Dealer news, store openings, sales trends, and business strategies for music retailers.
Harman Professional has appointed Joachim Bogetvedt as sales manager, Nordic, Martin Professional. Based in Kristiansand, Norway, Bogetvedt will lead sales and initiatives for Martin Professional across Northern Europe, reporting directly to…
Jay Schreiber has accepted the position vice president of sales for Conn-Selmer. He will be responsible for all facets of sales in these regions. Schreiber joins Conn-Selmer with over 30…
Griggs Music is celebrating their 110th anniversary. Historical memorabilia including vintage photos, celebrity autographs, and the store’s antique cash register are on display, while patrons were encouraged to share photos, stories,…
ADAM Audio USA named Michael Prager as director of U.S. sales. In this new capacity, Michael will be responsible for all sales activity including direct accounts and sales representatives, as…
LOUD Technologies, Inc (“LOUD”) hasannounced Mark Altekruse as western regional sales manager for the Ampeg and Mackie brands. Mark will utilize his background in pro audio sales and marketing to…
While 2012 seemed to possibly be ushering in a new era, as Yamaha’s AvantGrand was the top vote-getter in the “Product of the Year” category after first ending the previous…
Mammoth Music Riverton Bernard Masson, Owner Business this year: Up significantly. New brands or lines you took on in 2013 with success? Marshall, Casio, Yamaha, Samson, Woodsong, Oscar Schmidt,…
Morgan Music Eau Claire Rich Morgan, Owner/Manager Business this year: 2013 has been up, not dramatically, but we are seeing a decent upward trend. Big-ticket items are still slow,…
Bandland Clarksburg Evan Jones, Owner New brands or lines you took on in 2013 with success? The Ventura guitar line was recommended to us through the IMSO dealer network. …
Guitar Emporium Olga Robb Eagle, Owner Business this year: Business this year has been just a bit off from last year. Evolution in the industry you’re excited about? My…
Action Music Falls Church Matt Baker, Owner Special challenges in 2013? We’ve been even, but the shutdown hurt us a lot since we’re seven miles from the capitol. All…
Maple Leaf Music Brattleboro Christian Glines, Owner New brands or lines you took on in 2013 with success? In the past year we’ve added a complete line of American…
