Global channel-in-a-box manufacturer PlayBox Technology UK Limited has named Mike Provancha to serve as its managing director.

Provancha has over 40 years of video experience in engineering, sales, and management. In addition to his engineering degree, he holds a bachelors degree in marketing. Starting his sales career with Ampex and subsequently Grass Valley Group, Provancha has held management positions at Abekas, Pluto, NVP and Masstech--where he was managing director of EMEA. He most recently was co-founder and managing director of LS Global Partners, an international business development firm.

With full responsibility for the growth and management of PlayBox Technology, Provancha will play a key role in meeting the company’s goals, as well as building on its reputation for service and providing superior products. PlayBox Technology has provided over 17,500 TV and branding channels worldwide.

Provancha will be based at the company headquarters located in Brookmans Park Teleport, just north of London.