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August 21, 2024

Nice North America Names Industry Veteran Joe Mac McConnell as Vice President of Security Sales

The appointment brings over two decades of expertise to accelerate growth and innovation across the security solutions portfolio.

CARLSBAD, Calif. – Nice, a global leader in Home and Building Management solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Joe Mac McConnell as Vice President of Security Sales. With extensive leadership and expertise in the security industry, McConnell is well-positioned to drive acceleration for the Nice security business unit in North America.

In this role, McConnell will focus on expansion of the Nice security solutions portfolio and the 2GIG brand, which recently announced the launch of E+ Extended Range Sensors, delivering cutting-edge solutions tailored to the unique needs of both residential and commercial markets. His extensive experience in security positions him as a strategic leader who will elevate Nice offerings and further solidify the company’s commitment to smart and integrated security solutions.

“We are thrilled to have Joe Mac join the Nice North America team,” said Julio Ferreira, Chief Sales Officer at Nice North America. “His leadership and forward-thinking approach align perfectly with our vision and bring a unique perspective on the needs of our dealers, integrators, and end users. Joe’s deep understanding of the market and his commitment to innovation will play a key role in driving our next phase of growth.”

McConnell’s focus will be on enhancing the market presence of Nice and 2GIG, leading strategies that meet the evolving demands partners and customers. He brings a proven track record of leadership and revenue growth, having previously served at ADT Security Systems, where he led both the Residential and Commercial Sales Divisions across North America, and launching Cox Communications security solutions into a multi-million-dollar revenue division. Most recently, McConnell served as Chief Sales Officer at Osprey Fire & Life Safety in Carlsbad, CA.

“Nice has a remarkable global legacy of pioneering smart and integrated solutions,” said Joe Mac, Vice President of Security Sales at Nice North America. “I'm thrilled to join the team and contribute to its ongoing vision of cutting-edge technologies for our customers. With both sides having decades dedicated to advancements in the security industry, I am confident we will rapidly expand our footprint and deliver unparalleled customer experiences.”

McConnell’s appointment underscores the commitment from Nice to push boundaries in the smart home and security sectors, ensuring the company continues to deliver world-class solutions that are both innovative and reliable.

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About Nice North America

Nice North America, a subsidiary of Nice, is one of the largest manufacturers of smart residential, commercial, and industrial solutions in the world, with seamless and easy-to-install technology for smart home control, security and automation, perimeter access, protection and control, sunshade solutions, power management, and whole home entertainment. The company is headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, with several R&D and manufacturing centers across the region. Professional integrators, dealers, and distribution partners grow their business with CEU training and education, technical and field support, and award-winning sales and marketing programs. The company is a proud national sponsor of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program, supporting wounded veterans and their families with specially adapted smart homes. For further information, visit www.niceforyou.com.

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Nice North America
m.burson@niceforyou.com 

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