President

Giovanni Cozzi has been instrumental in the development of digital projection technologies markets.  In 1988, Mr. Cozzi founded Vidikron of America, a leading manufacturer and marketer of high-end video projection systems.  He served as CEO of Vidikron through 1999, and during his tenure the company was consistently profitable and expanded its distribution to 42 countries. 

As a consumer electronics industry trend-setter, he has been often quoted or featured in articles on home theater in several publications such as the Wall Street Journal, New York Newsday, The Daily News, Business Week, Time as well as several international publications. Cozzi has appeared on TV programs about digital imaging technology in the U.S., Singapore, and Argentina. 

Cozzi was directly responsible for the development of Vidikron’s acclaimed product line. Vidikron products received numerous awards for excellence in design and engineering, including several Video Grand Prix awards, several Academy Golden Note prizes, and several recognitions as Best Product of the Year by respected publications such as Audio Video International, The Guide to Home Theater, and the Robb Report.

In 1995, Cozzi entered into an agreement with film director Martin Scorsese for the endorsement of Vidikron products on a worldwide basis.

Prior to coming to the U.S., Cozzi co-founded Italy’s first commercial radio station, Radio Milano International in 1975. Mr. Cozzi came to New York in 1978, where he opened the first retail store specializing in video projection systems.New York Video. The store grew to become the largest single outlet of projection systems in the United States.

In 1999 Cozzi formed SynerGint, an international market development firm. whose principal clients include the InFocus Corporation, a major manufacturer of projection systems, and Yamashita Engineering and Manufacturing, a Japanese HDTV electronics manufacturer.

Since early 2000 Cozzi has been involved in the development of a digital cinema network, EmergingCinemas, which he co-founded in partnership with HDTV pioneer Barry Rebo.