With over 13 years of leadership experience, Kiersten has been instrumental at REACH in building and evolving long-term, successful partnerships with clients, vendors, and software partners and has helped advance REACH’s marketing and sales strategies over the years. In addition, Kiersten is responsible for leading demand generation at REACH and all aspects of the sales lifecycle, including managing our Customer Success Team. Prior to REACH, Kiersten was responsible for leading store processes and team members as an Executive Lead at Target. Outside of work, Kiersten enjoys cycling and traveling to new destinations. Kiersten is a graduate of the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota.

I have worked in AV since the early 1980s in various positions ranging from staging to video production. My responsibilities have included engineering, systems design, technical sales, product development, tech support, project management, customer service, CAD Management, drafting, purchasing, and marketing for A/V Integrators and Manufacturers. In 2015 I founded the AV Gives Back initiative on Twitter. Through the use of the #AVGivesBack hashtag on Twitter and LinkedIn, we help people and companies in the #AVcommunity get the information out about fundraisers, community service events, charity events, natural disaster relief, and more. Our motto is ‘helping others help others.’ https://twitter.com/AVGivesBack In the past, as a CAD Manager, I was responsible for managing successful drafting teams in the high-volume NYC Metro Area. While establishing CAD Standards and Drawing packages for A/V & Digital Signage companies I have also worked with the InfoComm International Standards development team that was working on the J-STD-710: Audio, Video, and Control Architectural Drawing Symbols Standard. As a Social Media Advocate, I am active on Social Media (Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram) helping to get out the company message and project information. I have appeared on industry Podcasts including AVNation’s AV Week, ArchiTech, and EDtech. I have presented online webinars for AVIXA's System Integrators Council on Change Orders, and FSR on AV Infrastructure and HDBaseT technologies. I have been a volunteer firefighter in North Jersey since 1985 and currently volunteer as Fire Police in Pequannock NJ. I volunteer with my son's Boy Sout Troop 144 as the Advancement Chair, Assistant Scoutmaster, and Merit Badge Counselor. I also volunteer for the Northern New Jersey (NNJ) Chapter of the Guardians of the Ribbon.

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Jaz Wray joined Encompass Digital Media as Sales Director - Western USA & Canada in 2020 during the live events shutdowns. Jaz brings more than 20 years combined experience in broadcast, media & entertainment, and wireless telecom industries. Jaz was most recently working for Barco in the live events market, and has also managed sales in the Western USA for Ross Video and Clear-Com. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and earned his MBA in International Management from Thunderbird School of Global Management. Wray is an FAA certified private pilot who enjoys travel and a mix between time at the beach and snow skiing with his wife and three teenage children based in Houston, Texas.

I currently support the global Microsoft partner community, to help connect sellers of Microsoft Teams Rooms to the latest and greatest solutions and actively co-sell in market.

At SpinetiX, I drive multichannel comms campaigns and oversee digital marketing, from website management to social media growth. I collaborate in cross-functional initiatives together with the product, support, and development teams to create product documentation. My role also involves directing our digital signage academy with AVIXA-approved courses and developing engaging brand-aligned content, as well as coordinating with internal and external partners to fulfill our marketing strategies. All this, while thriving in a multicultural setting of teammates from across the globe.

With over four decades of experience in the entertainment and event technology field, Jim’s enthusiasm for team and client relationships has been his focus. In the ever-changing world of his craft, he has learned to adapt quickly, prioritize, and execute at the highest level. Jim’s aim as a positive and decisive team leader is on bridging the gap between teams and individuals thus bringing technical and operational maximum efficiency.

David Keene is Owner and Executive Editor of digiDaybook, a media and content marketing consultancy for the AV industry. His extensive involvement in pro AV and digital signage includes content creation and team leadership for top industry players in all parts of the AV ecosystem: equipment manufacturers, publishers, trade associations, and service/solution providers. He can be reached at DavidKeene@digiDaybook.com @digiDaybook

I am responsible for Global Industry Engagement for AVIXA, including all membership, councils, sponsorships, and engagement programs. Oversee global sales and account management programs including our global partner accounts. Member of Strategic leadership team with involvement in association operational management and product development to meet Member needs and deliver them profitably. This function engages AVIXA ProAV members across all segments and global regions to maximize Association membership growth, member engagement, and revenue.

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