Econocom launches European AV, UC and IT brand Gather

Econocom Group has introduced Gather, a new brand designed to strengthen and expand its AV, UC and IT capabilities.

The new brand underlines Econocom’s commitment to support its customers with excellent digital work, retail, travel and leisure spaces in Europe and beyond.

The launch of Gather is part of Econocom’s strategic plan for the coming five years. Econocom plans to offer clients innovation, expertise, and a seamless convergence of services on a global scale. This is aimed at every organisation in every industry, including multinational companies, airports, retail chains, financial institutions, governments and stadiums.

International coordination and representation of Gather will be led by Jean-Pierre Overbeek, currently the CEO of BIS|Econocom, who has 25 years’ experience in AV and IT.

Jean-Louis Bouchard, founder and chairman of the Econocom Group, said: “Historically, people have gathered in various ways. Today, as we stand at the intersection of innovation and connection, we are taking the essence of gathering to new digital heights. Drawing from the strengths of Econocom’s leading audiovisual, unified communications, and information technology entities across Europe, we are redefining the way in which people and businesses connect, collaborate, and create.

“Our responsibility extends beyond mere business. With a strong commitment to sustainability, ethics and security, our vision is not just about technological advancement, but about human and societal progress. In this exciting journey we combine the core strengths of Econocom; our solutions for workplaces, infrastructure and workspaces are the perfect fit, complemented by our as-a-service possibilities and other financial services.”

In June this year, Econocom announced the launch of a dedicated AV division with €350m in 2022 revenue, bringing together the group’s AV capabilities within its smart office technology company Exaprobe, its AV, UC and digital signage specialist BIS|Econocom and its products and solutions business lines, particularly those in France, Spain and Italy.