Dynon
Avionics has appointed Robert Hamilton as President of
the company, effective Monday Oct. 29. Hamilton assumes these duties after the
departure of Vice President of Engineering and COO Nick Bogner on Friday Oct.
26.
Bogner has been with Dynon since the
very beginning in 2000 and has been part of the development of all Dynon’s
products. After 12 years with Dynon, Bogner has accepted a challenging opportunity
at another company. Hamilton, formerly
Sales and Marketing Manager with Dynon said that “Nick was instrumental in
building Dynon as a leader in the avionics industry, and we wish him the
absolute best in his new adventure.”
Hamilton
brings over 25 years of management experience in the electronics and avionics
industries, and is an avid private pilot. As the new President of Dynon
Avionics Hamilton will oversee all departments and intends to continue the
Dynon tradition of designing and manufacturing innovative, state-of-the-art
equipment, continues to improve quality in production, and maintain the highest
level of customer support.
Michael
Schofield is a Dynon product guru, private pilot, and has been with the company
since 2005. Most recently, he has worked with the marketing and engineering
teams at Dynon as a Product Manager. In his new role as Marketing Manager,
Michael will additionally lead Dynon's marketing and customer service efforts.
Michael is also active in the ASTM committees for light aircraft standards
development. Before Dynon, Michael began his career at Microsoft after
graduating with a degree in Computer Science from Rutgers University.
Kirk
Kleinholz is a CFII and is leading the company’s transition training efforts,
most notably by offering his hands-on SkyView training classes at major
airshows and monthly at the company’s headquarters. Kirk has been with Dynon
for three years as the Sales Account Manager and will now manage all dealer
relations and sales personnel. Kirk is a former US Navy Aircrewman and
Washington Pilots Association State President. He has been a pilot since 1995
and managed several small businesses before joining Dynon.
Robert Hamilton stated "Michael and Kirk are both enthusiastic pilots and focused on helping fellow pilots, and I know they will make a great team for our Sales and Marketing efforts at Dynon. Michael's efforts on the ASTM committee are helping everyone in the industry, and Kirk's aviation experience is a valuable asset for our customers."
John Torode, Founder and
Chairman of Dynon, stated “I am pleased to have Robert assuming the duties of
President. Having worked with Robert for four years and seeing the results of
his marketing efforts to build the Dynon brand, I know he has the ability and
drive to continue growing Dynon as the leader in Homebuilt and Light Sport
Avionics.”
