East Syracuse, NY — Wire connector manufacturer, PPC, has named industry veteran and former CEDIA president Eric Bodley as its new vice president and general manager of consumer electronics.
“It is an honor to welcome Eric to the PPC team,” said John Mezzalingua, president of PPC. “Eric is a highly respected member of the consumer electronics industry with a wealth of knowledge about the marketplace. There is no doubt that he will be instrumental in helping us to develop a winning strategy for our consumer product lines.”
Bodley has more than 35 years of experience in the consumer electronics industry, having worked with leading retail and custom installation companies on sales, management, and operational issues. Prior to joining PPC, Bodley held the role of senior sales director at Monster Cable Products Inc.
Bodley’s previous positions include principal consultant at Bodley & Associates, Inc., a technology consulting firm; and president and founder of Florida Home Entertainment Design. Bodley is a past president of the Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA), having served on the CEDIA Board for more than 10 years, and has been a member of the CEA’s PARA Board for two years.
“It’s a perfect time to join PPC and I look forward to contributing to the growth of one of the most exciting brands in the consumer electronics marketplace,” Bodley said. “PPC has a true passion for innovation that is reflected in its products and an absolute commitment to consumers. It’s an organization that I’m proud to be a part of.”
Bodley will be located in Bonita Springs, Florida, and will report to Mezzalingua.
Details about PPC and the company’s wide range of products are available at www.ppc-online.com.