Ronin Technologies (www.wirelessronin.com) is the developer of RoninCast®, a complete software solution designed to address the evolving digital signage marketplace. Wireless Ronin provides clients with a complete, turnkey digital signage system which allows the ability to manage a digital signage network from one central location. The RoninCast® digital signage software suite allows for customized distribution with network management, playlist creation and scheduling, and database integration. Wireless Ronin offers an array of services to support RoninCast® software including consulting, creative development, project management, installation, and training. The Company’s common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol “RNIN.”
Posted on Feb 16, 2009 by Jane Goodwin at 12:05 am
GlobeNewsWire.com reports that Wireless Ronin Technologies, Inc. has joined with Chrome Systems, Inc. and eVox to create a powerful Automotive Product Information Center (Auto-PIC) in order to deliver “dynamic product information and multi-media presentations for virtually all automotive brands.:”
“”Auto-PIC is a critical tool in helping dealers and OEMs to compete in this challenging market,”" said Jim Granger, president and CEO for Wireless Ronin. “”We listened when they told us they needed a turn-key system that could be quickly deployed and would both reduce costs and help the dealership sales staff drive sales. Auto-PIC is another example of how Wireless Ronin provides truly unique and innovative solutions to our customers.”"
Read the full article about Wireless Ronin, Chrome, and eVox on GlobeNewsWire.com.
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