Visionary has appointed Richard McPherson as executive director of strategic accounts. In this role, McPherson will build customer relationships and support business development with the industry’s fastest-growing, medium- to large-scale integration companies. McPherson joins Visionary in the newly created executive director of strategic accounts position. McPherson brings a “wealth of success in engineering, operations, sales […]

Commercial Integrator Expo, owned and produced by Emerald, the new exposition and conference for the commercial audiovisual integration channel and technology managers, announces the formation of the Content Advisory Committee. Commercial Integrator Expo’s Content Advisory Committee is a “diverse group of subject matter experts who will provide recommendations and insights to inform the inaugural event’s […]

Marshall Electronics just announced the new ML-454-V2 monitor, a two-rack unit Quad 4.5” screen ML-454-V2 video monitor. The ML-454-V2 Quad 4.5″ Screens LCD display is an economical solution for fly-packs, control rooms, routing rooms and other video system applications. Looping video inputs set this product apart from similar-looking products. With the ML-454-V2, users are not […]

Meyer Sound has promoted Amy Luley to the position of director of global sales operations. In her new capacity, Luley will assume responsibility for overseeing and coordinating the operational activities of the Meyer Sound sales teams both in the United States and internationally. Luley was promoted to the new position based on the “extraordinary sales […]

Founded in 1993, Dimensional Innovations is an experience design, build and technology firm providing clients with remarkable, human-centered experiences. Headquartered in Kansas City, with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Denver and Chicago, Dimensional Innovations unites a team of interior designers, graphic designers, engineers, architects, welders, painters, UX specialists and creative technologists. Their team has […]

Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania celebrated its 700th anniversary this year. Amongst many different events, a revival of Joseph Haydn’s oratorio “The Creation” was performed at Vilnius City Hall. The oratorio was first played at the historic Vilnius City Hall more than 200 years ago and later performed in Vienna, Austria. The premiere was made […]

The latest leg of Lizzo’s The Special Tour is currently taking the pop star — who recently added a fourth Grammy Award to her collection, winning Record of the Year for her “About Damn Time” single — across Europe, the UK and North America through summer 2023. Since the start of the tour in 2022, […]

Boom Collaboration launched the Boom UNO conferencing system that combines a 120° HD camera with a 360° omnidirectional microphone and built-in speaker. The compact device connects via USB cable and is available in black and white and, like every USB UC system, it works with Zoom, Teams, Webex, Google Meet and all the major meeting […]

BenQ included Eyesafe Certification of its latest interactive display, the BenQ Board RP03. So far, it’s the industry’s only interactive display to meet the safety standard, BenQ Board RP03 features built-in EyeCare technologies that have been tested and certified to protect users’ eyesight by reducing high-energy blue light. Blue light, also known as high-energy visible […]

Sanus is releasing height-adjustable and fixed-height speaker stands and wall mounts for the new Sonos Era 100 and Era 300 wireless speakers. The new speaker stands and wall mounts are available in singles or pairs and are ideally suited for integrators installing the new Sonos speakers in applications like home theaters or ambient listening spaces. […]

A Wavefront Precision line array forms the centerpiece of a new AV upgrade at the Discover Church in Milwaukee, specified and installed by Martin Audio partner Avenue Systems. The expanding ministry has undergone several campus extensions since 1969, culminating in a major renovation in 2022, which included the sanctuary. Avenue Systems were part of that […]

Orchard Road, Singapore has added another jewel to its crown in the form of a PUMA flagship store. This unique retail environment, designed to mirror Puma’s brand essence of weaving sports into lifestyle, reflects Singapore’s vibrant heritage and Puma’s relentless energy. PUMA chose the LUMOS LED display system, designed and developed by U.K.-based Esprit Digital. […]

Don and his wife, Carolyn, founded Synergetic Audio Concepts or Syn-Aud-Con, later referred to as SynAudCon, in 1973. For 23 years Don and Carolyn created the synergetic foundation that educated and trained more than 10,000 sound contractors, designers and consultants from around the world. They literally changed lives. SynAudCon was acquired by Pat and Brenda […]

The SDVoE Alliance announced AVPro Edge has joined the SDVoE Alliance as a contributing member. AVPro Edge’s latest product, the MXNet 10G AV-over-IP ecosystem, is for commercial and residential applications using SDVoE technology. It provides system endpoints and a software platform for audio, video, USB, KVM and control signals. SDVoE’s ASIC-based technology consolidates a host […]

PPDS (aka: Philips digital signage) announced the appointment of Kristen O’Connor to its North American management team. Part of an accelerated recruitment drive to increase staff numbers by 50 percent in North America this year, Kristen O’Connor joins as PPDS’ new sales operations manager, NA. Based in Oregon, and with a career entering its 12th […]

In order to tell this story I need to set the stage. Here’s what you need to know. When I start work in the morning one of the steps in my routine is to log in to Alberta Purchasing Connection: that’s the portal of the provincial government that aggregates all the RFQs and RFPs for […]

