Avidex Appoints Jeff Davis as New CEO
CARY, N.C. — Sept. 12, 2023 — Avidex, a leading provider of audiovisual and collaboration technology solutions, today announced that Jeff Davis has been appointed to CEO, following Gary Kolbeck’s departure. Previously President and COO, Davis’ appointment took effect Sept. 1, 2023.
“We are incredibly grateful to Gary for the passion and humility he exemplified as CEO over the past four years,” said Davis. “During that time, he played a pivotal role in the integration of three separate companies and unification under the Avidex brand. As a result, we are in a strong position for continued growth and expansion. I’m honored to step into his shoes and to help guide Avidex in its next chapter of success.”
Avidex is the eighth largest audiovisual systems integrator in the U.S. serving the corporate, education, healthcare, government, houses of worship, hospitality, entertainment, and banking markets. The company has charted an aggressive growth strategy, which Davis will help to accelerate. The strategy centers on continued geographic expansion, growing the company’s solutions offering, as well as renewed focus on mergers and acquisitions. During the pandemic, the company propelled its internal efforts toward digital transformation and streamlining of systems and processes to re-position its platform for future acquisitions.
“This is an exciting time for Avidex,” said Davis. “As we embark on this next chapter, I am confident that the exceptional dedication and performance of every member of our team will drive the sustained growth and success that has firmly established Avidex as a frontrunner in our industry.”
Davis brings over 25 years of leadership experience in the security and audiovisual industries, specializing in growth strategies, post-acquisition alignment, and business transformation. His passion for developing people and organizations is supported by his extensive experience in managing the restructuring of sales and operations organizations, effectively integrating processes, and establishing shared standards of excellence. Davis currently serves on the board of directors of PSNI Global Alliance, a global network of premier technology integrators and service providers.
Avidex delivers innovative technology solutions that enable organizations and enterprises to collaborate, create, and share ideas through state-of-the-art audiovisual and unified communication technologies. Avidex specializes in creating an unparalleled client experience in the use of collaborative audiovisual solutions as a global pro AV integrator providing design, build, and service excellence. Avidex is a wholly owned subsidiary of ITOCHU International, Inc., a Fortune Global 500 corporation with U.S. headquarters in New York, New York.
Learn more about Avidex at www.avidex.com.