Riedel Communications Appoints Jan Schaffner as VP of Managed Technology Americas – Sports Video Group

Riedel Communications has announced the expansion of its Managed Technology Division in the Americas and the appointment of Jan Schaffner as Vice President, Managed Technology Americas.

Riedel’s Managed Technology Division has been building its Americas presence over the past several years, establishing an operational base in Los Angeles and an additional hub in Concord, N.C., focused on sports, motorsports, and live events.

Lutz Rathmann, CEO Managed Technology at Riedel Communications, says: “We are here to stay — and we are investing in people, infrastructure, and long-term relationships across the Americas. With Jan leading our efforts in the Americas, we have someone who understands both worlds — our technology ecosystem and the realities of the U.S. market — and is well-positioned to bring them together. Having already helped establish our Managed Technology activities in the region, he is the right person to continue building the business locally together with our customers and partners.”

The Managed Technology Division focuses on specialized service solutions and complex workflows, combining Riedel products with proprietary technology and dedicated service teams. The division works alongside regional rental partners and system integrators rather than competing with them.

Schaffner joined Riedel in 2018 and has served most recently as Program Manager for the division’s regional expansion, contributing to projects across global sports leagues and live event environments. In his new role, he will lead continued growth of the Managed Technology Division in the Americas.

Jan Schaffner, Vice President, Managed Technology Americas, says: “We are building Managed Technology in the Americas in a way that reflects the realities of the market. Rather than copying models from other regions, we are working closely with customers and partners to develop solutions that match how the market operates and where it is heading.”

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