Image

Ray Novak

Senior Sales Manager Icom America Inc.

I would say I have the perfect job...meeting wonder people, promoting a great hobby to anyone and everyone who will listen. Learning new technology and sharing my Amateur Radio experiences with all my friends and family.

I enjoy contesting, DXpeditions, Emergency Communication solutions, really anything to do with HF and D-STAR.

Be kind to the youth of today, they write your CCR's of tomorrow!

Associate's Degree, Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 1984 - 1988
Product Development
pngtree-trading-line-icon-vector-png-image_6708688-3 Telecommunications
product-manage Product Management
product-marketing Product Marketing
image-15 Team Leadership
Customer-Service Customer Service

Recent Posts

Image
Episodes

UGC & Sales: The Power of Authenticity

Ray Novak - February 19, 2025

In the latest episode of UGC for B2B, host Nicole Schram sits down with Ray Novak, Senior Sales Manager at Icom Radio, to explore how user-generated content (UGC) has revolutionized Icoms marketing strategy. With a legacy of content creation dating back to 2001, Ray has been ahead of the curveleveraging UGC before it became the powerhouse it is today.

Read more
Image
Articles

The Pink Ladies Fishing Team Gives Breast Cancer Survivors a Therapeutic Outlet

Ray Novak - September 3, 2024

Breast cancer is a life-changing diagnosis, but for some, it becomes a call to action. The intersection of passion, community, and resilience is the backstory of the Pink Ladies Fishing Team, a group founded by breast cancer survivor Carolyn Stash.

Read more
Image
Articles

25 Years with Air Show Legend Sean D. Tucker: Insights from Brian Norris

Ray Novak - August 26, 2024

For more than two decades, Brian Norris has played a pivotal role in the world of aviation. This includes his close collaboration with air show legend Sean D.

Read more
Image
Articles

Tech-Mom Journey: From CERT to Stars, Inspiring the Next Generation with Desiree Baccus

Ray Novak - April 18, 2024

In a world where technology and communication are paramount, the story of Desiree Baccus stands as a testament to the power of curiosity and adaptability. As a single mother who delved into the tech world to inspire her children, Baccus' journey from the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) to the realms of amateur radio and NASA showcases how embracing technology can lead to unexpected and fulfilling career paths.

Read more
Image
Articles

From Boy Scouts to Space Science: Amateur Radio's Role in Shaping Dr Frissell's Career as a Scientist

Ray Novak - April 4, 2024

With the total solar eclipse on the horizon, set to occur on April 8, 2024, the scientific community is abuzz with excitement. This celestial event provides a unique opportunity to study the ionosphere's effects on radio communications, a field of particular interest to Dr.

Read more
Image
Articles

Radio Ensures Safety First in the High-Stakes Game of Offshore Racing

Ray Novak - February 13, 2024

This episode of the "Radios in Action" podcast delves into the world of P1 Offshore Racing. Ray Novak, the Senior Sales manager at Icom dives deep with Michelle Petro, the Director of Operations at P1 Offshore Racing, and Dale Owens, who oversees radio communications for the organization on the show.

Read more