Scott Vogt (He/Him)

Audio Visual Technician, Museum of the Bible
Suley Usman

Principal/ Founder, SUUSCONNECT, LLC

Facilitating the crossroads of technology and human interaction to create practical solutions and successful outcomes for AV business owners and leaders, employers and employees  • Creator of SALTE® (Spatial, Aesthetical, Logistical, Technological, Experiential) for value added sales and operations assessment, improvement, and execution • 25+ years in executive leadership and management • AV live events/ Integration • I continue to learn innovative and practical ways to further our ability to connect with one another both with, and without, the use of technology. I help AV companies reveal, develop, implement, and measure Value-Add Initiatives that produce results. If you’re interested in exploring this approach, I invite you to DM me to start a conversation.
Volney Cortes

Software Consultant, Chetu, Inc.

We want to be an alternative for organizations when their needs require adding developers or programmers. We work very well with other developers' teams. We are always looking to balance and meet our customers' goals from both budget and operational perspectives. We are very cost-effective as we only charge for developers' time and still add a free Team Leader, QA, and Project Manager. The intellectual property (IP) and source code belong 100% to our clients. We have over 24 years of experience and over 2800 in-house developers; we never outsource our work. We are technology agnostic. Some of the technologies we carry are Unreal Game Engine, Unity, Riot Engine, Maya, Houdini, Python, Android Apps, AngularJS, Apple (Objective-C and Swift), BizTalk, C, C# and C++, Coffee Script, ColdFusion, NodeJS, Database, DBA, DELPHI, Dot Net, Flash, Graphics, HTLM5 & CSS, Java, JavaScript, Mobile, PhoneGap, PHP, QA, Ruby on Rails, Test-Driven Development (TDD). We provide support to platforms such as Magento, Shopify, ERP - Oracle NetSuite, SAP, Dynamics, Sage (Microsoft Gold Partners), SharePoint, BizTalk, ESRI (GIS), AutoDesk (BIM), Clover, Odoo, Verifone, Ingenico, (CRM) - Salesforce, Zoho, BI -SAP BusinessObjects, IBM Cognos, (Accounting) QuickBooks, GP, etc. (Block of Hours Available) We create mobile and tablet applications, as well as Kiosks. We have infrastructure services: Network Support, DevOps (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle),  HelpDesk, DBAs, and Production Support. QA (Manual, Automatic, UFT, Selenium, LoadRunner, Silk, Cucumber, JMeter, Bugzilla, and more
Matthias Woggon

CEO, eyefactive GmbH

Narin Nara

Producer, Digital Media, AVIXA

Hello, I'm the Digital Media Producer at AVIXA! I'm a proud #AVTweep and love working in the awesome, vibrant industry known as AV. I'm Thai-'merican, overly-obsessed with cars, a hockey rink rat, and a doggo dad. (he/him)
As an experienced Audio Visual Project Manager with a dedicated career spanning 17 years in the dynamic world of AV technology. Throughout my journey, I've cultivated a deep passion for orchestrating seamless audiovisual experiences that captivate and inspire audiences. With nearly two decades of hands-on experience, I've honed my skills in every aspect of AV project management, from initial concept development to final execution. My expertise encompasses a wide range of projects, including corporate events, live concerts, theatrical productions, and immersive installations. What sets me apart is my commitment to excellence and innovation. Over the years, I've remained at the forefront of industry trends, continually exploring new technologies and techniques to push the boundaries of what's possible in the AV realm. This forward-thinking approach has allowed me to deliver cutting-edge solutions that exceed client expectations and leave a lasting impression. Collaboration is at the heart of my work ethic. I thrive in environments where diverse teams come together to turn ideas into reality. By fostering open communication and leveraging each team member's unique strengths, I ensure that every project is executed with precision and creativity. In addition to my technical expertise, I bring a strategic mindset to project management. I understand the importance of meticulous planning, budget management, and timeline adherence. By meticulously overseeing every aspect of the project lifecycle, I ensure smooth execution and successful outcomes, time and time again. As an Audio Visual Project Manager, I don't just deliver projects; I craft unforgettable experiences that leave a lasting impact. My goal is simple: to create moments that inspire, entertain, and connect people on a profound level. With 17 years of experience under my belt, I'm excited to continue pushing the boundaries of audiovisual excellence and shaping the future of the industry.
Stephen Trapani

