Paul Konikowski, CTS-D, CISSP

Freelance Consultant, Open to New Opporitunities
Summer Campagna

Marketing, LRAV

Hi there! I am Summer, I work as a marketing specialist for LRAV, a luxury AV company that provides audio, lighting, video, and entertainment solutions for any event. 
Liju Raju Varghese

AVP-Technical, Leisung Technologies LLC

Amitkumar Parmar

AV System Design Engineer, SPOR GROUP

🎯 Role Overview 🔸AV Systems Designer / Solutions Architect 🔹Crafting bespoke audio-visual systems tailored to client needs. 🛠️ Core Responsibilities 🔸Designing customized AV solutions with precision and technical depth. 🔸Creating comprehensive technical documentation. 🔸Acting as a technical authority during business development. 🔸Managing multiple projects while balancing account managers' expectations. 💻 Specialization in Video Conferencing Platforms 🔸Expertise in designing AV systems for: 🔹Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms, Webex Rooms, Google Meet Rooms 🔧 Technology Stack 🔸Solutions built using leading AV brands: 🚀 Design Philosophy 🔸Integration of the latest corporate AV trends. 🔸Focus on innovation, security, and scalability. 🔸Incorporating networking and security into AV designs. 🔸Ensuring alignment with user experience through close collaboration with teams and clients.
Rich Sasson

Global Director Pro Community, Crestron Electronics Inc

A long-term AV enthusiast and professional, looking to expand knowledge about the Audio-Visual Industry to the next generation.  A Balloon Pilot and Inflation Team Leader for Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Entrepreneur of the AV industry and communication technologies. Enthusiastic and committed to people, in creating companies with a high human sense, passionate about marketing and new forms of digital communication. With more than 27 years of experience, I currently manage Viewhaus, my goal is to lead the company and make it a benchmark in the AV industry in Mexico, as well as being part of the most important AV service provider network around the world. I collaborate as an ambassador for SAVe (Sustainability in AV) in Mexico, as well as for AVIXA Xchange and I am part of the AVIXA sustainability advisory group, this allows me to endorse my interest and commitment to sustainability, circular economies and the environment.
Camila Chavarri

Embajadora Avixa XChange | Head of Marketing , Newtech Group

Hi everyone! i´m very happy to be part of this community! I´m Camila, Head of Marketing at Newtech. I´ve been part of this profession for 10 years, going through different industries and now I have been in the AV industry for 4 years and counting! I am very excited about all the innovation and constant evolution that this field brings. It is quite a challenge for us marketers. I would love to hear more from everyone at Avixa Xchange. Let's get in touch!
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. I hold certifications as a Project Management Professional (PMP) from PMI, as well as CTS-D and CTS-I from AVIXA, blending technical expertise with strong project leadership. I have extensive experience deploying technologies from leading manufacturers such as Crestron, Extron, Biamp, and many others, while managing vendors and ensuring seamless integration. 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
Scott Vogt

Audio Visual Technician, Museum of the Bible

Audio Visual Technician | Immersive Experience Specialist | d3 Disguise Operator | Creative Technologist | Project Manager Museum of the Bible Beeple Studios - Beeple LLC
CARLOS MURILL0

Regional Manager, LATAM & IBERIA, i3-Technologies N.V.

I’m a proud Colombian that loves life, family, friends, music, sports, food, travel, nature & meditation. I have 20+ years of international experience in Sales, Trade Marketing & Marketing in different industries (Technology, Consumer Goods and Textiles). During this time I’ve had the privilege to travel around and also live in different Countries (Canada, India) which has given me the gift to know different cultures and value the relevance of building cross-cultural understanding across nations. In a nutshell, I’m really good at establishing Strategic Alliances and opening international Channels of Distribution in the Latin America & Caribbean Region, using my ability to build long term relationships with customers and peers, strategically deliver results, manage complex situations, and lead multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
Mohammed Tabraiz

specialist Support Analyst , Resurgent Av Integrators Pvt Ltd

Natalie Gillespie

Sr. AV Support Specialist, Northwestern University

Christopher Hewitt

Manager, Classroom Technical Infrastructure, University of Guelph

Matt Pana

Assistant Director, Media Technology, ISDA

MattPana.com | @MattPana Navigating the crossroads of content and community in #proAV? Shoot me message, I'd love to hear what you're working on! I am available to contribute to content, webinars, panels and podcasts on the following topics: Diversity and AAPI Marketing and Content Creation Podcasting and Voice-Over Work Trade Associations and Nonprofits AV within an IT environment Matt's roots first took shape in at Seton Hall University, where he studied abroad in 4 countries and was quickly elected as one of the youngest National Chairs of FIND Inc., the east coast’s largest Filipino-American student organization. His latest mission has been to cultivate communities and develop engaging content, garnering a decade of experience in marketing, production, and digital media. After serving as a Communication Consultant for the United Nations (UNDP), Matt would go on to complete a Master’s in Communication at Purdue University. In this current chapter, Matt leverages his passions for media and technology to serve ISDA as a thought leader in the public sector. He is also an AVIXA XChange Advocate, contributing to content that cultivates conversation in the pro AV community. 
Carrick Secorski

Sales Engineer, Sound Planning Communications

AV sales representative in Metro Detroit, specializing in education. Hobbies include music, video games, off-roading, and riding my motorcycle. 
Emily Burkot - AVIXA

