RTI hires Neal Ellsworth as director of product management, AV Distribution

Neal Ellsworth has joined control and automation manufacturer RTI as director of product management, AV distribution. He will be tasked with delivering a new portfolio of multizone audio/video distribution systems, amplifiers and video over IP systems.

“We’re dedicated to providing our dealers with innovative solutions that help them win more business and are excited Neal is leading the team in delivering unique audio and video distribution toward that commitment,” said RTI CEO Joe Roberts. “He brings a wealth of experience and deep understanding of the AV market, combined with an impressive track record of success in product management and development that will benefit our dealers and distributors.”

Ellsworth joins RTI from Nortek Security and Control, where he served as senior product manager and was responsible for the development of video distribution and AV-over-IP solutions for the company’s Xantech and ELAN product lines.

“AV distribution is an important growth category where we know we can create great experiences for our dealers and their customers,” commented Ellsworth. “I’m excited to work with the RTI team to present a new generation of solutions that create opportunities for our channel partners.”