Manager, Certification, AVIXA

Manager of AVIXA's Certification Program. I joined AVIXA in April 2018, and with Certification since January 2019. I've been working in the continuing education / certification field for the past 14 years.
Megan Dutta

Director of Emerging Technologies, THE rAVe Agency

As a technology journalist, Megan A. Dutta puts her passion for the audiovisual industry on each and every page, whether print or digital. Dutta is currently the director of emerging markets at LAVNCH and editor-in-chief of LAVNCH [CODE] where she explores new technologies like extended reality (XR), experiential advertising, projection mapping, and more.
Jiří Plátek

marketing manager, AV MEDIA SYSTEMS

Life is miserable without work. But when work is soulless, life suffocates and dies. If all businesses are to be real businesses, then perhaps all offices should be studios. If fostering creativity is the goal for business, then the work environment should offer a more collaborative atmosphere. The creative economy needs independent thinkers who have the freedom and ability to think creatively.
Jeremy Elsesser

President & CEO, Level 3 Audiovisual

Co-host "Experience AV" Podcast Quality Evangelist Life-Long Learner
JAYSON TOMLIN

Co-Founder, RISE Media Strategy

Joe Way

Executive Director, Digital Spaces, UCLA

Dr. Josiah Way is the Executive Director, Digital Spaces at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), known as a revolutionary visionary and innovator in the audiovisual industry. As the leading educational technology thought leader, Joe was recognized as the 2019 AV Professional of the Year, 2023 AV Living Legend, 2008 Businessman of the Year, and is named to multiple top industry and influencers lists, including the 2024 global Top 100 Innovators and Entrepreneurs, 2024 Who’s Who in America, 2023 Top 50 UC Professionals, and 2019 and 2022 Top 30 Higher Ed IT Leaders lists. He is a highly sought keynote speaker and writer, most acclaimed for his innovative design of the technology standard for hybrid instruction and business development within the higher ed vertical. Joe is the cofounder of the Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance (HETMA) and serves as the Editor-in-Chief of Higher Ed AV Media, host of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, and writer of the Business of AV monthly column. Dr. Way authored the bestselling book, Producing Worship, and is a regular contributor to multiple leading AV-industry publications, while also serving on numerous corporate and higher education advisory boards. Joe has over 30 years’ experience in education, technical production and the arts, and organizational leadership and management. He has been featured in Forbes Magazine, the Wall Street Journal, ABC and PBS Television, Yahoo News, and consulted for high profile organizations like the United Nations, US Department of Education, and over forty Fortune 500’s. In his free time, Joe enjoys cruising the lake on his boat with family and friends, golfing PGA West, and perfecting his Traeger meat-smoking techniques. Oh, and he once won his fantasy football league. Joe is available for speaking engagements, media appearances, and business development consulting.
Daniel Budinich Aparicio

Director, Interactive Audiovisual Museum of Las Condes

Experienced AV professional with more than 15 years of expertise in project management, design, coordination, and technical consulting. I have a deep understanding of the audiovisual field, with a diverse background spanning nonprofit organizations, the public sector, and interactive museums. My career has been defined by a strong focus on immersive experiences — creating environments that blend technology, storytelling, and space to engage audiences in new ways. At the heart of my work is a passion for transforming museums into interactive and immersive spaces, where audiovisual design enhances visitor engagement and creates memorable cultural experiences. My interests center on the intersection of technology and creativity, and I have always stayed at the forefront of this rapidly evolving landscape.
Dion Cooke

Member Services Global Industry Engagement, AVIXA

AV, Bacon, sports, and watermelon in no particular order. 
Community building specialist, with 10+ years of experience in technology! Love meeting new people, learning more about them, cultivating insightful discussions, and helping however I can. Passionate about video games, cars, and swordfighting!
María Eugenia Friedlmeier

Market Developer , Molver Technology SA

Hello everyone! I'm very happy to be a part of this community! As a market developer and a marketing professional with focus in the AV industry, I'm always searching for new solutions that work for the technological ecosystem. I'm proud to say that I'm part of Molver Technology, end-user services integration company. I would love to hear more from everyone at AVIXA Xchange. Let's get in touch! :) 
Hannah Zelmanski

Marketing Specialist, AVIXA

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.
Carla Charlton

Manager, Live Content EMEA, AVIXA

Erin Budnik

Manager, Market Intelligence, AVIXA

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!