Frank Padikkala (He/Him)

Snr. Technical Sales Architect, Zoom
Jordan Corona

Tech Director, First Baptist Church Marble Falls

Calaigh

Sr. Account Executive, Diversified

Alba Pascual Cazorla

IT and communications techncian, UPC

Balagopal C

National Manager, Sennheiser Electronics India Private Lmited

Ericka Shumpert

Event Marketing Manager, AVI-SPL

Tariq Khan

ICT Engineer, The University of the West Indies

Peter Brooks

Digital Workplace Associate Manager, Accenture, Inc.

Kim Lonas

Global Diversity & Inclusion Program Lead, Exertis

Global Diversity and Inclusion Program Lead for Exertis. About Exertis Exertis is the leading technology distributor of consumer, business and enterprise products from pioneering technology brands, playing an integral role in supplying the world with cutting-edge tech. Over forty years Exertis has distributed the technology that transforms societies and facilitated the world’s transition to digital. These days Exertis distributes everything from AV solutions to AI-powered smart-tech. Exertis is powered by the mantra 'our people, our customers, our business'. In 2020 it won 'Best Company to Work For' at the CRN Sales & Marketing Awards. In the year to March 2021, Exertis had a turnover of £4.483 billion. Exertis, a wholly owned subsidiary of parent company DCC PLC, a FTSE 100 company, represents more than 700 brands in the UK alone and continues to grow. As technology evolves, so does Exertis. www.exertis.co.uk
Matt Eckstein

Senior Engineer, CENSEO AV+Acoustics

David Thorson

Vice President, Programming, AVI-SPL

Jacques Booysen

Consultant, Cocine AV (PTY)Ltd

Ready to transform your business communication and productivity? At Cocine AV, we leverage 15 years of expertise in audio-visual technology and a decade of Life Coaching to empower businesses to navigate technology confidently and efficiently. Our mission is to create seamless solutions that enhance productivity, reduce stress, and allow you and your team to focus on what truly matters: your business. Why Choose Cocine AV? With extensive training, key supplier partnerships, and strong peer relationships, we deliver cutting-edge solutions for: ·         Poor Acoustics ·         MS Teams Integration ·         Office Automation ·         Building Automation ·         PBX and Unified Communications But we go beyond AV. Partnering with Shadowmatch, we ensure you onboard the right talent, maintain a documented skills register, coach and mentor employees, resolve workplace conflicts, and develop comprehensive employee development plans. The Cocine AV Advantage Our holistic approach merges AV and IT, recognizing the critical role of effective communication in both fields. Shadowmatch complements our AV solutions by enhancing communication and streamlining employee integration, significantly reducing onboarding time from months to weeks. It also provides invaluable insights for employee restructuring and performance management, ensuring your team operates efficiently. Why Shadowmatch? ·         Accelerated Onboarding:   Reduce the settling-in period to a week or two. ·         Effective Restructuring:   Seamlessly reassign employees to better-suited roles. ·         Performance Tracking:   Maintain clear records and proof of employee progress and decisions. Our Commitment At Cocine AV, we don’t just supply top-notch equipment and software; we listen to your needs, address your concerns, and provide tailored support and education to implement the perfect solution for your business. Our journey began with whiteboards, pinboards, and projection screens, evolving into a comprehensive service across Corporate AV, Voice Evacuation, and Unified Communications.   Certified in an extensive range of products and peripherals, we draw on over 500 years of combined supplier experience to deliver expert advice and unparalleled solutions. 
Amala Reddie

Editor, Commercial Integrator, Emerald

Mike Brandes

Senior Product Marketing Manager, Q-SYS

I'm currently a Senior Product Marketing Manager for Q-SYS, engaging with all of our customers and channel partners to help identify and build better solutions. Previously I was the Q-SYS Video product manager, and before that Q-SYS Control product manager as well.
Russell Harpham

Buseinss Development - Europe, Sound Control Technologies Inc

Michael Hooper, CTS-I

Education Solutions Manager , Biamp

Talks about #biamp, #triathlon, #audiovisual, #mountainbiking, #sci-fi, #technology #wine, #tacos, and #highereducation
Fred Loucks

Product Manager, Zoom

Elizabeth R Strautin

Systems Engineer, Clair Global Integration

Jamie Horner

VP Product Development & Marketing, HiCLIFF

Over 20 years of experience in engineering, product management, and systems architecture, working in the networking, media & entertainment, and AV industries. Led several industry-first enterprise video-over-IP projects. Founded HiCLIFF with a mission to help address the challenges of managing and securing new modern networked AV and media environments.
Kevin Iselli

Customer Training Manager, Biamp Systems

Senior Level Digital Technology Engineer & Education Leader “Digital technology has evolved other the years and so must we” I am a methodical, structured, and self-motivated senior level digital technology strategist. Delivering high-impact digital technology solutions and educating others on how to be successful in that space has always been my passion. I have over 30 years of experience designing, installing, and troubleshooting advanced professional audio, video, and video conferencing solutions.  My specialties include: • Developing and implementing digital technology solutions, streamlining and improving processes, enhancing productivity, and implementing strategic Technology solutions. • Designing and facilitating global digital technology training solutions • Leading and developing teams to support business goals • Excels in dynamic, challenging environments while remaining pragmatic and focused.