Gary Kayye, founder of rAVe Publications, is one of the most prominent personalities in the audiovisual industry. He has been a contributor to WIRED magazine and a technical advisor and columnist for Sound & Communications magazine as well as an opinionated columnist for rAVe [Publications] since 2003. In addition to his writing and market analysis, Gary has been a product, marketing and business operations consultant to dozens of AV companies in the U.S. and overseas. Clients have included companies such as Sony, Sharp, Epson, Lutron, InFocus, Sanyo, Mitsubishi, NEC and Philips.
Gary, who has been involved with the audiovisual market for over 20 years, was the recipient of the InfoComm 2003 Educator of the Year Award and the 2007 NSCA Instructor of the Year Award. Over the years, he has donated much of his time as an active volunteer in the AV industry’s trade association and served as chairman of InfoComm’s Professional Education & Training Committee (PETC), chairman of the ICIA Design School Committee and chairman of InfoComm’s Installation School Committee. In addition, he has served on the InfoComm board of governors. He also helped grow the InfoComm Projection Shoot-Out as the premiere AV industry trade show special event serving on the committee from 1991 through 1997, and was instrumental in launching the Shoot-Out in the European market at the Photokina Expo in 1994 and 1996 as well as the Asian market at the 1995 and 1997 INFOCOMM Asia shows.
Prior to founding his own company, Gary was vice president of sales and marketing for AMX Corporation (www.amx.com), a manufacturer specializing in professional AV and residential AV control systems. Prior to AMX, Gary spent nine years at Extron Electronics (www.extron.com), rising to the position of vice president of sales and marketing.
Gary earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism in 1987 from the University of North Carolina and is currently Adjunct Faculty at UNC in the School of Journalism teaching a class on how future technologies will affect the future of advertising, PR and marketing.
He is also the founder of Swim for Smiles, a non-profit that raises money for the N.C. Children’s Hospital through swimming and other fitness-related events for kids.
You can contact him at [email protected]..
Alfatron Electronics announced the availability of its ALF-IPK1HE 4K Networked Encoder and ALF-IPK1HD 4K Networked Decoder, a pair of AV-over-IP devices designed for high-quality, low-latency audio and video distribution across networked environments. The combination enables users to transmit lightly compressed 4K signals with lossless visual quality over standard Ethernet, making it well suited for videowalls, […]
Nureva Inc. has named EET Group as its new distributor for Denmark and Norway, strengthening access to its audio conferencing systems across the Nordic region. Headquartered in Birkerød, Denmark, EET Group is one of Europe’s largest value-added IT distributors, operating in more than 20 markets and serving a wide network of AV and IT resellers. […]
Xyte announced that Panasonic Projector & Display Americas, NETGEAR, Planar, Legamaster and ilumento have joined its Connect+ ecosystem, expanding the company’s network of AI-powered connected devices. The additions strengthen the industry’s first open, vendor-agnostic platform that unifies AV, unified communications and IT device management within a single cloud-based environment. The Connect+ ecosystem enables manufacturers, integrators, […]
Integrated Systems Events (ISE) has announced a new strategic partnership with EduTech Cluster and Fira de Barcelona to co-host the 12th edition of EdTech Congress Barcelona, taking place Feb. 4–5, 2026, at the Palau de Congressos in Barcelona. The two-day event will run alongside ISE 2026 and continue its mission to explore how technology can […]
Zones, a global provider of IT solutions and managed services, has announced its official entry into the professional audiovisual (ProAV) industry. The expansion, revealed during the Zones Customer Connect tech experience held at the Porsche Center in Atlanta, signals a major step in aligning AV technologies with Zones’ established IT infrastructure and lifecycle services. “There’s […]
i-PRO Co., Ltd., a global provider of professional security, public safety and medical solutions, announced plans to take over the wholesale and marketing functions for its products in Japan from Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. The transition, expected to conclude on March 31, 2026, will occur following regulatory approval. The restructuring represents a major milestone in […]
Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA), a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, has expanded its professional projector portfolio with the launch of the A Series (XP-A824U, XP-A104U, XP-A155U, XP-A175U) and V Series (XP-V731U, XP-V801U) LCD laser projectors. The models are designed to deliver bright, high-quality visuals and flexible installation options for a wide […]
