Belkin Hires George Platisa as New Chief Financial Officer

PLAYA VISTA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Belkin today announced that it has hired George Platisa as its new chief financial officer. Platisa joins Belkin from Ascent Media Group, a media content management and distribution company, where he was CFO and executive vice president.

Belkin today announced that it has hired George Platisa as its new chief financial officer. (Photo: Business Wire)

“We are pleased to have George’s considerable experience and successful track record on board at Belkin,” said President and CEO Chet Pipkin. “His varied career experiences in entertainment, Internet, and healthcare will help Belkin make the right decisions and execute our plans in the global consumer and enterprise markets we serve.”

Platisa brings tremendous experience with strategic financial planning, global operations, inventory management, and mergers and acquisitions. Previously, he served in executive roles at Price Waterhouse, Broadband Sports, Pacificare of California, and The Walt Disney Co.

About Belkin

At Belkin, we are inspired by people to realize the potential of technology. With more than 200 patents and a history of world-class innovation and insight, Belkin delivers product solutions to make consumers’ lives easier. Belkin’s portfolio reflects the convergence of home networking and entertainment, energy management, home automation, and mobile accessories. Belkin also provides robust enterprise solutions for public and private sector organizations. A privately held company founded in 1983, Belkin has more than 1,200 employees in 25 countries. Headquartered in Playa Vista, Calif., Belkin can also be found on the web at Belkin.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/belkin, and on Twitter at Twitter.com/belkin.

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