NASHUA, N.H., April 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Jabra,
the world's leading manufacturer of wireless audio solutions,
announced a new partnership with PRO Group (www.progroup.net), the
large member division of ProSource. The partnership
designates Jabra as an approved Authorized Vendor for the ProSource
consortium of retailers in North
America.
"In partnering with the PRO Group, we are excited to widen the
Jabra brand's footprint in North
America with this highly-respected group of retailers that
will now be able to sell our industry-leading products to brick and
mortar and online retailers," says Bruce
Tripido, General Manager Jabra North
America. "The PRO Group's commitment to partnering with
quality brands aligns with Jabra's dedication to bringing premium
products to the marketplace."
Jabra's expansive product catalog consists of innovative headset
and speakerphone solutions, as well as a recently-launched new
stereo line which includes the Jabra Revo wireless and Jabra Revo
stereo headphones and the Jabra Vox ear buds.
"PRO Group is extremely pleased to be partnering with Jabra to
offer another premium brand of headphones and Bluetooth portable
speakers that can also provide a comprehensive portfolio of hands
free devices for the telecom market," says Dave Workman, Executive Director and COO of PRO
Group.
The PRO Group is a 26 year old member owned, not for profit
organization which has positioned itself through the years as the
preeminent place for larger consumer electronics specialty
retailers. PRO Group Retailer Members consist of some of the
largest, most successful home and mobile entertainment regional
retailers in the U.S. who are dedicated to advancing the latest
technologies and customer services. PRO consists of a broad cross
section of different retailer channels throughout the U.S.
including brick, brick and click and on line retailers with best in
class merchandising, product selection, product knowledge and
services.
About PRO Group
PRO Group is the CE
industry's leading up-market buying group. In addition to
coordinating purchasing, the Group facilitates idea exchange of
best advertising, merchandising and training practices between its
members. PRO Group's membership includes: Bill Smith Electronics
and Appliances, Bjorn's Audio/Video, Car Toys, Crutchfield
Corporation, Electronics Expo, Huppin's/OneCall, J&R Music and
Computer World, ListenUp, MODIA, Ovation Audio/Video, Rymax
Marketing Services, Inc., Stereo Advantage, TransWorld
Entertainment and World Wide Stereo. For more information,
please visit www.progroup.net.
About ProSource
Founded in 2011, ProSource
is a cooperative, member-owned, not-for-profit buying group that
includes members of both Home Entertainment Source (HES) and PRO
Group. With retail sales of more than $3.1
billion, ProSource is the largest specialty and
consumer-electronics merchandising group in the United States, which allows it to
negotiate stronger programs with manufacturers, helps independent
retailers stay relevant to consumers, and keeps the specialty A/V
channel competitive. ProSource leverages the assets of both HES and
PRO Group, including PRO Group's 26 years of industry experience,
and the resources of HES and parent company, BrandSource, to offer
unparalleled benefits to its members. ProSource currently
represents more than 500 retailers and more than 950 storefronts.
While PRO Group and HES maintain separate identities, ProSource
represents as a single, combined and focused business to the vendor
community.
About Jabra
Jabra is the brand of GN
Netcom, a subsidiary of GN Store Nord A/S (GN) - listed on NASDAQ
OMX. Jabra employs approximately 900 people worldwide and in 2012
produced an annual revenue which amounted to DKK 2,355 million. Jabra is a world leader in the
development, manufacturing, and marketing of a broad range of
hands-free communications solutions. With a reputation for
innovation, reliability, and ease of use that goes back more than
two decades, Jabra's consumer and business divisions produce corded
and wireless headsets, plus mobile and in-office speakerphones that
empower individuals and businesses through increased freedom of
movement, comfort, and functionality.
2013 GN Netcom A/S. All rights reserved. Jabra® is a registered
trademark of GN Netcom A/S. All other trademarks included herein
are the property of their respective owners. (Design and
specifications subject to change without notice)
SOURCE Jabra