PPDS, an exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary hardware and software solutions, is excited to announce the merited promotion of Bruce Wyrwitzke to the leadership role of Senior Director of Sales for North America.

Leading PPDS’ total solutions growth strategy to support all market verticals in North America, Bruce, who is now entering his twenty-fifth year as an AV professional, joined PPDS as Sales Director in 2021.

During this period, Bruce – a former United States Air Force officer specializing in space systems – has proved himself to be an accomplished leader, playing a pivotal role in positioning the company as a disruptive force in North America, with him and his team continuing to surpass sales expectations and establishing PPDS as an unparalleled leader for innovation, quality of product, and service.

Aim high

In his new position as Senior Director of Sales, Bruce will oversee all PPDS sales in North America – including digital signage, interactive displays, videowalls, dvLED, and professional TV, as well as complementary hardware and software – while continuing to support partners, customers, and colleagues on projects that extend beyond US shores.

Reporting to Angela Lin, Commercial Head for North America, Bruce’s primary responsibilities will now include, but are not limited to, defining the mid and long-term sales strategy for North America, setting and achieving quarterly sales targets, managing the supply chain, service and post-sales, and driving greater awareness of the capabilities and unique benefits of Philips Professional Displays.

All market verticals are now supported, with tailored offerings available for retail, education, broadcast, corporate, transportation, public venues, stadia, theme parks, government and security (including control rooms), hospitality, houses of worship, and food and beverage, to name a few.

A more sustainable North America

Bruce will also help support businesses and educators in achieving their sustainability ambitions through PPDS’ growing range of ultra low power and extended lifetime solutions, which are available to all partners and customers across North America.

These include, but are far from limited to, the multi award winning ‘zero power’ Philips Tableaux ePaper range, and the Philips Signage 3650 EcoDesign (QE-Line) display, with the 50” model becoming the first signage display to achieve an EPEAT Climate+ Gold rating.

PPDS parent company, TPV Technology, was also recently awarded the highly coveted EcoVadis Platinum Medal, confirming its position as one of the world’s most sustainable organisations – compelling messages Bruce and his team will continue to communicate.

Commenting on his new role, Bruce said: “Since I walked through the door in 2021, PPDS has been a company which continues to grow and amaze. Today, thanks to our impressive range of Philips Professional Displays and our committed teams, PPDS is a company that’s impossible to ignore. We’re a solid part of the conversation. I’m proud to be entrusted to lead this talented team and our company forward to even greater success.”

Angela Lin, added: “Bruce has proved himself to be an accomplished leader and committed member of the PPDS team in North America. The foundations have been laid, and we see some incredible opportunities ahead. On behalf of the entire PPDS team, I wish Bruce every success. It is time to step up to the next level.”

To learn more about PPDS, please visit the website here, or contact your local PPDS sales manager.