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Late last week, Bloomberg News reported that Stroeer is thinking about a potential four billion euros sale of its ‘billboard unit’.

It said that Stroeer is working with advisers and has received interest for its billboard unit from private equity firms including Hellman & Friedman and KKR.

Other buyout firms such as CVC Capital Partners and EQT AB had previously considered deals related to Stroeer, the report added.

Stroeer did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Hellman & Friedman and KKR declined to comment.

The next Digital Signage Federation Mix and Mingle will take place in San Diego February 27 between 2:30 – 7:30 pm PST.

More information can be found here.

Clear Channel Outdoor has entered into a definitive agreement to sell the businesses constituting its Europe-North segment to Bauer Radio Limited, a subsidiary of Bauer Media Group. The expected purchase price from the transaction of USD 625M is subject to certain customary adjustments. The all-cash consideration represents a transaction multiple of approximately 6.5x Europe-North segment results for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024.

Yvonne Bauer, Chair, Bauer Media Board said “The acquisition of Clear Channel Europe represents a pivotal step in advancing our Group’s refocused strategy. By enhancing our core media and related businesses while investing in our digital transformation, this move broadens our capabilities and strengthens our position as a major player in the highly competitive media industry. Bringing together our two companies’ offerings will enable us to reach 350 million consumers through 200 magazine brands, 150 Audio brands, and 110,000 Out of Home sites across Europe. This expands the scope of what we can offer advertisers, in turn giving them the opportunity to amplify the impact and relevance of their campaigns in an increasingly connected and digital world. We look forward to welcoming the Clear Channel team to Bauer Media. Together, we will create a comprehensive and innovative media offering that meets the evolving needs of our advertisers and audiences across the region,”

Clear Channel Europe’s leadership team will continue to lead the Out of Home operations and the 1,400 staff.

Justin Cochrane, CEO, Clear Channel Outdoor UK & Europe told us “We look forward to joining Bauer Media to build upon the strong foundation that we have established in these European markets as a part of Clear Channel Outdoor. The consistent top-line performance of our Europe-North assets year-to-date underscores the growing demand in these markets and the dedication of our teams to executing for our clients and partners.”

Bauer Media’s lead M&A adviser was LionTree Advisers. Reed Smith served as legal adviser. The company was also advised by Deloitte and Herbert Smith Freehills.

Former marketing communications manager at Peerless-AV and much loved content director at Systems Contractor News (SCN) and Digital Signage Magazine Megan A. Dutta has left her most recent role with THE rAVe Agency where she was the director of emerging markets.

Megan joined THE rAVe Agency in August 2021. You can reach out to Megan via LinkedIn here.

Keri Lartz, former Director of Operations has also left the agency.

Keri joined THE rAVe Agency back in March 2020.

Treat this as a starting place for a number of networking events taking place in Barcelona during #ISE2025. Note that many of the events are invite only and / or require registration. Do contact the organisers if in any doubt.

Monday February 3, 2025

16:9 Mixer
18:00 – 20:00
Esdeveniments Esferic Barcelona
Plaça de Dante, 08038 Barcelona, Spain
GPS: 41.368806, 2.165012
Closest street address (across street) – Avinguda Miramar, 31, 08038 Barcelona, Spain
Registration can be found here.

2025 Global Digital Signage Awards
20:00-22:00
Esdeveniments Esferic Barcelona
Plaça de Dante, 08038 Barcelona, Spain
GPS: 41.368806, 2.165012
Closest street address (across street) – Avinguda Miramar, 31, 08038 Barcelona, Spain

Tuesday February 4, 2025

Mixer and Meetup: AV Marketers
16:00 – 17:00
Xchange LIVE Booth 3R150
Get together with your marketing colleagues to discuss current challenges and future opportunities which impact AV-marketeers.

Avocor Happy Hour (Registration required to attend, click here)
16:30 – 18:00
Avocor Booth Hall 2, V300

Bose Professional After Work Drink (By Invitation)
18:00-20:00
Salamandra Club
235 Avinguda del Carrilet 08907 L’Hospitalet de Llobregat Spain

2025 InAVation Awards
MNAC
Barcelona

Wednesday February 5, 2025

Liberty AV Lunch
13:00 – 16:00
More details to be announced next week

Mixer and Meetup: All women in AV including AVIXA Diversity and Women’s Councils
15:00 – 16:00
Xchange LIVE Booth 3R150
The organisers’ say “Join us on AVIXA Xchange LIVE and the AVIXA Member Lounge where we will host a mixer and meet-up for all women in AV, including the AVIXA Diversity and Women’s Councils”.
Speaker: Iffat Chaudhry, Bid Manager – Involve visual Collaboration

VuWall Cocktail Party and Awards Ceremony (RSVP here)
16:00 – 18:00
VuWall Stand 5C700

Cocktails With AV Magazine (Registration can be found here)
17:00 – 19:00
Booth 5B700
Join the cream of the AV industry for cocktails and networking at stand 5B700, hosted by AV Magazine. Kindly sponsored by LAMPRO and Colorlight.

