“I am Lucas Chow, an AV IT professional with over 10 years of experience in designing, managing, and maintaining advanced audio-visual systems. Currently, as AV IT Manager at The University of Chicago Hong Kong, I lead a team to deliver innovative AV solutions, achieving 99.9% system uptime and enhancing user experience by 25% through major system upgrades. I hold multiple Crestron and Shure certifications and am fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English. Passionate about emerging technologies like AI, I continuously learn to drive innovation and efficiency in dynamic environments.”
Ashish's journey through the professional audiovisual industry has spanned nearly two decades. Currently holding the position of Director of Technology at Red Thread Spaces, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Steelcase, the world's premier manufacturer of workplace furniture. Steelcase's cutting-edge research on workspace design is weaved into the very DNA of his projects. Ashish holds a bachelor’s degree in Physics and a master's degree in Acoustics. He also holds both Avixa’s CTS-D and LEED AP certifications, a testament to his proficiency and dedication to building sustainable spaces that work. Ashish's unique perspective blends scientific principles with advanced technology to transform the landscape workplace design, creating spaces that inspire productivity, collaboration, and innovation.