NEP Europe has appointed Ed Tischler as Managing Director of NEP UK.
Tischler will join NEP UK, which provides media services across broadcast, live events, and corporate markets, from September 1.

Tischler's career in media services includes senior executive roles at Gravity Media, where he was Managing Director EMEA, and Gearhouse where he was Managing Director.
Most recently, he served as Director of broadcast solutions provider Over Exposed.
Tischler began his career with NEP as an engineer in the early 2000s
Tischler will be part of NEP Europe’s regional senior leadership team, reporting to Arjan van Westerloo, EVP, NEP Europe.
Westerloo said: “As our organisation continues to evolve, NEP UK represents a critical service offering within our European and global NEP network. With this refreshed leadership team in place, we are well-equipped to unlock market potential, accelerate innovation, and enhance service delivery in an increasingly dynamic and demanding media landscape. Our focus remains on delivering the world-class service our clients expect from NEP.”
Tischler said: “It’s a real privilege to take on this opportunity, and the responsibility is not lost on me. Returning to NEP, where my career began, makes this all the more meaningful. NEP UK has long been a leader in technical excellence and complex project delivery, and I’m excited to contribute to its next chapter. My focus will be on aligning closely with NEP Europe to deliver continued innovation for our clients, while building a people-first culture that empowers our teams and drives long-term growth.”
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