Iulia Popescu - AVIXA (She/Her)

Coordinator, Digital Content, Avixa
Our company came to life in 1983 when founders Scott Struthers and Geoff Spencer recognized the need for a groundbreaking new audio solution. No product or system existed that could deliver unsurpassed acoustic performance with minimal visual intrusion. It was this revelation that led them to invent the category of architectural speakers. And the rest is history. Today, we are still independently owned and operated, and headquartered in San Clemente, California, where it all began. We’ve worked hard to build an unmatched reputation when it comes to speakers, but we’ve also created a range of innovative, aesthetically-conscious home and business technology solutions that go far beyond sound. There are three simple principles that inform everything we do and make. These ideas represent the beliefs that inspired our beginning and still hold true to this day: Create products that are designed to disappear. We believe technology should disappear into architecture. This simple philosophy continues to inspire everything we do. Our hidden audio solutions deliver an even, balanced sound experience that is nothing short of magical, blending into and style, installation, or budget. Cultivate authentic partnerships. Every day at our home base in San Clemente, CA, you will find passionate, immensely knowledgeable people forging some of the strongest relationships in our industry. From our customer-centric culture to our not-to-be-missed Studio Seminars, we aim to define what authentic partnership looks like. Connecting our strategy and products to your company, we help unlock the most value possible for your business. Our team is your team. Build upon our strong heritage of innovation. The history of our independently-owned company is rooted in a deep knowledge of our customers and construction. From high-performance, award-winning audio solutions to our unique TRUFIG mounting technology to innovative IPORT products that hold, charge and protect tablets, customers rely on our culture of creativity to continue to push the boundaries of technology and design. We invite you to connect with our team, learn more about all of our products, or even plan a visit to see it all for yourself. Discover what we mean when we say SONANCE: Beyond Sound.
Kenneth O`Byrne

Managing Director, LSI Services Limited

Specializing in Retail store Background music system design and distributor of Sonance Commercial & Invisible speakers supply
Antonio Vaca

Project Manager, Dextra Electronics Mexico

I´ve been in this industry since 2002, I graduated from electronics engineering while working as AV designer, after a while I realized that there were many things I couldn´t understand about sound that I was passionated about so I decided to do masters on sound and vibration in Sweden, during all these time had the chance to design and be responsible for relevant projects like Panamerican games athletic stadium, soccer stadiums, arenas, concert halls and many other of all kind
Melissa Muñoz

Coordinadora de Marketing y Ventas, Viewhaus Sistemas, S.A. de C.V.

Jason Herbst

President, UnifiedCommunications.com

Abel Tijani

Engr., K Electronics AV PRO Nigeria Limited

Michael Hooper, CTS-I

Education Solutions Manager , Biamp

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

VP Marketing, Symetrix

Marcus Vinícius Assumpção

Solutions Architect, Marbe Solucoes

IT Professional, expert in the AV and Automation area working in corporate and residential marketing since 2014. I have knowledge of all the steps of a project process cause when I started work in 2014 I got all the opportunities that my managers gave me. I grew up fast, and have passed in some areas like; - Technician - Team Leader - Programmer - Pre-salles - Solutions Architect - Post-salles
Monique Rezaei

Director of Channels, Americas, Microsoft

Emmanuel Lagunez

Sales Manager Canada and Latin America, Muxlab

Isaí Tapia Gaytan

General Manager, Harmonika Creative Lab

Event Industry and Experiential Marketing Specialist. More than 20 years of experience in design and production of Corporate Events.
Monisha Devaiah

Marketing Manager -APAC, AVIXA

I lead AVIXA’s APAC marketing and communications initiatives, which include member communication, vertical market events, educational programmes and AVIXA’s brand presence at the association’s trade shows in the region. I look forward to making new connections on the Xchange and leverage digital as a medium to offer value to members and support the association’s commitment of being a hub for AV in the region.  https://xchange.avixa.org/users/avixa
Learning and Teaching Spaces Managers Group (LTSMG). An active community of Higher Education AV technologists & learning space designers with circa 500 members. The Learning and Teaching Spaces Managers Group was created to provide Higher Education AV, Media and IT managers with a forum to share knowledge and ideas through a private mailing list. As well as an active mailing list our key focus is our annual conference in November, which provides members with the opportunity to network and exchange ideas. If you currently work within Higher Education and are responsible for the design, specification, installation or support of Audio Visual systems then please Join Us. Specialties Education, AV, Learning Spaces, Collaboration , Video Conferencing, and Teaching & Learning
Aaron Weiler

Sr. Sales Engineer, Comcast Business

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.
Paul Konikowski, CTS-D, CISSP, CISM

Technology & Security Consultant, AECOM

► 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
The Industry Group (aka Kiosk Association) comprises various related technology sites and news feeds from kiosks to digital signage to POS and Smart City. Retail Automation and EV Charging are others. Self-service technology (SST) is a type of technology that allows customers to perform various tasks without the assistance of a human. SSTs can bring many benefits to both customers and businesses, including cost savings, improved efficiency, and better customer experience. The Kiosk Association comprises companies involved in self-service, digital signage, digital menus, outdoor technology, kiosks, point-of-sale, smart city, healthcare, telehealth, voice order, thin client, EV charging and retail automation.   Gold Sponsors Pyramid Computer – Kiosks Olea Kiosks – Kiosks TPGi Screen Reader Intel Kiosk Nanonation Software KIOSK Information Systems 22Miles Digital Signage Acquire Digital Software LG Kiosks Digital Signage Sitekiosk Software REDYREF Kiosks imageHOLDERS Kiosks Ingenico Payment ACRELEC – kiosks NZ Technologies Inc. meldCX Crane CPI KT Group Goldfinger Monitors – Digital Signage Giada Digital Signage Urway Holdings Innovative Technology – Cash Experts Full List
Laurentiu Voicu

Technical Director, Echipamente Audio-Video

Luana Crocco

Coordinator Member Services LATAM, AVIXA