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The 17th annual DISTREE Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) hosted buyer channel event starts today in Monaco. Hundreds of consumer tech, IT and consumer electronics (CE) brands are participating at this year’s event, holding pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings with senior executives and buyers from the region’s leading distributors, retailers and channel partners. DISTREE EMEA 2019 takes place at the Fairmont Hotel, running from February 19th to 22nd.
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Channel M&A expert confirmed for DISTREE EMEA
Next week’s DISTREE Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) hosted buyer channel event brings together vendors, distributors and retailers from across the region for three days of one-on-one meetings and networking opportunities. Expert speakers and analysts also attend the event to meet with delegates. Pradip Somaia, Partner at M&A advisory specialists Regent Partners LLP, will be available at DISTREE EMEA for one-on-one meetings with delegates interested in learning more about the latest merger and acquisition (M&A) trends.
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Workshop programme at DISTREE EMEA to cover key product and channel trends for 2019
The 17th annual DISTREE Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA), which takes place in Monaco from February 19-22nd 2019, includes an extensive workshop programme for delegates. The group sessions are designed to bring vendor and channel executives up to speed on some of the latest trends and market developments influencing the consumer tech, consumer electronics (CE) and volume IT channel. Content partners include CONTEXT, EHA, Futuresource, Game Advisor, GfK, GTDC, Parks Associates, Quadmark, Red Dolphin and Regent Partners.
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Riversong extends retail reach with Sharaf DG
Fast-growing consumer technology brand Riversong has signed up Sharaf DG as a retail partner in the UAE. Haitham Kalakesh, CEO at Riversong Technology, said: “Now, it is time to take our retail business to another level. We are excited to announce that Riversong products will be available at Sharaf DG stores across UAE. The stores will feature all our fast moving power banks and audio range.”
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Airlabs to showcase airbubbl at DISTREE
Airlabs is one of the world’s leading pioneers in clean air technology. Its mission is to tackle the air quality crisis facing cities around the world. Airlabs will participate at this month’s DISTREE Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) event to promote its airbubbl in-car air cleaner product. DISTREE EMEA, which takes place from February 19th to 22nd in Monaco, gives brands the opportunity to hold pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings with senior executives from top distributors, retailers and e-tailers from 50-plus countries in one place at one time.
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INTERVIEW: Ekaterina Melnikova, Patriot
This month’s DISTREE Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) hosted buyer channel event, which takes place in Monaco from February 19th to 22nd, gives exhibitors the opportunity to hold pre-scheduled meetings with hundreds of top executives from channel partners from 50-plus countries. Patriot Memory will participate at DISTREE EMEA to promote its portfolio, including its Viper Gaming products. Channel EMEA caught up with Ekaterina Melnikova, country manager at Patriot, to learn more.
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Ctroniq signs KMG as distributor in Egypt
UK-based consumer electronics brand Ctroniq has appointed KMG as an authorised distributor in Egypt. Under the terms of the agreement, KMG will supply Ctroniq’s wide range of consumer electronics and IT products to its extensive channel customer base across the Egyptian market. Atheeq Ahmed, COO at Ctroniq, said: “KMG has been a driving force in Egypt with an exceptional track record dealing with various brands and understanding the market dynamics. We believe the association shall be a success as the vision of providing value to the Egyptian market is a common goal.”
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DISTREE EMEA confirms categories for 2019 Diamond Awards
The DISTREE Diamonds award series for consumer technology brands will continue at DISTREE EMEA 2019. The recipients of DISTREE Diamond Awards are determined through a live electronic vote by distributors and channel partners participating at this year’s DISTREE EMEA consumer tech channel event in Monaco from February 19th to 22nd. Liam McSherry, Sales & Marketing Director for DISTREE Events, said: “DISTREE EMEA features a huge variety of brands with innovative products and go-to-market strategies designed to appeal to participating channel partners."
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ALSO rejigs French organisation
Distribution giant ALSO has rejigged its French organisation as it aims to strengthen cooperation with local resellers. On 1st February 2019, Guillaume du Roure took over as managing director and chief customer officer (CCO) at ALSO France. As senior VP mergers and acquisitions, Laurent Mitais, the former managing director of ALSO France, is now responsible for M&A projects at group level - from negotiation to integration.
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Riversong appoints Khan as VP sales
Consumer technology brand Riversong has appointed Farhad Khan as VP sales. In his new role Khan will be responsible for the leadership of the Riversong sales team, developing new business opportunities and brand development. Haitham Kalakesh, CEO at Riversong, commented: “Farhad is a great fit for this position. I am confident that his experience and knowledge will help cultivate our sales model and drive our company goals. We are delighted to have him on board as a key contributor.”
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