Alexis Bou Farhat, CTS-D, CTS-I
ELV Project Manager, IMAR Trading and Contracting
- Xchange Members
- Qatar
Workplace Technology & Digital Transformation consultant with 15+ years’ experience delivering AV, collaboration, and smart-workspace solutions for enterprise clients. With a background spanning technical design, sales consulting, and client leadership, I help bridge the gap between technology, user experience, and business outcomes.
Lead complex workplace and collaboration programmes for global organisations and focused on the future of work, AI-enabled workplaces, and scalable technology strategy. Passionate about knowledge-sharing, industry standards, and practical innovation.
I am a Ghanaian AV professional with over 10 years of experience as a Broadcast Technician, supported by CDNA and HDNA certifications in Networking Administration. My expertise has been developed primarily through hands-on industry practice, allowing me to understand both technical execution and operational realities within AV and broadcast environments.
I am open to mentorship, collaboration, group discussions, and emerging opportunities within the AV industry. My objective is to continually update my knowledge, pursue formal AV certification, and contribute meaningfully to projects and conversations that advance professional standards across regions.
I am humbled to be part of the AVIXA community and value the opportunity to learn from and contribute to a global network of AV professionals.
🎬 Director of Photography | Audiovisual Production Specialist 🎥 With over 20 years of experience in the audiovisual industry, I specialize in cinematography, production, studio installation, and technical consulting. My work spans feature films, short films, documentaries, and music videos, as well as broadcast productions and livestreaming projects. I have also shared my knowledge as a professor at the São Paulo Film Institute (2016-2020) and have been developing educational materials in collaboration with Master Alziro Barbosa since 2022. Passionate about audiovisual storytelling, I am always seeking creative and innovative solutions for every project.
Joseph Serio
Supervisor of Classroom Technology Operations, Rochester Institute of Technology
I am a professional with over 15 years of experience in the AV industry and hold a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, combining practical expertise with a strong academic foundation. I lead engineering teams in developing and deploying innovative AV solutions across key sectors, including defense, education, finance, and healthcare.
As the director of Wave AV, I guide the company’s technological roadmap, focusing on the adoption of cutting-edge solutions and emerging industry standards. I’m committed to continuous learning - earning certifications such as CTS-D, CTS-I and ANP reflects that dedication. My leadership is driven by a vision to push the boundaries of AV technology and strengthen the industry’s evolution.
