Founded in 1995, Qatar based Techno Q is an industry-leading systems integrator specializing in audio-visual, security, control, fire, lighting, IT, broadcast, and hospitality management system solutions. Techno Q’s system solutions use cost-efficient advanced technology components to provide quality customized system integration services.  The company’s major focus is designing, installing, testing and maintaining integrated system solutions for a wide variety of environments including governmental and educational institutions, health care organisations, and corporate clients such as hotels, retailers, and leading companies in various sectors. With a unique combination of technical knowledge and innovation, Techno Q has undergone considerable growth since its inception in 1995. Specialties Audiovisual, IT, Broadcast, Lighting, Building Controls, Fire & Security Systems - BCFSS, Hospitality Management, Sound system, System integration, Projectors, and Technology

16-year-old blog & podcast about digital signage. Now owned by @spectrio but still written, edited and BS filtered by founder Dave Haynes.

The Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance, Inc. (HETMA) is a registered 5013(c)3 advocacy organization focused on the higher education AV industry. The goal of HETMA is to raise awareness of technology issues unique to the higher education community by communicating with manufacturers, vendors, and higher education administrators on the needs and challenges that technology managers face. HETMA is also dedicated to providing educational and networking opportunities to our members so that we can empower and grow our influence as an industry. Our belief is that all resources provided through HETMA should always be FREE to the higher ed community. We are by us and for us, and hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity. OUR PURPOSE 1. ADVOCACY: HETMA seeks to advocate for the needs of the Higher Ed vertical within the greater AV industry by investing in our institutional and manufacturer relationships through programs like “HETMA Approved Program.” 2. EVENTS: “We were virtual before it was cool” is our tagline. We recognize the importance of information sharing as an essential element to higher ed. 3. COMMUNITY: We believe we are stronger together. AV in the higher education vertical accounts for over $27B in annual spend. Join us as we work together to strengthen one another through our initiatives, including our Prism Scholarship!  We offer two membership types that are always FREE OF CHARGE for the higher ed community! If you have a .edu, ac.uk, or equivalent, you automatically become a voting member and may join our monthly all-hands meetings on the third Friday of each month as well as our backend communication channels (ya know, where the real biz takes place). We also welcome corporate allies to partner with us for our advisory boards, “HETMA Approved” program, and as conference session providers. 

AVNation™ started in 2011 as a small community of friends having fun and wanting to share their knowledge and experiences working with audio visual technology and the av industry in general. Since our first show AVWeek™ we’ve grown considerably over the years, we’re still a community where everyone is welcome to share ideas, make new friends, and celebrate the AV industry. Most importantly, we’re still having fun. Tim Albright created AVNation for the purpose of bringing high-quality broadcasts (or netcasts) to the AV community. Tim has envisioned building a network of industry professionals who are passionately engaged in furthering the AV industry through education and knowledge. One of the premiere functions of AVNation is to see industry professional provide first-hand knowledge to other professionals across North America and the World. Many of the hosts and people involved with AVNation are industry leaders in various ways. The first AVNation podcast was the initial episode of AVWeek – “The Pilot,” recorded July 29th, 2011. Ever since that first recording, AVNation has continued to grow its show offerings encompassing all aspects of the AV industry through weekly AVWeek episodes, as well as many additional periodic shows. We continue to have a wide variety of guests including industry professionals who work in or own integration firms and corporate industry leaders.

In the AV Industry for more than 30 years, passing through virtualy all areas, as design, installation, commissioning/programing, sales and market development. Actually Head of AV Convergint, Mexico. AVIXA volunteer in the CTS-D exam review and in the J-STD Symbology standard revision. Amateur (and frustated) guitarist and mountain biker.

Grifiths Zachariah, CTS, is an experienced professional in the Pro AV industry, currently serving as the Associate VP for the EMEAIO Sales and Global Alliancesgion at ClearOne Inc. With a background in electronics engineering and nearly two decades of experience in the industry, Grifiths has worked in various technical, training, project management, and sales leadership roles. This extensive experience has given him a deep understanding of the latest trends and innovations in the field and a passion for sharing his knowledge with others. Throughout his career, Grifiths has worked with various system integration companies and manufacturers, managing large-scale projects and troubleshooting complex systems. This experience has equipped him with the skills needed to deliver high-quality, comprehensive training to AV professionals, focusing on sharing his experience to empower others to succeed in their careers.

I am the AVIXA Program Coordinator for the regions DACH, Iberia, Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Central Asia. I am responsible for all your membership questions, aiding our DACH-region courses, and supporting the German-speaking AV industry through events, the DACH Women's Council, and our DACH job portal.  _____________________________________________________________________________ Ich bin Program Coordinator mit AVIXA für die DACH-Region, Iberien, Osteuropa, den Nahen Osten und Zentralasien. Ich bin verfübar für Ihre Fragen bezüglich der Mitgliedschaft, helfe bei der Organization unserer Seminare und unterstütze den deutschsprachigen Raum durch Veranstaltungen, Teilnahme am AVIXA Women's Council DACH, und unser regionale Jobportal.

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.

Joey Davis is a seasoned content and marketing professional with over 20 years of progressive experience in fast-paced digital media environments. The 2019 Technology Associates of Georgia Marketing Innovator of the Year recipient, he specializes in web content development, marketing strategy, writing, and graphic design. 

Emerging media/tech strategist, public speaker, and highly organized professional.  Established record of exceeding targeted business growth goals. Proven team leader, fostering a collaborative environment, and team building with strong leadership qualities. Team player/collaborator, not averse to doing the work. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Award-winning writer.  𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞: -Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) Board Member, Western North America -Avixa Women's Council Member 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬: -Digital Hollywood - Panel Moderator - Women's Health Strategies -IAAPA - Panelist - Location Based Virtual Reality -TEA Western Division Board Holiday Event - Remarks - TEA - Panel Moderator - Get to Know Your Board -The Doctors network television show - Interview/feature -KTLA (multiple times) - Interview  -The Best People We Know (podcast) - Interview -The Women's Eye Radio Show - Interview -Indie Chicks Magazine - Interview -ABQ Monthly Magazine - Interview  -Albuquerque Journal (Front Page) - Interview

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