Seattle-based Tectonic Audio Labs is preparing to enter a new stage of rapid growth with the appointment of former Bose Corporation executive Fuat Koro as president and chief executive officer. In his role, Koro intends to propel strategic alliances, technical innovation and revenue growth for the innovative loudspeaker company, renowned for its OEM solutions that can be found in products across consumer, automotive and enterprise verticals.
Tectonic Audio Labs is getting ready to enter a fast growth stage as it is getting ready to launch new generations of its patented Balance Mode Radiator (BMR) technology. Positioning the brand for rapid expansion, Fuat Koro brings more than two decades of experience driving international growth for both B2B and B2C companies, having previously served as vice president of corporate strategy and innovation for Bose Corporation.
“I’m incredibly excited to be joining Tectonic Audio Labs as it stands on the precipice of monumental growth,” Koro says. “We’re currently living in the ‘golden age’ of audio, and OEMs from across industries are looking for ways to create new listening experiences that elevate their products and help them stand out in the marketplace. For example, virtual reality headsets that feature off-ear audio to create a more realistic gaming experience. Smart gyms that provide the interactivity of a real gym, complete with expert coaches and high-energy music. Videoconferencing devices that combine 360-degree views with audio to facilitate collaboration in the workplace. Each of these products rely on rich, immersive audio to be successful with consumers, and for our OEM partners, Tectonic is the key to that success.”
Prior to joining Tectonic, Koro led a 160-person division at Bose Corporation focused on identifying, planning and developing new business. He also held various operational positions across business units spanning 82 countries, overseeing product development, engineering, mergers and acquisitions, business development and strategic partnerships.
Earlier in his career, Koro worked as a management consultant at Innosight alongside executive teams at several Fortune 500 technology companies to bolster growth strategies, business model designs and innovation capabilities. He also held engineering positions at Delphi and General Motors. Koro holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mechanical engineering and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Rochester.
“The entire Tectonic team is driven by a passion for an unmatched audio listening experience, something Fuat clearly shares,” says Anthony Bontrager, Managing Director of WestRiver Group and Tectonic Board Director. “He’s a seasoned industry veteran with a proven track record in building long-term success, making him the perfect leader for Tectonic’s newest – and most exciting – chapter.”
Tectonic Balanced Mode Radiator (BRM) audio transducers distribute acoustic energy more effectively, and its latest generation delivers extended sound power response (SWL) and extremely wide directivity characteristics, ideal for passive or active systems. The audio industry is finding growing opportunities to leverage the benefits of new BMR drivers in conferencing systems, smart speakers, Bluetooth speakers, ceiling speakers, low crossover two-way systems, soundbars and automotive applications.
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