Ana Maria Restrepo

Regional Manager - Andean and South Central America Region, AVIXA
YAMAKI, SU ALIADO EXPERTO EN INTEGRACIÓN AVI YAMAKI es una compañía de origen Colombiano, dedicada a la importación y comercialización de equipos de audio, equipos de distribución de vídeo, automatización, iluminación profesional e instrumentos musicales desde 1987, contando con uno de los portafolios más completos del mercado. Dentro del portafolio contamos con mas de 30 marcas (incluida nuestra marca YAMAKI) reconocidas a nivel mundial, y más de 4000 referencias, que nos convierten en uno de los mayoristas más importantes del país en el mercado de los equipos de audio e iluminación, no solo en Colombia sino a nivel internacional.
Proporcionamos soluciones tecnológicas para el sector profesional audiovisual y de consumo. Contamos con un amplio portafolio de soluciones respaldadas por las más importantes marcas tecnológicas a nivel mundial. Entregándole a nuestros clientes productos de conectividad y comunicación para una experiencia de transmisión excepcional.
ESPAÑOL: Somos un equipo de profesionales con experiencia desde el año 2006 desarrollando espacios inteligentes como salas de juntas, auditorios, aulas de clase y de capacitación, salas de crisis e instalaciones complejas.  Entre nuestros servicios están el diseño de sistemas audiovisuales, servicios de programación Crestron para los sistemas de automatización, mantenimiento preventivo y correctivo y técnicos de Soporte en Sitio que buscan ofrecer un servicio integral a nuestros clientes para asegurar el correcto funcionamiento de sus instalaciones y aumentar el tiempo de vida de sus equipos. Queremos dejar un mundo mejor a las generaciones futuras! Somos conscientes del impacto que tiene la tecnología en el medio ambiente,  por eso generamos dinámicas que permiten darle una segunda vida a los equipos que ya no se usan a través de donaciones a comunidades vulnerables y dar la disposición correcta a aquellos que ya no pueden extender su tiempo de vida. ENGLISH We are a team of professionals with experience since 2006 developing smart spaces such as meeting rooms, auditoriums, classrooms and training rooms, crisis rooms and complex facilities. Among our services are the design of audiovisual systems, Crestron programming services for automation systems, preventive and corrective maintenance and On-Site Support technicians who seek to offer a comprehensive service to our clients to ensure the proper functioning of their facilities and increase the lifetime of your equipment. We want to leave a better world for future generations! We are aware of the impact that technology has on the environment, which is why we generate dynamics that allow us to give a second life to equipment that is no longer used through donations to vulnerable communities and give the correct disposal to those who can no longer extend his lifetime.
We are the biggest audiovisual support provider in Latin America. We provide in-house service in 59 hotels and convention centers. We have 33 warehouses throughout Chile, Colombia, Miami (USA), Panama, and Peru.
Jimena Herazo Gonzalez

Head of Marketing, Footprint Latin America

Footprint is an integrated business development and marketing agency committed to providing a comprehensive solution for brand introduction, channel development, and management, and marketing support. Our mission is to facilitate sustainable geographical expansion for our vendors by collaborating with local industry experts. What sets our agency apart is its unique ability to offer a multi-tiered suite of services tailored to the specific needs of our partners and customers. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional value through our expertise and personalized approach.
We’re the Hub for All People and Things AV We are the community for the creative professionals who use technology to create integrated experiences. AVIXA is the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, producer of InfoComm trade shows around the world, co-owner of Integrated Systems Europe, and the international trade association representing the audiovisual industry.
At Newtech Group, we guide our customers throughout their digital transformation and technological adoption journey. Making complex communications and collaborations solutions simple for all types of organizations. We streamline and transform traditional channels into agile and effective ones, allowing for greater efficiency and productivity. We started the business 22 years ago but before those years we inaugurated the first videoconference service though Latam in 1989, leading us today to help the customers in design and deployments of MTR rooms.  Our knowledge on phone system integration evolved from LCS (Live Communications Services) to OCS (Office Communication Services), to Skype for Business, and now to Microsoft Teams. As we continue to grow, we are leveraging our expertise in audio and video, adoption and change management, cognitive services, and software development, we provide a comprehensive view to ensure successful customer outcomes. Partnering with Microsoft in many areas: FastTrack Ready Partner, Microsoft Teams Rooms partner program, JumpStart Employee Experience Viva program and performing as an ISV to develop extensions to the Microsoft 365 platform, positions us to tackle customer issues from different fronts. Besides, we have strategic partnerships with global hardware vendors, like Poly/HP, Logitech, Crestron, Lenovo, Jabra, Cisco, Neat, Yealink, Jupiter and more to complete our offering. We provide services throughout Latin America with commercial offices in Argentina, Chile, Mexico, Peru, Colombia, Panama, Brasil and the United States.
Experience seamless audio and video integration like never before with BANSBACH-AKUSTIK®. Elevate your audiovisual systems to new heights, combining cutting-edge technology with unparalleled expertise. Transform your spaces into immersive environments that captivate and engage.  Our professionals at BANSBACH-AKUSTIK® work every day to optimize new systems. We have more than 30 years of experience designing audiovisual (AV) and unified communications (UC) solutions that are simple to operate, scalable and serviceable. These systems are of high-performance, fit the project décor, and improve team collaboration, helping you achieve your business objectives. We know that we are not the only ones in the market; that is why we strive to be the best. BANSBACH® for more than 85 years has fulfilled its promise with its clients and with Costa Rica. The most important thing for us is that you are satisfied and together can contribute to building a Costa Rica in Harmony.
Somos una firma de ingeniería orgullosamente colombiana con más de 15 años de trayectoria en el mercado de la industria audiovisual, de la automatización y su integración. El diseño y consultoría que les brindamos, son el factor determinante del éxito en los procesos y las soluciones que ofrecemos a nuestros clientes, adaptadas a cada necesidad en particular. Los esfuerzos de todo el equipo humano de ULTIMATE TECHNOLOGY S.A.S son motivados por el interés de ofrecer productos de alta calidad, en brindar la mejor asesoría a nuestros clientes, un servicio excelente y constante, con un talento humano competente que garantice su tranquilidad y satisfacción durante y después de realizar su proyecto.
Carolina Sosa

