October 16, 2006 -- Video surveillance systems manufacturer Vicon Industries Inc. has announced the appointment of Andrew Tate as the company's new territory manager for northern California.
Tate has over 23 years experience in the security systems integration industry in areas including video surveillance, electronic article surveillance, card access, and intrusion detection systems. Prior to joining Vicon, he held a variety of field sales and sales management positions at Sensormatic Electronics and ADT. During this time, he was responsible for business planning and sales development for field office locations throughout the US Western region. He has also held positions in territory sales, national account sales, sales management, business development, and technology sales.
"We are pleased to have Andrew join Vicon and believe that his background makes him particularly well-suited to represent Vicon's digital and IP product line," comments Bret McGowan, vice president of US sales and marketing at Vicon. "His experience working with both video surveillance and security products is a real asset."
Vicon's marketing and development efforts focus on security technologies including digital recording and IP video solutions, matrix controls, cameras, monitors, mounting accessories, remote positioning devices, and fiber-optic equipment.