Javier Mendez

Engineer, Freelance
Alexis Bou Farhat, CTS-D, CTS-I

ELV Project Manager, IMAR Trading and Contracting

With over 20 years of experience in the AV and ELV industries, I specialize in AV system design, installation, management, and integration across diverse sectors, including corporate, education, sports, healthcare, hospitality, and government. My career began in 2003 with the AV team at a 5-star hotel in Lebanon, where I developed a passion for AV systems. Technical leadership spans advanced audiovisual ecosystems including digital signage networks, broadcast and media systems, large-format LED environments, video mapping, PAVA and emergency communication systems, intelligent wayfinding, collaboration spaces, lecture theatres, hospitality technologies, and integrated control platforms. Known for bridging the gap between consultants, architects, operators, and technology vendors to ensure cohesive design delivery and future-ready infrastructure. Strong focus on user experience, operational efficiency, scalability, and reliability across complex facilities. Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and AVIXA CTS-D / CTS-I, demonstrating mastery in AV system design, integration, and project governance. Active contributor to the global AV community as an AVIXA Xchange Advocate across the Middle East and GCC. Industry speaker at the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2023 & 2025 in Barcelona, Infocomm India Sep 2025, representing Qatar and contributing insights on evolving AV technologies, project delivery practices, and knowledge collaboration within the global AV community. Currently, I am part of BLINQ, a division of IMAR Trading and Contracting in Qatar, where I serve as the ELV Projects Manager, focusing on ELV systems and immersive AV solutions. I am committed to continuous learning, staying ahead of industry trends, and mentoring emerging professionals to elevate the AV field
Virginia Molina

CEO | Embajadora de AVIXA Xchange | Embajadora de SAVe, Proyecciones Digitales - GPA Argentina y Uruguay

¡Hola a todos! Soy Virginia Molina, CEO de Proyecciones Digitales para Argentina y Uruguay. Llevo más de 14 años en la industria audiovisual y tecnológica, acompañando a organizaciones en la creación de entornos de colaboración, comunicación e innovación centrados en las personas. Me apasiona conectar tecnología, estrategia y propósito para generar experiencias con impacto positivo. A lo largo de mi carrera he trabajado promoviendo la sostenibilidad, la diversidad de perspectivas y el intercambio intercultural como motores de innovación, convencida de que los mejores resultados surgen cuando integramos diferentes miradas, experiencias y contextos. Además de mi rol ejecutivo, participo activamente en iniciativas internacionales vinculadas al desarrollo de la industria audiovisual, la sostenibilidad y la inclusión. Me entusiasma formar parte de esta comunidad para aprender, compartir experiencias y construir conexiones significativas con colegas de todo el mundo.
Ben Barnard

Regional Manager, UK & Ireland, AVIXA

Get in touch for anything related to AVIXA in the UK & Ireland - we're here to help and waiting to hear from you!
Lisa Matthews, CTS

Open to opportunities , NA

A marketing professional and 20-year AV industry veteran, I am a proud CTS holder and enthusiastic #AVfoodie who is passionate about innovative technologies, design, and all things AV. I look forward to connecting with you here on Xchange and invite you to join me on LinkedIn as well.  To reach me, please message me on LinkedIn, as I am unable to reply to conversations here.