Greetings! I support enterprise AV infrastructure & event productions for Charter Communications.  With a side of telecom.  I completely love my job as it affords the opportunity to thoroughly explore the depths of an ever-changing technological environment.  I can't believe I get paid to do this.   I gripped for a few years, then earned a BA in Mass Comm from Bama, a CTS, chipping away at CCNP collab, and lately have been working with some video creative types.  My roots are in car audio and even though I'm far from 16, it's still one of my favorite subjects.  I have a thing for bicycles too.    

I am a professional with nearly 20 years of experience in the corporate AV industry. My expertise includes the commercial area, the design of AV solutions and installations. As my academic background is architecture, I find it easy to design diagrams and projects. Our projects include solutions for videoconferencing rooms, auditoriums and control centers. We work in partnership with the main players in the world market, where through training we can achieve excellence in our solutions.

10 years installing AV systems, Experience with security systems, surveillance cameras and smart homes, interested in artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things?

► WHAT I DO: Results-driven professional with extensive, real-world experience in Audio Visual (AV), Information Technology (IT), and Cybersecurity. Proficient in leading cross-functional teams, implementing robust security measures, and optimizing technology infrastructure. Adept at leveraging advanced certifications, including Avixa CTS-D, ISC2 CISSP, CompTIA Security+, ISACA CISM, a certificate from Harvard, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering and Master of Science in Cybersecurity from Georgia Tech. Committed to staying at the forefront of industry trends and technologies, and leading by example.   ► MY LEADERSHIP STYLE: • Manages issues and solutions with poise and confidence. • Leads and demonstrates the ability to gain support at all levels of the organization. • Maintains a strong sense of urgency to get things done thoroughly, not quickly, and delegates responsibility to others in a personable way. • Plans for the big picture while adapting to shifting gears to achieve goals, using strong foresight and organizational skills. ►WHAT SETS ME APART FROM THE REST: • Audiovisual + IT + Cybersecurity + Architectural + Marketing experience • Seasoned engineer / architect with broad and in-depth technical, analytical, and conceptual skills • Proven track record of effectively communicating with business leadership and other vendors • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills to drive security messages to teams • Extensive knowledge of subcontracting, construction projects, labor estimates, privacy, control system protocols, and integrated audiovisual systems ▶ RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: 🔹 Cybersecurity: • Developed and executed cybersecurity strategies to safeguard critical systems and mitigate potential threats. • Conducted vulnerability assessments and advanced hunting techniques to identify and address security vulnerabilities. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices. 🔹 AV and IT: • Successfully managed and supported AV and IT operations, overseeing the implementation and maintenance of technology solutions in military facilities, and audio visual integrators nationwide. • Led the design and deployment of integrated AV systems, enhancing collaboration and communication across the organization. • Implemented cybersecurity protocols to protect sensitive data and mitigate security risks. #GeorgiaTech #Harvard #RiskManagement #SecOps #SecurityOperationsCenter #CloudSecurity #DFIR #SecurityAuditing #Cybersecurity #Confidentiality #Integrity #Availability #IncidentResponse #InfoSec #NetworkSecurity #DataPrivacy #ThreatIntelligence #CTS-D #CISSP #CISM

21+ years of rich experience in Corporate, Home Automation Industry in GCC and India. Expert in providing commercial solutions to the clients. 

Elevating the industry of ProAV by empowering system integrators with outsourced AV CAD, BIM, Engineering & Programming services to scale faster and improve profitability - Identify markets, Hunt & Acquire new Customers across the international market related to print media and services - Assisting the BDM in day to day tasks such as cold calling, lead generation and providing customer support - Present product profile & services - Conduct Pre-Sales activities & drive to closer with the help of the technical team - Write Technical & Commercial Proposal - Persistence in client communication to maintain long term relationship and Ensuring superior customer service levels

At Newtech Group, we guide our customers throughout their digital transformation and technological adoption journey. Making complex communications and collaborations solutions simple for all types of organizations. We streamline and transform traditional channels into agile and effective ones, allowing for greater efficiency and productivity. We started the business 22 years ago but before those years we inaugurated the first videoconference service though Latam in 1989, leading us today to help the customers in design and deployments of MTR rooms.  Our knowledge on phone system integration evolved from LCS (Live Communications Services) to OCS (Office Communication Services), to Skype for Business, and now to Microsoft Teams. As we continue to grow, we are leveraging our expertise in audio and video, adoption and change management, cognitive services, and software development, we provide a comprehensive view to ensure successful customer outcomes. Partnering with Microsoft in many areas: FastTrack Ready Partner, Microsoft Teams Rooms partner program, JumpStart Employee Experience Viva program and performing as an ISV to develop extensions to the Microsoft 365 platform, positions us to tackle customer issues from different fronts. Besides, we have strategic partnerships with global hardware vendors, like Poly/HP, Logitech, Crestron, Lenovo, Jabra, Cisco, Neat, Yealink, Jupiter and more to complete our offering. We provide services throughout Latin America with commercial offices in Argentina, Chile, Mexico, Peru, Colombia, Panama, Brasil and the United States.

Somos la empresa de mayor experiencia en integración de soluciones de Audio, Video, Control, Colaboración e IT. Con más de 50 años de experiencia en el mercado y más de 1200 obras realizadas, somos líderes en integración y tecnología en la Argentina. Representamos, distribuimos y realizamos el service autorizado de marcas líderes para Argentina y Latinoamérica. La tecnología y soluciones que comercializamos tienen un fuerte desarrollo e incremento de uso en actividades propias de organismos de Gobierno, Instituciones Educativas y Corporaciones. Hemos certificado ISO 9000 en nuestros proceso de diseño, ingeniería, integración, puesta en marcha y soporte de sistemas de audio, video, control, colaboración e IT. We are the company with the most experience in integrating Audio, Video, Control, Collaboration and IT solutions. With more than 50 years of experience in the market and more than 1200 works carried out, we are leaders in integration and technology in Argentina. We represent, distribute and perform the authorized service of leading brands for Argentina and Latin America. The technology and solutions that we commercialize have a strong development and increase of use in activities of Government agencies, Educational Institutions and Corporations. We have ISO 9000 certified in our process of design, engineering, integration, commissioning and support of audio, video, control, collaboration and IT systems.

I lead AVIXA’s Latin America marketing and communications initiatives and I look forward to making new connections on the Xchange.