NILES, IL, July 29, 2008 — This year, Shure Incorporated’s channel partner in Korea, Sama ProSound, is celebrating its 40th year as a Shure Distributor. Mr. Joong S. Inn established the firm and began its partnership with Shure in 1968.
“In today’s marketplace, it has become increasingly rare to find the kind of long-lasting, productive, and cooperative partnership that we have enjoyed with Sama ProSound over the past 40 years,” said Sandy LaMantia, President and CEO of Shure. “We recognize that our own growth and reputation in Korea is directly impacted by Sama ProSound’s interactions with our customers, and we truly appreciate the relationship that we have with Mr. Inn and his staff. They have played a vital role in our success in Asia.”
Sama ProSound Company is one of the most successful and renowned distributors in the pro-audio industry in Korea. The company currently represents/distributes QSC Audio, TC Electronic, Dynaudio, PreSonus, OHM as well as Shure in Korea.
“We have always been very proud and excited to be a Shure distributor. Shure is not only the world’s best microphone manufacturer but also has a business philosophy that can be truly trusted by all our staff and customers. Shure deserves our passion and continuous efforts for the past 40 years” said Jason Inn, President of Sama ProSound. “I believe the main force behind the steady growth of Sama and Shure during the past 40 years in Korea is the tight cooperation and constant efforts by both companies based on mutual trust that has been built over the years. We will continue to make our best efforts for the growth of both companies by sharing the business philosophies, win-win strategy, and long-term vision with Shure.”