Peerless-AV Evening Event (Invite Only)
Duvet Club

Thursday February 6, 2025

Official ISE Higher Ed Happy Hour
14:00-16:00
HETMA Booth CS220

Avocor Happy Hour (Registration required to attend, click here)
16:30 – 18:00
Avocor Booth Hall 2, V300

Bubble House (Private event, invite only)
18:00-20:00
Marquee Narandam, FIRA Congress Hotel

XUSC Pixels y Cervezas
18:00-21:00
Black Lab Brewhouse
Palau del Mar, Pça. de Pau Vila, 1, Ciutat Vella, 08039 Barcelona
(Ticket Information Can Be Found Here)

Felipe Ramírez-Rodríguez has joined The Siroky Group (TSG) as Business Development Manager (USA & Canada).

We’ve known Felipe since he was at CEMUSA back in 2005 (CEMUSA was acquired by JCDecaux in 2014) and since then he’s had quite an industry veteran’s journey with The Media Merchants, OMI (Outdoor Media Intelligence), Trigger Networks.com, LiveGauge, Vertical Impression, Broadsign and Novus Media (acquired by Talon Outdoor in 2023).

He was most recently Sales Manager – USA & Canada at Spotzi

Electrosonic has enhanced its strategic partnership team by appointing David Whitemyer who will take on the role of director of partnerships, museums and culture and Kate Klipp will serve as sales associate.

• David comes to Electrosonic from Luci Creative, where he was the executive director of strategic partnerships. He has a degree in architecture and over 30 years of experience in the museum industry as a designer and project manager and as an educator in the Museum Studies program at Johns Hopkins University. He will develop opportunities in the company’s museums and culture practice and build partnerships to meet Electrosonic’s clients’ audiovisual and technology needs.
• Kate has experience in business development, copywriting, and strategy, which will help her support colleagues, clients, and partners. Her background in communication and experiential spaces will benefit the company’s goals in the commercial and entertainment sectors. She previously served as business development director at Eisterhold Associates.

Chris Johnson, vice president of sales and strategic partnerships at Electrosonic told us “David Whitemyer is a true visionary and well respected as a leading voice in the industry. He has built a track record of outstanding success throughout his career and his deep expertise in museums and entertainment will enable our clients and partners to thrive in our digital world.”

He added “Kate’s understanding of relationships and strategy will be a vital link between our team and our partners. Her expert approach and sincere interest in our clients’ success will ensure that we can serve their needs in designing, building and supporting impactful stories, including the world’s most complex projects.”

We are told that they both have a lot of experience in the entertainment industry and will play a key role in Electrosonic’s growth plans.

George Muench has joined the Daktronics (NASDAQ-DAKT) sales team where he will serve sign company partners, organizations, billboard owners and schools within central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, including Madison, Wausau and Fox Valley.

He will work with customers to understand their needs and provide the proper digital LED solutions and services for high schools, out of home and commercial on premise markets.

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Hernán Estrada has joined Latcom – Worldcom OOH as Global General Manager. He will lead the organization towards consolidation and expansion in key international markets.

Valentín Bueno, Global CEO of Latcom – Worldcom told us “Hernán’s appointment is a fundamental step in strengthening our global presence and consolidating our leadership in the OOH market. His background and ability to lead multicultural teams will be key to our mission of providing innovative and effective solutions to our clients worldwide.”

Hernán holds a Bachelor’s degree in Advertising from Universidad del Salvador and a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the Escuela Argentina de Negocios. He also earned an MBA from the University of Miami and is well known for his ability to lead multicultural teams.

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Ed Martin has joined LED Studio as its new technical manager, he joins after spending almost 10 years at Midwich. His AV career also includes spells at PSCO and RCG Communications.

From overseeing large-scale installations to delivering hands-on training, Martin’s expertise spans diverse sectors, including rental and live events, education, digital signage, corporate environments, museum exhibits, theme parks, visitor centres and high-end residential systems with full automation.