### Gerard Figols Appointed as Chief Product Officer of i-PRO, Aiming to Propel Global Product Strategy
In a significant move within the security solutions industry, i-PRO, previously known as Panasonic Security, has announced the appointment of Gerard Figols as the company’s Chief Product Officer (CPO). With an impressive career spanning over 17 years in the physical security sector, Figols is set to bring his extensive global experience and strategic insight to i-PRO, aiming to further solidify the company’s position as a leader in surveillance and public safety solutions.
During his tenure as president of i-PRO EMEA and i-PRO APAC, Figols showcased remarkable leadership, contributing significantly to the company’s growth and success in these regions. His comprehensive background in engineering, marketing, and sales has been pivotal in establishing i-PRO’s footprint in the security industry. As CPO, Figols is tasked with leading i-PRO’s global product strategy, focusing on innovation, ethical AI, cybersecurity, and enhancing partnerships with Video Management System (VMS) partners.
i-PRO CEO Masato Nakao expressed confidence in Figols’ appointment, highlighting his ability to leverage international insights to develop products that meet diverse market needs. Figols himself is enthusiastic about driving the company’s product strategy forward, emphasizing the importance of international collaboration and innovation in delivering top-notch hardware solutions globally.
In related news, Jose Riolobos has been appointed as the new president of i-PRO EMEA, succeeding Figols. Riolobos, with his extensive experience within i-PRO and previously Panasonic, is poised to continue the trajectory of growth and excellence established by his predecessor.
This leadership reshuffle marks a new chapter for i-PRO as it continues to innovate and lead in the provision of advanced sensing technologies and solutions that aim to make the world a safer place.
i-PRO, previously known as Panasonic Security and recognized globally for its professional security solutions, has recently announced the appointment of Gerard Figols as the company’s Chief Product Officer (CPO). Figols, who has over 17 years of experience in the physical security sector, is celebrated for his global expertise and strategic insight, which he will now bring to his new role at i-PRO.
Before his appointment as CPO, Figols excelled as the president of i-PRO in both the EMEA and APAC regions. His leadership significantly contributed to the company’s expansion and success in these areas. Figols’ comprehensive background in engineering, marketing, and sales has been pivotal in establishing i-PRO’s footprint in the security industry. In his capacity as CPO, Figols will lead the global product strategy for i-PRO.
i-PRO’s CEO, Masato Nakao, expressed confidence in Figols’ appointment, highlighting it as a step towards reinforcing i-PRO’s position as a global entity. Nakao praised Figols’ ability to work across different cultures and utilize insights from various business regions to develop products that meet the diverse needs of industries and markets worldwide.
Figols shared his enthusiasm for his new role, emphasizing i-PRO’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and leading the market with its open AI platform and high-quality engineering. He aims to focus on ethical AI, cybersecurity, and enhancing integration with Video Management System (VMS) partners to drive global product strategy. Figols is dedicated to fostering international collaboration and simplifying processes for channel partners, aiming to continue delivering superior hardware to customers around the globe.
In a related development, i-PRO has named Jose Riolobos as the new president of i-PRO EMEA, succeeding Figols. Riolobos, who has held senior roles within i-PRO and Panasonic in Europe and Japan, expressed his honor in continuing the legacy of success and driving growth in the EMEA region.
About i-PRO:
i-PRO is a leading innovator in intelligent surveillance, public safety, and industrial/medical imaging technologies. Founded in 2019 from Panasonic’s legacy of over 60 years of innovation, i-PRO aims to extend human senses through products, software, and services that capture critical moments, thereby contributing to a safer world by supporting professionals in life-protecting roles.