ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Audio Associates, a leading manufacturer’s rep firm in the AV, professional audio, digital signage/direct view LED, system integration, sports and government market sectors, announced recently that industry veteran Marla Suttenberg has joined forces with the Maryland-based firm.
More details from Audio Associates (www.audioassociatesonline.com):
The announcement was made by Joe Blacker, president of Audio Associates, and underscores Audio Associates’ ongoing expansion and dedication to ensuring the company provides the highest level of service and support for the distinguished brands it represents.
Suttenberg brings decades of experience to Audio Associates. She will be focusing on key integrators, consultants and Enterprise end users. Additionally, the joining of forces of Suttenberg and Blacker further expands and solidifies Audio Associates’ business in New York, New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania. With a rich background in AV in the residential and commercial market sectors, Suttenberg has served on the IPRO board of directors, was the acting Chairperson of the avreps.org Membership Committee in the past and has been honored with the Women in CE Award in 2013 and entered the System Contractor News Hall of Fame in 2019.
“I’ve known and admired Marla’s work for many years, and we’ve been good friends and business associates and over the years had quite a few iconic product lines in common,” stated Joe Blacker. “Her relationships in the industry are second to none, and we plan on leveraging these relationships with end users, consultants and integrators on behalf of our manufacturers.”
Echoing Blacker’s sentiments, Marla Suttenberg stated, “I’m excited to join Joe’s dynamic team and represent some really cool manufacturers, as well as continuing to work with some previous Sapphire brands. I’m looking forward to getting back on the road!”
For more information, contact:
Joe Blacker: joe@audioassociatesonline.com
Marla Suttenberg: marla@sapphiremarketing.com