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Digital Signage Man, Woman of the Year announced

November 29, 2007

SILVERDALE, Wash. — Digital Signage Forum announced Kris Matheson of Artisan Live as Digital Signage Man of 2007, and Brandy Siler, executive sales consultant of Blue Pony Digital as Digital Signage Woman of 2007. Each was chosen for their notable impact on their digital signage business or the industry in general. "Kris Matheson has recognized the importance of the transformational potential of digital signage and has strived to become a leader in the production, programming and placement of content for retail and out-of-home digital media," said Rich Perry of BTV+. "The ripple affects of the strong worth ethics of content providers has strengthened the industry and spawned new business to develop around the globe to take advantage (of) the growing market."

"Brandy Siler has really put a lot of time and effort into the industry," said Josh Coffman, DNA Network. "She really cares about it and has worked hard to educate those involved in the importance of creative and high quality content. Under Brandy's supervision, Blue Pony's digital content is located online and in more than 1,350 screens in digital signage with consistent high-quality advertisements and tradeshow content for many high-profile vendors."

The four judges were Josh Coffman, hotel network expert for DNA Networks; Rich Perry, director, U.S. and Mexico sales and interactive specialist, BTV+; Jay Patel, president of BlueFire Digital; and David Ellis, industry media expert.