Date Posted:
06/23/2011
Title:
Bravin Latest To Lead The Z’s Marketing Team
Summary:
Philip Bravin has been named vice president of marketing at The Z®.
Body:
CLEARWATER, Fla. [June 23, 2011] — Philip Bravin has been named vice president of marketing at The Z®. After working with the company as a consultant for three years, he now leads the marketing team in development and promotion of The Z’s products and services.
“We’ve greatly appreciated Phil’s contributions as a consultant, and we’re thrilled to have him join us now as a member of our executive management team,” said Sean Belanger, CEO. “He has an extensive background in the development and application of technology to improve communication access for the deaf and hard of hearing, which makes him a tremendous asset.”
Bravin retired from his position as technology and development officer at Communication Service for the Deaf (CSD) in July 2005, after spending eight years with the company in various roles, first as a consultant and later as an employee. Prior to that, he spent two decades working for IBM. He’s also served as president and chief executive officer for National Captioning Institute, as well as a brief stint as interim chief executive officer at Lexington School/Center for the Deaf. Throughout, he’s been a self-employed consultant and remained busy after his retirement with various consulting projects.
“I’m pleased to become a full-fledged member of the Z team,” said Bravin. “I’ve been involved with VRS in various capacities since its inception, and I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to play a larger role in the development and promotion of ZVRS.”
A Gallaudet University graduate, Phil also remains active in the community, serving on the board of trustees for Lexington School/Center for the Deaf, Vermont Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, and Austine School for the Deaf. He’s also a member of National Association of the Deaf, Telecommunications for the Deaf Inc. and New England Deaf Senior Citizens.