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Image Design Technology Bolsters Team with New National Sales Manager



Sydney, Australia – 1st May 2012 – Image Design Technology (IDT), one of Australia’s leading providers of video and data display technology, today appointed Audio Visual and Technology veteran Rod Sommerich as new National Sales Manager.

Sommerich brings to IDT over 20 years’ experience in sales and marketing roles working across some of Australia and New Zealand’s largest independent technology distributors.  As National Sales Manager of IDT, Sommerich will lead a team dedicated to acquiring new business and developing a strong relationship with suppliers and customers. He will also implement a Certified Technology Specialist programme to ensure all IDT sales and technical support staff is equipped with the latest industry knowledge and resources to deliver AV solutions across the country.    

According to Gerry Wilkins, Managing Director of IDT, Rod’s appointment is a major coup for the team as the business continues on the path of aggressive growth over the next three to five years.

“We’re ramping up for significant growth over the next few years and a huge component of that growth is ensuring we achieve a good balance in the different types of solutions we implement – and this is where Rod’s extensive knowledge in the AV and broadcast sector as well as his exceptional industry contacts will be key.

Also, as we continue to build a much stronger support and educational network for our clients and partners across the country, Rod will be a great to asset to our team.” said Wilkins.

IDT currently has over 400 clients using a range of distributed brands including Avitech, Front Row, Calypso Systems, HaiVision, Jupiter Systems and Samsung.  The new appointment comes off the back the opening of a new product training and demonstration office in Melbourne.

“I have known the team at IDT since its very inception and I’m excited at the opportunity to be working with such a highly regarded and professional team.  I look forward to using my industry knowledge and skills to bring IDT to a new level of growth,” said Rod Sommerich, National Sales Manager of IDT.

About IDT

Image Design Technology (IDT) is a leading Australian distributor of audiovisual and display technology. Representing high quality brands both locally and internationally, IDT works with resellers and integrators to offer a complete solution to organisations seeking a first-rate audiovisual and display system.   IDT supports organisations across a broad range of industries including corporate, education, emergency services, government, medical, retail and event management. 

Brands offered by IDT include: Avitech International, Brightsign, Calypso Systems, CDT Custom Touch Overlays, DVE Telepresence, HaiVision, Jupiter Systems, Magenta Research, NEC, Next Window, Planar Systems, Raven Research, Samsung.

www.idt.com.au 

For more information, please contact:

Felicity Threadgate (On behalf of IDT)
Email: felicity@espressocomms.com.au
Ph: +61 2 9904 4177