Clear-Com has appointed Kris Koch as director of sales – North & South America. In his new leadership role, he will oversee sales strategy, regional growth initiatives and customer engagement across both continents. Koch will work closely with Clear-Com’s Partner network and end users to drive continued adoption of the company’s intercom and connectivity solutions.
In a statement, Clear-Com highlights that Koch brings over 20 years of expertise across the broadcast, media production and live events industries. His career includes producing live news for major networks like CNN, MSNBC, FOX and ESPN, as well as managing broadcast services for the San Francisco Giants for six seasons. He has also collaborated with multiple Clear-Com partners, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of how the company’s solutions serve both partners and customers.
Since joining Clear-Com in 2018, he has held roles as regional sales manager for the Southwest and, more recently, as business development director for broadcast, network and media production. His hands-on industry experience and customer-focused approach have been instrumental in strengthening Clear-Com’s presence among major broadcast networks, system integrators and large-scale production operations.
Kris Koch to Lead Clear-Com’s Americas Sales
“We are thrilled to have Kris step into this leadership role,” says Chris Willis, senior vice president – worldwide sales, Clear-Com. “He brings not only deep technical and market expertise, but also a genuine commitment to supporting our customers and Partners. He has a long track record of strengthening relationships and delivering solutions that help productions run more efficiently and creatively.”
In his new position, Koch will lead the Americas sales organization, guide strategic business initiatives, and help shape Clear-Com’s future in IP-based, hybrid and cloud-based communications workflows.
“I’m honored to take on this role at such an exciting time for Clear-Com,” says Koch. “Our customers are navigating rapid changes across broadcast, live events, corporate AV, manufacturing, aerospace and beyond. I’m looking forward to working with our exceptional team and Partners to help them meet these challenges with the reliable, innovative solutions Clear-Com is known for.”
Koch is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and will continue collaborating closely with global sales, product management and technical teams.
