YAMAHA UNVEILS NEW CORPORATE CAMPUS IN CALIFORNIA
Y amaha Corp. of America has unveiled its newly transformed corporate campus in Buena Park, California. The reimagined headquarters reflects the company’s com- mitment to innovation, employee experience and sustainability. Designed in collaboration with Gensler, the Yamaha campus features a new head- quarters building, Atelier, a warehouse and
upgraded site amenities. Highlights include an outdoor “jam” space, walking paths and a circular visitor drop-off area. The campus provides a dynamic envi- ronment for the 400 Yamaha employees, featuring indoor and outdoor meeting areas, an instrument evaluation studio within the expanded Atelier facilities, a multi-use pre- sentation space with seating for more than
200 people, and cafe seating that transitions between indoor and outdoor settings. Sustainability is at the forefront of the campus design with features that include a light-filled lobby and workspace with inte- grated skylights; 19 electric vehicle charging stations; solar-ready infrastructure; over 150 new trees and biophilic elements; and more. {usa.yamaha.com}
Gavin Mortimer (right) welcomes Paul Germain to PRS Europe.
PRS GUITARS EUROPE NAMES GERMAIN ITS MANAGING DIRECTOR P RS Guitars and PRS Guitars Europe have announced Paul Germain’s ap- pointment as managing director. In his new role, Germain will be leading PRS Europe’s operations. “Paul has a wealth of experience in sales, marketing, retail, distribution, manufacturing and company management at the highest level within our industry,” said Jamie Mann, president of PRS Guitars. “I’m delighted he has agreed to join and lead the great team we have in Europe, based in Cambridge, U.K.” Formed in 2012 to accelerate growth in the European market, PRS Guitars Eu- rope is a wholly-owned subsidiary of PRS Guitars. This new hire aims to support the next phase of that growth by maturing the internal business practices, localizing brand awareness initiatives and strengthening dealer relations. “I’m excited to join PRS Guitars Europe and eager to contribute to the rich legacy of this iconic brand,” Germain said. “I look forward to collaborating with our dedicated customers and the talented teams in the U.K., Europe and Maryland.” With this appointment, PRS Guitars Europe CEO, Gavin Mortimer, moves to chairman. {prsguitars.com}
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