Viking Electronics, Inc. has introduced a new mobile app to give customers, distributors, and installers easy access to Viking product information and downloads. The Viking app is available now to download free via the Apple App Store or Google Play. According to the company, the Viking app offers an easy-to-use, on-the go experience for customers. […]

AV Gives has launched its 2023 fundraising campaign and networking initiatives in support of Rosie Riveters, a non-profit organization that empowers young girls by building personal confidence, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills through hands-on, community-based STEM programs. Under the direction of co-founders Erica Carroll and Jennifer Goodyer, CTS, AV Gives’ 2023 goals share a common purpose of engaging and […]

With the conclusion of Digital Signage Day comes the bittersweet reality that tomorrow is our last day of LAVNCH WEEK 7, and today is my last LAVNCH WEEK recap for a while (I know, I’m just as upset about it as you are, but Steph says I have to share the spotlight). Like the last […]

RoseWater Energy Group announced the release of the new Hub40 Energy Management Hub. The new Hub40, with a side-by-side configuration, is now available to integrators for clean power and protection from power anomalies in large luxury residential projects with extensive sophisticated electronics investments. Networks, security, control systems, lighting, shades, AV systems and any microprocessor-driven appliance […]

Sanus released the new Large Outdoor Premium Tilt TV Wall Mount for TVs 37 inches to 95 inches and the Large Outdoor Premium Full-Motion TV Mount for TVs in sizes 40 inches up to 85 inches. Both outdoor-rated TV mounts are rigorously tested and designed for any weather using corrosion-resistant coating and stainless steel hardware. […]

Helping professional AV integrators learn skills necessary to sell and install the latest products, LG Business Solutions USA has launched LG | U, a new training academy that will offer comprehensive product and installation classes for integration partners, starting with in-person accredited courses on direct-view LED (DVLED) technologies, in Lincolnshire, Ill., the U.S. headquarters for […]

Edge, formerly USAV Group and a division of the PSA Network, the world’s largest systems integrator consortium, today announced the addition of three new integrators to the Edge network — AV-Tech Media Solutions, RoomReady and Verta Technologies and welcomed back IVCi. “These four distinguished integrators will bring immense value to Edge’s network,” said Mike Boettcher, […]

LAVNCH Week 7 is in full swing, and today we dove into all things emerging technology. The day was packed with interesting panels and discussions about trends in the AV industry including experience design, esports and virtual production. If you weren’t there, emerging tech day of LAVNCH Week 7 is available on demand, so there […]

Inspired by stories in the “Chu Ci” poetry anthology by renowned ancient poet Qu Yuan, “Jiuge-Shangui” integrates the legends of Xiangxi with the cultural heritage of the indigenous Tujia and Miao ethnic groups, as well as the breathtaking natural beauty of Zhangjiajie to deliver a spellbinding large-scale extravaganza. Live performances staged across the scenic area […]

Jetbuilt announced Project Registration as part of its “Bridging the Silos” efforts within our industry. Project Registration provides designers and dealers with access to the timeliest product advice, pricing and incentives based on manufacturer product expertise and programs while sharing relevant project information with manufacturers. Project Registration claims to eliminate redundancies in workflow by allowing […]

Women in AV/IT (WAVIT) has officially launched its speakers bureau to help give women a greater share of voice in the ProAV and IT industries. “A core part of our mission is empowering women through representation,” said Althea Ricketts, WAVIT vice president and vice president of corporate initiatives at Shure. “Creating the WAVIT Speakers Bureau […]

In honor of International Women’s Day, CEDIA has partnered with Women in Consumer Technology (WiCT) to provide leading education opportunities to women throughout the smart home industry. “We hope to inspire everyone in the industry to level up their careers through CEDIA education and certification. We also recognize our responsibility as an association to make […]

By Victoria Losa, Sales and Marketing Coordinator, Control Concepts I have a theory… As a woman, there is an unspoken role to follow where other women flock, it guarantees the space is safe and accepting. So, when I first met the team at Control Concepts and interviewed with three other women, I knew that I […]

In January I wrote about the emergence of ChatGPT and how it is causing waves across the country. I wrote about my belief that ChatGPT, in particular, was going to have a major effect on how we teach students. ChatGPT has allowed people to expand their thinking of what computing can actually do. Previously, we […]

Another LAVNCH WEEK, another recap by yours truly. Today we kicked off LAVNCH WEEK 7 with UCC Day, and I may be biased, but it was fantastic. Our speakers gave incredible insights, the attendees asked thought-provoking questions and the content was informative and relevant. Now, I’m going to give you a recap of the day […]

Red Dot Digital Media, a leading specialty integrator in the digital signage space, is collaborating LightWerks to deliver interactive content on a network of outdoor kiosks at Halo DTLA, a unique dining destination located atop Bunker Hill in Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA). The center offers a curated collection of dining experiences, intermixed with art exhibits […]