Allen & Heath announced firmware V1.6 for its AHM series of audio matrix processors, adding advanced tools that expand scalability and integration for commercial and large-scale installations. The update introduces Unit Stacking, enhanced third-party control and monitoring, and new feedback suppression technology for select models. “With AHM V1.6, we’re expanding the possibilities for both commercial […]
Extron announced that its AV technologies played a key role in the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia’s (Unimore) new Quarto Polo campus in Reggio Emilia, Italy. The 3,350-square-meter facility, located within the city’s Innovation Park, includes nine classrooms, two laboratories and an auditorium designed to support more than 1,700 students and staff. With Extron’s […]
SNA Displays is rebuilding the Circa Digital Spectacular in downtown Los Angeles, a project the company says will create the largest curved digital-out-of-home (DOOH) display on the U.S. West Coast. Located in the city’s sports and entertainment district, the new LED display will span approximately 330 feet in length and cover 20,000 square feet of […]
DisplayNote Technologies has introduced Launcher v2, the next generation of its meeting room software, developed to simplify collaboration and improve management across shared workspaces. Designed for IT teams, AV professionals and end users, Launcher v2 builds on the secure foundation of the original Launcher while adding new tools for control, customization and communication. The updated […]
The National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA) has announced the speaker lineup for its 2026 Business & Leadership Conference (BLC), scheduled for Feb. 24–26, 2026, at the Ritz-Carlton Dallas Las Colinas in Irving, Texas. The annual event brings together leaders from commercial integration firms to explore strategies for growth, leadership and adaptability in a changing business […]
VuWall announced the opening of a new office and Experience Centre in London, expanding its footprint to support customers and partners in the United Kingdom and surrounding regions. Located in Salisbury House near Moorgate Station, the site is intended to provide local expertise, faster support and closer collaboration as demand for mission-critical visualization grows across […]
ADI | Snap One introduced two new SunBrite outdoor TV lines — the Solis full-sun 4K smart series and the Veranda 4 full-shade series — as part of the brand’s 20th anniversary. The new models offer improved brightness, energy efficiency and simplified installation, marking SunBrite’s first market entry in the Asia-Pacific region. “Outdoor living is […]
Fohhn Audio AG, a German manufacturer of professional loudspeaker systems and digital beam steering technology, has named FVC as its distributor for the Middle East and Africa (excluding Southern Africa). The agreement expands access to Fohhn’s networked audio solutions, which are used in airports, government facilities, houses of worship, higher education and corporate environments worldwide. […]
Korbyt has announced a new portfolio of digital signage media players ahead of Digital Signage Experience (DSE) 2025, expanding its hardware ecosystem for enterprise and workplace communications. The lineup includes the Aries III Fanless Signage Player, Orion 4K Signage Player, and Vega Multi-Zone Signage Player, each designed for plug-and-play integration with the Korbyt Anywhere content […]
ProjX360 has appointed Kristina Marshall as onboarding director to guide new clients through the company’s end-to-end business management platform for custom integration and pro AV companies. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, ProjX360 provides workflow software that connects sales, project management, scheduling, and service operations for integrators. Marshall will lead initiatives that help customers adopt the platform […]
NetSpeek has announced the first availability of Lena, an AI-powered platform designed to automate and simplify operations across professional audiovisual (Pro AV) and Unified Communications (UC) environments. Built to address the growing complexity of multi-vendor collaboration ecosystems, Lena—short for Language Enabled Network Administrator—centralizes AV and UC management by using natural-language automation to monitor, troubleshoot, and […]
PPDS has unveiled the next generation of its Philips MediaSuite range, introducing the 6000 Series with Ambilight and the 7000 Series UltraSlim. Designed for the hospitality market, the new TVs integrate cloud gaming, Google Cast, and Apple AirPlay, delivering more immersive and personalized in-room entertainment while offering new operational efficiencies for hotels. The 6000 and […]
