Matt Pana
Assistant Director, Media Technology, ISDA
- Xchange Members
- United States of America
Passionate in identifying and delivering the right resource to our members in the Pro-AV market from India & GCC countries to achieve their goals in Education , Certification, Standards and Market Research so they better utilise them for the development of their businesses. https://xchange.avixa.org/users/avixa
SaaS WEX traveler now marketing in the AV world. New(ish) to digital signage but fully caffeinated and thriving. I love people-centered solutions, good storytelling, and building killer decks. Big fan of accessible signage, vision+strategy, and second cups of really good coffee. Did I mention I love coffee?
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Performance-driven professional offering over 17 years of insightful experience, building on a strong foundation in AV systems and workplace transformation strategy, I work hands-on with clients to design, implement, and optimize technology that drives collaboration, innovation, and productivity in the modern workplace.
’m Kuzhalan “Sam” Vasuki Samydurai, CEO & Chief Solutions Architect at Officehub Tech (Zoho Partner). My team helps AV system integrators modernize sales-to-service operations with Zoho One—quoting to BOM to install to service—tightly integrated with D-Tools SI. We build practical, field-ready workflows: proposal automation, BOM/parts sync, purchasing & inventory, job costing, install scheduling, RMA/service contracts, and executive dashboards.
Beyond implementation, we productize repeatable AV best practices—including a turnkey Zoho One blueprint for integrators and a BOM module purpose-built for AV. I also authored a Zoho One implementation guidebook and lead a US–India delivery model (Orlando & Chennai) for speed, scale, and cost efficiency.
If you’re aiming for faster quoting, clean handoffs, and predictable margins, let’s connect.
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.
Manali Jain
Brand and Marketing Communications Manager, Sharp NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc.
Marketing and communications leader with a passion for connecting people, technology, and ideas. Experienced in elevating brand presence and driving engagement across the pro AV industry, I thrive on creating strategies that blend storytelling with innovation to deliver measurable impact.
Analytical and results-driven Project Manager with extensive experience leading large-scale projects and on-site implementations in Control & Automation, Low-Current Systems, and AV technologies. Passionate about smart building and smart home solutions, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with client expectations. Strong background in physics and computer science, enabling structured problem-solving and innovative system integration.
Started Journey as Live sound System Engineer For small AV company in 2007.
Then join one Dubbing studio and Done Some Movies Dubbing and Music Mixing Till 2008.
After 2008 Started working as Freelancer for Audio Jobs as Recording, Dubbing and Mixing engineer for regional language Music and Movies.
From 2010 corporate journey Started with Manufacturer of AV Acessories in India.
Till 2012 worked as Technical Marketing team Head for the Product developments and Possible solutions for Pro Audio and Video Industry Acessories.
After 2013 Started working for Pro Audio Industry Products as BDM for West India.
From 2016 Working as Individual Audio, Video and Acoustics Design Consultant for freelance projects across India and in global market.
I have 20 years of experience in the audiovisual industry. I started my company in Bolivia in 2005, selling outdoor LED video screens, digital signage systems, LED lighting, and providing large-format digital printing and point-of-sale promotional material manufacturing. During these years, I learned a great deal and worked with prestigious global technology brands in this field.
In December 2023, we expanded all our services to the United States. In this new phase, I am collaborating on AV integration projects for clients in South America and within the country.
I’m a has-been geek turned manager, turned executive, turned (hopefully) into leader. I love technology and even more I love people. So what I find really interesting is the intersection of people and technology…and in so many ways, that’s my definition of AV.