KOA Electronics Distribution recently announced the appointment of Timo Hildebrandt as Senior Director of Sales & Operations. Hildebrandt will oversee operations from KOA’s headquarters in Panorama City, with branches throughout SoCal and Las Vegas, NV.
“I am thrilled to join this dynamic team at such an exciting time, as we embark on a new chapter following the recent acquisition by WAVE Electronics,” said Hildebrandt. “Together, we have a unique opportunity to drive innovation and growth, and I can’t wait to contribute to our shared success.”
Hildebrandt brings over two decades of experience in the consumer electronics and distribution industry and has successfully navigated various leadership roles, including operations and territory management, vendor relations, and purchasing. He founded a specialty A/V company focused on automation, after which he transitioned into the distribution sector, where he played key roles in integrating legacy systems post-acquisition.
“Timo Possesses a remarkable depth of knowledge about the market, which sets him apart as a leader,” said Bryan Stewart, Chief Sales Officer of WAVE in a statement. “His outstanding vendor relationships have consistently driven his success, and his ability to build and inspire high–performance teams is truly exceptional. I have complete confidence that he will excel in his role and continue to make significant contributions to KOA”.
“This is such an exciting moment for KOA,” said Anton Tomassian, CEO, KOA Electronics Distribution, LLC in a statement. “Timo has always been a respected competitor, staying true to what’s best for his team, customers and the industry. I can’t wait to see how KOA thrives under his decades of experience and leadership. It’s going to be a fun ride.”
About WAVE Electronics
Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, WAVE Electronics is the largest independent custom integrator (CI) distributor in the U.S., serving both residential and commercial A/V and security markets. With over 8,000 stock items from 86 premium manufacturers, WAVE is a true “one-stop” solution. Their locations feature training facilities, and showrooms, and offer services such as delivery, financial support, product training, marketing, and 24/7 online shopping for dealers.
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