Gear News: Trickfish Amplification Expands Team with PJ Rubal and Jake Wolf in Key Roles

Trickfish Amplification proudly announces two strategic team expansions: welcoming PJ Rubal as Director of Global Sales and Jake Wolf as Marketing Manager.

These key appointments broaden Trickfish’s global presence, aligning with its mission to provide exceptional amplification solutions for bassists worldwide.

PJ Rubal partnering up as Director of Global Sales

With his extensive experience as Vice President of Spector Bass, PJ Rubal is poised to spearhead Trickfish’s global sales program. His impactful role in business development and artist relations at Spector Bass from the 1990s to 2018 uniquely equips him to propel Trickfish’s growth in the international market. PJ states: “I’m excited to announce that I’ve teamed up with Ryan Owens and my longtime friend Justin Huth to help Trickfish expand its brand globally. As a bass player and a brand developer, I’ve always been a strong advocate for small, independent manufacturers of high-quality musical instruments and products. It’s an honor to be a part of Trickfish’s journey and to continue the legacy that Richard Ruse, the founder of Trickfish, began over a decade ago. I can’t wait to see where this adventure takes us!”

“We’re thrilled to have PJ as part of the Trickfish team,” said Ryan Owens, President of Trickfish Amplification. “His deep connections and rich industry experience will be invaluable to helping Trickfish be more available to players worldwide.”

Jake Wolf appointed as Marketing Manager

A seasoned expert in the bass guitar industry, Jake Wolf steps in as Trickfish Amplification’s new Marketing Manager. With a career spanning over two decades, including his longstanding role as a product reviewer for Bass Musician Magazine and a consultant for marketing and product development with bass gear companies, Jake brings a unique blend of industry knowledge and marketing acumen. Jake says: “The creation of these new roles, combined with the launch of our expansive new commercial manufacturing facility, marks a transformative moment for Trickfish. I’m very excited and honored to work with such great individuals and get to help bring awareness to gear I truly believe in and a company I can stand behind 100%. I am so happy to be introducing more players to the unique experience that Trickfish offers, forging stronger connections with our audience and solidifying Trickfish as a benchmark in the bass guitar industry.”

Ryan Owens, President of Trickfish Amplification, remarked, “As a reviewer, we always saw Jake as someone who “GOT” what Trickfish was about and really knew what made great gear great. It is this shared vision that positions Jake to be the perfect fit to help Trickfish increase our brand presence and share the brand experience with more players across the world.”

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