Graham Kirkpatrick has joined Absen as its European industry development director, aiming to strengthen Absen’s relationship with consultants and value across European initiatives.
Aiming to strengthen Absen’s focus on early stage specification and closer collaboration with the consultant community, Kirkpatrick’s new role will see him work closely with AV consultants, architects, and planners, supporting the delivery of visual systems across a wide range of projects.
Kirkpatrick’s remit will see him assist Absen’s regional teams and key partners, drawing on his industry experience to drive collaboration and consistency for Absen across the European market.
For the past decade, Kirkpatrick worked at Sharp Display Solutions as a technical advocate and advisor, progressing from tackling practical technical challenges to shaping global strategies.
Emma Liu, regional president Europe, Absen, commented: “Graham’s appointment is an important step in bolstering Absen’s consultant engagement strategy across Europe.
“He brings a rare blend of deep technical knowledge and commercial insight supported by a strong understanding of how projects are specified and delivered across Europe. His experience will be instrumental in helping Absen add value where it matters most and we’re delighted to welcome him to the team.”