Mercadeo y Sostenibilidad, Integración AV SAS

Soy una empresaria colombiana con más de 18 años de experiencia liderando proyectos en los sectores de eventos, tecnología audiovisual y sostenibilidad. Fundé De Las Abuelas, una empresa de catering corporativo con enfoque sostenible que atiende eventos en Bogotá y Medellín, y desde hace 5 años hago parte del equipo directivo de Integración AV, integrador audiovisual líder en Colombia y América Latina. Mi enfoque combina estrategia, gestión empresarial, desarrollo de mercados y un profundo compromiso con la educación y el impacto social. Creo firmemente en el poder de la tecnología AV como puente entre las personas, facilitador de aprendizajes y motor de transformación. Soy miembro del Board de SAVe (Sustainability in AV) y parte del Latam Content Advisory Group y del Advisory Sustainability Group de AVIXA desde donde promuevo una industria más inclusiva, profesional y sostenible. Me apasiona conectar personas, construir comunidad y convertir ideas en acciones concretas que generen valor real.
Entrepreneur of the AV industry and communication technologies. Enthusiastic and committed to people, in creating companies with a high human sense, passionate about marketing and new forms of digital communication. With more than 27 years of experience, I currently manage Viewhaus, my goal is to lead the company and make it a benchmark in the AV industry in Mexico, as well as being part of the most important AV service provider network around the world. I collaborate as an ambassador for SAVe (Sustainability in AV) in Mexico, as well as for AVIXA Xchange and I am part of the AVIXA sustainability advisory group, this allows me to endorse my interest and commitment to sustainability, circular economies and the environment.
Virginia Molina

Gerente de Marketing y Relaciones Globales | Embajadora de AVIXA Xchange | Embajadora de SAVe, Proyecciones Digitales - GPA Argentina y Uruguay

¡Hola a todos! Estoy encantada de ser parte de esta comunidad. Soy Virginia, Gerente de Marketing y Relaciones Globales en Proyecciones Digitales – GPA Argentina y Uruguay. Con 13 años de experiencia en la industria AV, me apasiona la innovación, el arte y todo lo que impulsa nuevas formas de crear y conectar. A lo largo de mi carrera, he buscado integrar la interculturalidad y la sustentabilidad en cada proyecto, porque creo que solo con una mirada consciente y diversa es posible generar un impacto real y duradero.
María Eugenia Friedlmeier

Market Developer , Molver Technology SA

Hello everyone! I'm very happy to be a part of this community! As a market developer and a marketing professional with focus in the AV industry, I'm always searching for new solutions that work for the technological ecosystem. I'm proud to say that I'm part of Molver Technology, end-user services integration company. I would love to hear more from everyone at AVIXA Xchange. Let's get in touch! :) 
Gabriela Molina, CTS

Managing Director, MOLVER TECHNOLOGY S.A.

Soy parte de la industria AV desde hace 30 años. He podido ser parte de cambios trascendentes en la tecnología y en las necesidades de nuestros clientes. En todos esos momentos disfrute el desafío del cambio y la innovación adaptando estrategia y mi empresa a las nuevas necesidades. Actualmente estoy dirigiendo una nueva empresa enfocada en servicios. Un nuevo desafío al servicio de nuestros clientes!
CARLOS MURILL0

Regional Manager, LATAM & IBERIA, i3-Technologies N.V.

I’m a proud Colombian that loves life, family, friends, music, sports, food, travel, nature & meditation. I have 20+ years of international experience in Sales, Trade Marketing & Marketing in different industries (Technology, Consumer Goods and Textiles). During this time I’ve had the privilege to travel around and also live in different Countries (Canada, India) which has given me the gift to know different cultures and value the relevance of building cross-cultural understanding across nations. In a nutshell, I’m really good at establishing Strategic Alliances and opening international Channels of Distribution in the Latin America & Caribbean Region, using my ability to build long term relationships with customers and peers, strategically deliver results, manage complex situations, and lead multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
Rodrigo Antonio Dubó Vega

Project Designer M&E, Convergint - Seal Telecom | Chile, Cerro el plomo 5855 Oficina 307, Santiago, 7550000

Hello, I'm Rodrigo. I was born in 1978 in San Bernardo, probably very far away from where you are now. I still live in San Bernardo BTW. Well, I worked for some Broadcasters back in Chile such as CNN Chile and TNT Sports, (Being both brands of Warner Bros Discovery) and Chilevisión (Part of the Paramount portafolio) for the last 13 years as Broadcast IT Project Coordinator and then Project Manager. Now, I'm part of the Convergint Chile Broadcast, Media and Entertainment team playing as a Project designer and I hope to learn more, help and be useful. That's why I'm here for. Thank you.
Elkin Gamba

CEO, STRONG TOWER BUSINESS GROUP LLC

Administrador de empresas, conferencista, asesor en desarrollo, crecimiento de negocios, talento humano, planeacion estratégica y liderazgo. Consultor de expansión y desarrollo corporativo en EJM Broadcast INC.