Rodrigo Casassus Coke, CTS

Snr Director of Development - Latinamerica & Caribbean, AVIXA
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.
Diseño e Integración de Soluciones Audiovisuales, Comunicaciones Unificadas y Colaboración, ofrecemos una amplia gama de soluciones para cada cliente. #ConectandoPersonasConTecnologia
Alejandro Solignac

Engineering Director - Board Member, ICAP Global

There is something that I always repeat, I have been lucky enough to experience the music of the 80s and also grow professionally along with the parallel development of the AV industry. I have developed my career here at ICAP since I joined in 1993, more than 29 years in addition to receiving all the support in education and knowledge from AVIXA as well as others. They know me as the Man behind the scenes..........
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 I volunteer 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.
Jorge Cañete

Airport Business Developer, Airport Gurus

I’m a Airport Business Developer and Audio Visual, Low Current & Security Senior Systems Engineer with a Master’s Degree in Engineering and a Master’s Degree in Project Management. I do have 14 years of experience in my job including 8 years of Airport Experience, at New Santiago Airport, 35M passengers/year, and Carrasco Airport in Uruguay. I was in charge of the Design, integration, and direct supervision of security, Airport Operation systems, and safety systems. I was managing directly different sub-contractors for ELV & Security systems. I was involved in the project from Design, Tender, Procurement, Super- vision, Testing & Commissioning up to ORAT and project Hand-Over. I’m also the founder of Calttron AV (Audio Video), an Consulting and Engineering company specializing in Low Voltage Systems (ELVS).
Harrison Radie

Director Global Industry Engagement, AVIXA

Mike Morton

Regional Manager, SurgeX

Chuck Espinoza

Instructor, AVIXA

Roland Bough

Strategic Sales Executive, Milestone Technologies, Inc.

Roberto Fuentes

Director, ProMusica

Mauro Aimar

Account Executive, Expex

Juan Montoya Rendon

UX Strategic Manager, Ambientes Inteligentes SAS

Diseñador Técnico Audiovisual y Consultor Especialista en Integración y Automatización de Sistemas AV   Con más de 30 años de experiencia en el diseño, implementación y gestión de proyectos audiovisuales complejos, ha trabajado ampliamente en diversos sectores, incluidos el corporativo, minorista, mayorista, educativo y de entretenimiento. Su experiencia abarca el diseño de sonido profesional, la integración de sistemas y las tecnologías AV más avanzadas.   Educación y Formación Especializada: Administrador de Empresas – Universidad de Medellín Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) – AVIXA Formación especializada en sistemas de audio profesional – NSCA, SYN-AUD-CON, CEDIA. Certificaciones en diseño de sistemas de sonido, talleres de sonido en vivo, integración de sistemas, sistemas de audio para seguridad pública y audio en red.   Experiencia Profesional Clave: Gerente Estratégico UX, Ambientes Inteligentes (2015-presente): Liderando el desarrollo de negocios en las áreas de audio, video y automatización, con enfoque en la experiencia del usuario e innovación. Gerente de Ventas Bosch Communications: Gestión de ventas para el Área Andina y Centro America, enfocado a sistemas de audio profesional, megafonía y emergencias. Gerente de Ventas ProAudio en Telex/ElectroVoice Gestión de ventas para América Latina, centrado en sistemas de audio profesional e intercomunicadores. Consultor y Diseñador de Sistemas Integrados AV: Amplia experiencia en el diseño y consultoría de sistemas AV para estadios, aeropuertos, oficinas corporativas, universidades, entre otros.   Especialidades: Diseño e implementación de sistemas AV Sistemas de comunicación pública y de emergencia Automatización de audio para espacios inteligentes Integración de sistemas (Audio-Video-Seguridad)
Krasimir Peykovski

Communication & Marketing Senior Specialist, SpinetiX

At SpinetiX, I drive multichannel comms campaigns and oversee digital marketing, from website management to social media growth. I collaborate in cross-functional initiatives together with the product, support, and development teams to create product documentation. My role also involves directing our digital signage academy with AVIXA-approved courses and developing engaging brand-aligned content, as well as coordinating with internal and external partners to fulfill our marketing strategies. All this, while thriving in a multicultural setting of teammates from across the globe.
George "Red" Fournier Jr. CTS

Founder, Vice President of Technical Services, Laia Technologies North America

George “Red” Fournier, CTS, serves as Vice President of Technical Services for Laia Technologies North America, leading the company’s technical strategy, partner enablement, and product‑integration initiatives across the U.S. and Canadian markets. With over 40 years in audiovisual engineering, systems design, and unified communications, Red works closely with Laia’s global product and development teams to ensure the company’s camera and software ecosystem delivers seamless, reliable, and customer‑centric experiences. His ability to blend deep engineering expertise with real‑world integrator insight makes him a trusted voice in translating emerging Laia technologies into practical, scalable solutions for corporate, education, and government environments. Red is also known for his leadership and advocacy across the AV industry. He founded AV Gives Back in 2015, uniting the AV community around service and support efforts under the #AVGivesBack banner. He has held several roles within AVIXA’s councils—including the Manufacturers, Diversity, and Women’s Councils—and served as Chairman of the Systems Integrators Council from 2020 to 2022. Throughout the pandemic, he helped guide integrators through unprecedented disruption by establishing collaborative forums, partnering with the ITS Council, and advancing initiatives on contractor best practices, workforce development, and new‑hire onboarding, reinforcing his long‑standing commitment to industry standards and community resilience. Beyond his professional impact, Red is a lifelong volunteer dedicated to service, mentorship, and community support. Since 1985, he has served North Jersey communities as a volunteer firefighter, fire police officer, trainer, and hazardous‑materials emergency responder. He remains deeply engaged in youth development with the Patriots Path Council of Scouting America in New Jersey as a District Commissioner at Large, Unit Commissioner, merit badge counselor, and advancement administrator for both Troop & Crew 144. Red and his wife Beth, celebrated as the first female firefighter and first female captain in the 190‑year history of the City of Paterson Fire Department, are especially proud of their son, Seán, who will enter NJIT’s Ying Wu College of Computing as a first‑year student academically classified as a junior, pursuing Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and AI after completing his A.S., 61 credits, Security+ and ISC2 CC certifications through the County College of Morris/Morris County Share Time Program in Pequannock HS.
Tomas Corro Castro

Project Manager AV, IntegraVision Studio

Carlos Perez

Project Manager, Seel SA

Joshua Odeneal

AV Engineer, Angel of the Winds Casino

Brian Brustad

Regional Smart Building Lead, AECOM

Milton Trigueros Contreras

Field Supervisor , JN AV

Jorge Toledo

Engineer Department Coordinator, ASESORES Y CONSULTORES EN TECNOLOGIA SA DE CV