Havok appoints worldwide sales VP

Havok has appointed a vice president of worldwide sales, with Brian Waddle joining the tools firm.

Hailing from outside the games industry, Waddle previously spent two years at US garden equipment specialist Smith & Hawken, where he held the position of senior vice president of business to business division.

He also previously worked for Miracle-Gro, parent company of Smith & Hawken, for 14 years.

At Havok, he will be responsible for global sales growth and channel development as well as brand position, awareness and penetration Havok's tools which include Havok Physics, Havok Animation and Havok Behavior.