Barry Fairhurst is joining Algolith as VP of worldwide sales, heading up its global sales strategy.

Previously, Fairhurst spent 12 years with Avid Technology in channel and strategic accounts management. Prior to Avid, he worked at Digital Rapids as VP of sales.

‘We are delighted to have Barry Fairhurst join Algolith as VP of Sales. Barry has an outstanding sales and business track record for over twenty years,’ said Yvan Ouellet, president and CEO of Algolith, in a statement. ‘[His] business experience as well as keen understanding of the broadcast market will be key assets in bringing Algolith’s business forward.’

The Montreal-based company develops video processing algorithms.