Rob has worked in high tech for four decades, establishing himself as a veritable veteran of the moving image. He has spent time in engineering, sales and marketing, in positions spanning the content-creation, distribution, and transmission industries and more recently AV. Previously, he was an active member of the International Association of Broadcast Manufacturers, serving on its technical sub-committee as well as presenting technical sessions for the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers in London (including 'resettlement' courses for those leaving the UK military) , the Control Room Summit and AV Broadcast Summit  - both in Europe and for Infocomm University in Dubai and the US. His education includes a CTS. He also has degrees in Information and Communication Technologies (BSc) and Electrical and Electronic Engineering (BSc). Additionally, he complemented this with a Chartered Institute of Marketing post-graduate diploma.   He has been with Matrox Video for 20 years over which time has been associated with many projects, large and small – national and international. His current remit is the furtherance of strategic partnerships - both technological and organizational. He is particularly involved with the new IPMX open standard - the AV focussed extension to ST2110. Rob is held in high regard internationally for his technology training sessions and was recognised by Infocomm in 2016 as a ‘distinguished talent’ in the industry.

Somos especialistas en la integración de tecnología audiovisual en todo ámbito o actividad en la que sea requerida. Realizamos el diseño, provisión y puesta en marcha de cualquier sistema tecnológico AV incorporando los últimos adelantos del mercado, siguiendo los más altos estándares técnicos. We are specialists in AV technology integration in any area or activity in which it is required. We carry out the design, provision, and implementation of any AV technological system incorporating the latest advances on the market, following the highest technical standards.

I'm very passionate about the AV and IT fields. I love DJing as well. I'm hard working, dependable and a great team player.

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Fernando Cajal is an accomplished International Business Director at GESAB Control Rooms with a remarkable career spanning over 15 years across diverse international industries. His extensive B2B expertise encompasses the realms of negotiation, project management, business planning, and the effective management of distribution channels. Under his leadership, strategic initiatives have resulted in the establishment of commercial showrooms and robust sales channels on a global scale. Notably, Fernando has played a pivotal role in the successful execution of key milestone projects, including the emergency CCR 911 in Makkah, Riyadh Metro, EC3 Dubai, STC UNOC, and numerous others. A native Spanish speaker with a technical business proficiency in English, Fernando excels in cultivating enduring client relationships and delivering solution-driven outcomes within multifaceted international contexts. Leveraging his combined background in Control Rooms industry expertise spanning the last decade and his architectural profile, complemented by diverse comprehensive trainings, Fernando possesses an exceptional understanding of Control Room design, ergonomics, health in work space, international standards compliance, audiovisual technology, and other pivotal facets crucial for the successful deployment of Operation Centers.

Involved in driving global standards for Arup. Constantly evaluating new devices and software, to enable our end users to have a better meeting experience. Keen contributor to Hybrid working and how this impacts the meeting room. Work with manufacturers to develop products that help improve our meeting spaces.