Coordinator, Standards, AVIXA

Technology Coordinator, Public and School Librarian, and now Standards Coordinator at AVIXA.
Jacques Booysen

Consultant, Cocine AV (PTY)Ltd

Ready to transform your business communication and productivity? At Cocine AV, we leverage 15 years of expertise in audio-visual technology and a decade of Life Coaching to empower businesses to navigate technology confidently and efficiently. Our mission is to create seamless solutions that enhance productivity, reduce stress, and allow you and your team to focus on what truly matters: your business. Why Choose Cocine AV? With extensive training, key supplier partnerships, and strong peer relationships, we deliver cutting-edge solutions for: ·         Poor Acoustics ·         MS Teams Integration ·         Office Automation ·         Building Automation ·         PBX and Unified Communications But we go beyond AV. Partnering with Shadowmatch, we ensure you onboard the right talent, maintain a documented skills register, coach and mentor employees, resolve workplace conflicts, and develop comprehensive employee development plans. The Cocine AV Advantage Our holistic approach merges AV and IT, recognizing the critical role of effective communication in both fields. Shadowmatch complements our AV solutions by enhancing communication and streamlining employee integration, significantly reducing onboarding time from months to weeks. It also provides invaluable insights for employee restructuring and performance management, ensuring your team operates efficiently. Why Shadowmatch? ·         Accelerated Onboarding:   Reduce the settling-in period to a week or two. ·         Effective Restructuring:   Seamlessly reassign employees to better-suited roles. ·         Performance Tracking:   Maintain clear records and proof of employee progress and decisions. Our Commitment At Cocine AV, we don’t just supply top-notch equipment and software; we listen to your needs, address your concerns, and provide tailored support and education to implement the perfect solution for your business. Our journey began with whiteboards, pinboards, and projection screens, evolving into a comprehensive service across Corporate AV, Voice Evacuation, and Unified Communications.   Certified in an extensive range of products and peripherals, we draw on over 500 years of combined supplier experience to deliver expert advice and unparalleled solutions. 
Nathan Hufford

Global Enterprise Account Manager, FORTÉ

I am a client centric AV/IT Technologist / Account Manager working with enterprise clients on a national and global level. With a long career focused on convergence technology, I am passionate about developing great user experiences through development of solving collaboration challenges.
Virginia Molina

Gerente de Marketing y Relaciones Globales | Embajadora de AVIXA Xchange | Embajadora de SAVe, Proyecciones Digitales - GPA Argentina y Uruguay

¡Hola a todos! Estoy encantada de ser parte de esta comunidad. Soy Virginia, Gerente de Marketing y Relaciones Globales en Proyecciones Digitales – GPA Argentina y Uruguay. Con 13 años de experiencia en la industria AV, me apasiona la innovación, el arte y todo lo que impulsa nuevas formas de crear y conectar. A lo largo de mi carrera, he buscado integrar la interculturalidad y la sustentabilidad en cada proyecto, porque creo que solo con una mirada consciente y diversa es posible generar un impacto real y duradero.
Our Community Spotlight highlights some of the most prominent, active users in the AVIXA Xchange community. These quick interviews touch on hot topics within the AV industry right from the minds of experts in their respective fields.
Bryce Chilcote, CTS

AV Design Engineer, Chugach Government Solutions

As a VTC Hub Technician at Apex Systems, I support United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) with audio-visual and video teleconferencing systems. I have an active Top Secret Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) clearance and a CompTIA Security+ certification, which demonstrate my ability to handle sensitive information and protect network security. I am also a Front-End Developer at EP Marketing Source, where I create and maintain websites using Webflow, a no-code web design platform. I have a Webflow Layout Certification, Level 2, and an Inbound Marketing certification from HubSpot Academy, which show my proficiency in web design and digital marketing. I have over two years of web development experience, including seven months at Heirloom Cloud Corporation, where I developed quality products with no existing baseline to meet emerging requirements. VTC Hub Technician at Apex Systems supporting NORAD/USNORTHCOM HQ (Aug 2023-Current)  Responsible for all NORAD/USNORTHCOM headquarters AV/VTC equipment  Maintained 20+ VTC systems supporting scheduled and unscheduled UNCLASSIFIED, SECRET and TOP SECRET calls  Experience troubleshooting fiber connections and diagnosing network errors vs. hardware errors  Submitted and actioned Avante tickets regarding VTC outage issues physically and remotely  Troubleshooting Audiovisual rack-mounted systems and diagnosing problem connections  Remoting into various brands of Codec CISCO, Polycom etc., to troubleshoot configuration  Replaced/mounted TV and other AV equipment, including rack-based components AV/VTC Technician at Jacobs supporting Special Operations Command North/USNORTHCOM (June 2023-Aug 2023)  Maintained 8 VTC systems supporting scheduled and unscheduled SECRET and TOP SECRET calls  Developed continuity/visual aids for VTC operations and in-person training when needed  Submitted and actioned Remedy tickets regarding VTC outage issues physically and remotely  Diagnosing problems reported by users by asking questions and sitting in during meetings  Stress testing VTC systems during low operations days to find potential problems  Experience remoting into CISCO Codecs and fixing poor/outdated configurations