AI start-up NetSpeek is engineered to solve problems before you ever realize you have them. That’s what NetSpeek EVP and GTM, Sam Kennedy, told gary on his Rants and rAVe’s videocast today. The idea is to add NetSpeek to any and all systems so that you never have to worry if a ProAV system is […]
Mimo, a manufacturer of small touch screen displays and visual alerting solutions, has announced a new integration with WSPER, a provider of physical panic buttons and sensor-triggered emergency alert systems. The partnership enables real-time on-screen emergency notifications across Mimo FlashCast-enabled displays as soon as a WSPER device is activated. WSPER’s panic buttons and environmental sensors […]
Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) has officially opened registration for ISE 2026, taking place 3–6 Feb. 2026 at the Fira de Barcelona. Returning under the theme “Push Beyond,” ISE 2026 invites attendees to explore new ideas, challenge expectations and discover technologies that redefine what’s possible in AV and integrated systems. “Each year, we aim to deliver […]
Jabra has announced new certifications for its professional headset lineup in collaboration with Zoom, reinforcing both companies’ commitment to delivering high-performance communication tools for frontline and hybrid workforces. The Jabra Perform 75 headset is now officially certified for Zoom Workplace for Frontline, while the Jabra Evolve2 75 has been certified as a Zoom Native Bluetooth Headset […]
LynTec, a manufacturer of electrical power control solutions for professional audio, video and lighting systems, has announced a new partnership with SSRC Inc., a custom manufacturer of theatrical, entertainment and broadcast power distribution products. Under the agreement, LynTec will now offer a range of SSRC’s distribution solutions, including BAL, SL and H/L V Connector Strips, […]
The National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA) has released its 2025 Financial Analysis of the Industry report, providing industry-specific information for systems integrators on key business fundamentals like markets served, systems and technologies offered, sales trends, labor breakdowns and company financial health. Now in its 17th edition, the report draws data from nearly 100 integration companies […]
QSC has expanded its Q-SYS AV Platform with new products and software features designed to enhance hybrid collaboration, audio integration, and system scalability. The update introduces the NC-90 and NC-Pro15x network cameras, high-density QIO Series audio I/O models, Space Utilization for Q-SYS Reflect, the Q-SYS Library and expanded NS Series Gen 2 switches. “We are […]
I caught up with Bob Bonniol, ACT Entertainment’s director of innovation and an Emmy Award-winning director, producer and designer. He walked me through ACT’s next chapter, which centers on the concept of “theater everywhere.” Watch this episode to get his vision for ACT before you hit the LDI show floor.
Midwich has announced a new U.S. distribution partnership with Lightware Visual Engineering, a global provider of signal management, switching and AV connectivity solutions. Through the partnership, Midwich will distribute Lightware’s portfolio — including the Taurus UCX platform, matrix switchers, AV-over-IP technologies and USB-C solutions — to integrators, resellers and end users across the U.S. Midwich […]
Neat has introduced Neat Open, a new mode designed to make bring-your-own-device (BYOD) meeting spaces more flexible, consistent and manageable on Neat devices. The company announced that Neat Open will be generally available in spring 2026. The solution combines BYOD with access to Neat’s App Hub and AI-powered features, all managed through Neat Pulse. The […]
Planar has introduced the Komodo Series, a new line of ultra-fine pixel pitch Chip-on-Board (COB) MicroLED video wall displays designed for indoor applications that require high visual performance and reliability. Available in 0.7, 0.9 and 1.2 millimeter pixel pitches, the Planar Komodo Series offers professional-grade color reproduction with DCI-p3 color gamut and brightness up to […]
Xyte has announced two senior leadership appointments as it accelerates its next phase of growth. Matt Stone has joined the company as Vice President of Marketing, while Andrew Gross has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Sales and U.S. General Manager. Stone brings more than 20 years of SaaS and technology marketing experience. He […]
Almo Pro AV will conclude its 2025 E4 Experience Tour in Chicago on Oct. 7 at Drury Lane in Oakbrook, Ill. The stop is expected to be the largest in the event’s 16-year history. Traditionally hosted biannually in select cities, the E4 Experience will now become an annual event in the Chicagoland area following high […]
