PPDS recently announced the appointment of AV/IT specialist Marco van der Knaap as its new Global Product Manager of Philips LED displays. Van der Knaap will support the team in navigating the highly competitive marketplace, continuing to position the expanding Philips direct view LED displays range in line with PPDS’ global strategy and growth ambitions.
“We are delighted to welcome Marco to the PPDS family,” said Jeroen Brants, Global Product Director, PPDS. “His extensive experience and strategic mindset will be invaluable in driving our global direct view LED business forward and ensuring we continue to deliver industry-leading solutions for our customers.”
With a 25-year career dedicated almost exclusively to LED, van der Knaap is one of the AV industry’s most respected and sought-after talents, and he will play an integral role in the future growth and development of PPDS’ evolving indoor and outdoor LED display lineup.
Leveraging his deep technical expertise, while also utilising his skills in product management, business development, marketing, sales, strategy and operations, van der Knaap’s role will include increasing awareness of Philips indoor and outdoor LED line up and delivering tailored solutions (including hardware and software) to meet the evolving and unique needs of customers across a broad spectrum of market verticals. These include retail, broadcast, public venues including sports and stadia, corporate, education, hospitality, transportation, and many more.
“I am thrilled to join PPDS and to take on the responsibility of growing the Philips LED business,” said van der Knaap. “With Philips’ strong brand presence and the support of an exceptional team, I see tremendous potential to deliver ever more innovative solutions that exceed customer expectations worldwide.PPDS shares an unparalleled commitment to bringing innovative and often world-first solutions, delivering unforgettable customer experiences that continue well beyond installation.”
To learn more about Philips Professional Displays and solutions, visit the PPDS website or contact your local PPDS sales manager.
About PPDS
PPDS is a trading name of TP Vision Europe B.V. (“TP Vision”) and MMD-Monitors & Displays Nederland B.V. (“MMD”), registered in the Netherlands, with their head offices in Amsterdam. TP Vision and MMD are wholly owned subsidiaries of TPV Technology Limited (“TPV”), the world’s largest manufacturer of monitors and a leading provider of display solutions.
PPDS exclusively markets and sells Philips Professional Displays, covering professional TVs, signage, and direct view LED solutions, worldwide under trademark license by Koninklijke Philips N.V.
By combining the Philips brand promise with TPV’s manufacturing expertise in displays, PPDS employs a competitive and focused approach to bring innovative products to market, from its 10” touchscreen through to unlimited direct view LED displays. Designing solutions that make a positive impact, both for resellers and for end customers, at the right time and in the right places.
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