Joe Melfa
About Joe Melfa
Joe Melfa serves as the Vice President of the New York Metro Region at AVI Systems and has a long-standing career in the AV integration industry, including leadership roles at Tritech Communications and Audio Command Systems.
Work at AVI Systems
Joe Melfa serves as the Vice President for the New York Metro Region at AVI Systems, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he directs operations across a large team of employees, focusing on areas such as engineering, procurement, estimating, and design. Melfa has implemented a comprehensive training program aimed at developing and retaining skilled field service technicians and installers, enhancing the overall capabilities of the organization.
Previous Experience at Tritech Communications
Before joining AVI Systems, Joe Melfa worked at Tritech Communications as Executive Vice President for a brief period in 2022 to 2023. During his tenure, he successfully boosted services revenue, transforming it into a significant profit driver by balancing the revenue mix with value-added services and fostering long-term client engagements. He later assumed the role of President at Tritech Communications in 2006, where he has been for 18 years.
Background in Audio Command Systems
Joe Melfa's career includes a significant role at Audio Command Systems, where he worked as a Field Manager from 1987 to 1995. His responsibilities in this position contributed to his strong technical and engineering proficiency, which he continues to apply in delivering high-quality AV integration solutions. This experience laid the groundwork for his future leadership roles in the industry.
Education and Expertise
Joe Melfa studied Electronic Technology at Suburban Technical School from 1984 to 1986. He also pursued studies in Adult and Continuing Education Administration at Hofstra University in 2006. His educational background complements his extensive experience in the audio-visual industry, particularly in operations and technical management.
Leadership and Vendor Relationships
In his current and previous roles, Joe Melfa has built and continually enhanced relationships with key vendors to support business growth. He directs an organization of hundreds of employees across New York, Washington, DC, and Boston, demonstrating his capability in managing large teams and complex operations.