Vislink announced January 2nd, 2024. the appointment of Bill Sweeney as the Managing Director of its MilGov business. His appointment is a strategic move following Vislink’s acquisition of Broadcast Microwave Services (BMS) assets in September 2023.
Sweeney is an esteemed leader in the Airborne Video Downlink Systems (AVDS) industry, and he joins Vislink with over a decade of experience in roles that transformed Troll Systems Corporations and Broadcast Microwave Services. His contributions at these companies were instrumental in establishing significant domestic and international client relationships, leading to notable business successes. His expertise in building high-performance sales teams has been pivotal in driving revenue growth.
Before his tenure at Troll Systems Corporations and Broadcast Microwave Services, Sweeney held various sales positions at Tilera, Axiom Microdevices, REMEC, and Cisco Systems. He is an alumnus of San Diego State University, holding a Bachelor of Arts in Economics.
Mickey Miller, CEO of Vislink, stated: “Bill’s deep understanding of the AVDS market and his impressive sales leadership skills fit perfectly with our strategic vision for the MilGov segment, which is central to Vislink’s growth. Bill’s role will be critical in integrating our existing services with the newly acquired BMS capabilities, enhancing our offerings in the military and public safety markets and further cementing Vislink’s position in the dynamic AVDS market.”
Sweeney added: “I am honored to join Vislink and contribute to the company’s growth, especially following a year of momentum and promising wins within its core MilGov segment, including the recent transformative acquisition of BMS assets. I am eager to leverage my experience in the AVDS market to drive forward our strategic objectives and accelerate Vislink’s emergence as a force in this expanding market.”
About Vislink Technologies, Inc.
Vislink Technologies is a global technology leader in capturing, delivering and managing high-quality live video and associated data. With a renowned heritage in video communications encompassing over 50 years, Vislink has revolutionized live video communications by delivering the highest-quality video from the scene, even in the most challenging transmission conditions—enabling broadcasters and public safety agencies to capture and share live video seamlessly and securely. Through its Mobile Viewpoint product lines, Vislink also provides live streaming solutions using bonded cellular, 5G, and AI-driven technologies for automated news and sports productions. Vislink’s shares of common stock are publicly traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker symbol “VISL.” For more information, visit www.vislink.com.
