New Energy Audio Distribution (NEAD) has announced its official launch as a premium, audio-centric distributor for the United States and Canada. Built on decades of consumer electronics industry experience and channel relationships, NEAD takes a focused, brand-first approach to helping manufacturers grow through stronger market execution, strategic business development, and long-term dealer partnerships.
As managing director of NEAD, Jim Kozicki brings a 34-year career spanning premium audio, retail leadership, and business development. Known for building strong relationships and driving sustained growth, Kozicki has expanded premium audio initiatives at Abt Electronics, led territory growth for category-leading brands including Bowers & Wilkins and Klipsch, and most recently strengthened vendor partnerships as vice president of business development at ProSource. His deep channel experience and collaborative approach position NEAD to help premium audio brands strengthen dealer and consumer relationships while supporting long-term growth.
Founded by Xiaodong Yang and his family and led alongside Kozicki, NEAD combines decades of premium audio expertise with a shared vision to expand a proven premium audio distribution model across the United States and Canada. Yang, founder of Cinemaster, China’s leading premium audio distribution company, brings more than three decades of experience representing world-class audio brands throughout China, longstanding international relationships, and strategic investments in innovation, including Shenzhen-based Rayleigh Labs, a leading audio R&D firm. Together, Yang and his family have actively invested in global audio brands and expanded their footprint across key international markets, providing NEAD with global perspective, engineering insight, and a long-term commitment to brand growth and market success.
NEAD launches with an expanding portfolio of premium audio brands designed to deliver exceptional performance, timeless design, and meaningful listening experiences, including:
- Jamo — jamo.com
- Juke Audio — jukeaudio.com
- Energy — energy-speakers.com
- XLO — xlocables.com
- OSX Audio — https://oxsaudio.com/en-us
Additional specialty audio brands and category expansions will be announced soon.
For more information, visit www.newenergyaudio.com.
