Broadcast technology services and systems integration provider Inrush Broadcast Services has announced the addition of Rob Bertrand as a partner to lead the company’s growth on the East Coast and in public media.
Bertrand most recently served as Senior Director of Technology for WAMU Washington DC from 2016 until 2024 where he led construction of DC’s largest community antenna system, launched critical multiplatform content management systems, modernization of their traffic, automation, and CRM platforms, and shift of the station to 100% remote production during the pandemic. He began his career as a staff engineer for WCTC/WMGQ New Brunswick NJ before spending over a decade at CBS Radio New York rising to Chief Engineer in 2010. During his tenure he led the relocation of the studios and newsroom of 880 WCBS as well as the technological build-out of the CBS Sports Radio Network. He has also served as a GM, Chief Engineer and advisor to Rutgers University’s “90.3 The Core” WVPH Piscataway NJ.
Bertrand joins current partners Mike Dorris, Brian Sapp, Shaun Dolan, and Cameron Boswell in leading Inrush’s 14-person team. He said, “I’ve admired the reputation that Inrush has established over the past five years and I’m impressed with their innovative approaches to systems integration and centralized support for station operations. They are an incredibly smart, energetic, and talented crew and it’s invigorating to see how they work together to recruit and develop new talent in our mature industry. I’m thrilled to support that work as we continue to expand our offerings, team, and client base.”
Founder Dorris said, “We are excited to welcome Rob as a partner. He is a well-known technology leader in our industry and he cares so deeply about people and the audiences we serve – he’s a perfect fit for our growing company and the stations who trust us to keep them running. We are excited to continue growing and believe that Rob will help us expand intelligently, while anchoring people and purpose as we work to improve the radio engineering landscape in the US.”
Fellow partner Brian Sapp said, “The growth we’ve achieved over the past five years has been incredible. We’re proud of what our team has been able to accomplish together and believe that Rob is key to helping us unlock further success in this next chapter.”
This story first appeared on radioinsight.com