One Equity Partners (OEP) has entered into an agreement to acquire Nexora, the parent company of Almo Pro AV, with the transaction expected to close by March 2027. The proposed acquisition is expected to support investments in technology, digital services and distribution operations across North America and Europe. For Almo Pro AV’s integrator customers and […]

The relationship between AV and IT teams hasn’t always been a smooth one. This month’s temperature check survey focused on this evolving relationship — some of the remaining challenges, and overlapping expectations in today’s technology workflows. The responses from you, the readers, provided perspective on this relationship. In this piece, we examine those findings and […]

E4 Boston is coming up Oct. 15, and I’m not the only one taking the stage. In this Rants & rAVes episode, I’m joined by AVNation’s Tim Albright and Almo Pro AV’s Patrick Booth and Eric Jameson for a preview of the education we’re bringing to the next E4 Experience. Tim dives into AV network […]

Golf simulation has evolved far beyond the luxury residential market. Today, it’s finding its way into corporate offices, hospitality venues, higher education, multifamily developments and entertainment spaces, creating an entirely new opportunity for AV integrators. In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I sat down with Danny Kogan, national sales manager for the Sports Sim […]

Almo Pro AV announced that it is bringing the E4 Experience to Dallas on Sept. 15 and Boston on Oct. 15. E4 is the Pro AV industry’s original traveling regional event for integrators, consultants, IT Managers and end users. The company said the E4 Experience is a customizable day-long format designed to give local attendees […]

E4 Dallas returns Sept. 15 with a new venue, more than 50 exhibiting manufacturers, CTS-certified education sessions and networking opportunities designed to help integrators move projects forward. In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I sat down with Greg O’Rourke and Beth Dudley of Almo Pro AV to preview what attendees can expect, from the […]

Almo Pro AV is now accepting orders for Audio-Technica’s D50 Digital UHF Wireless System, with shipping models expected at the end of September. Audio-Technica introduced the D50 at InfoComm 2026. The system is designed for high-density RF environments and applications including corporate AV, education, government, houses of worship, theaters and other live sound environments. The […]

Almo Pro AV announced the expansion of its leadership team with two internal promotions and one executive appointment. The company said the promotions support its goal of helping both manufacturers and integrators navigate an increasingly complex technology landscape while creating new opportunities for business growth. The leadership advancements include:  Jane Tran, promoted to vice president […]

In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I sit down with Greg Oden of Sennheiser to discuss the company’s latest enterprise audio innovations. From the TeamConnect Ceiling Medium Plus and Device Hub to SpeechLine, EW-DX and Spectera, we explore how Sennheiser is simplifying deployment, remote device management and wireless audio for integrators, IT managers and […]

Women in AV/IT announced that it has appointed five new members to its Board of Directors alongside the nomination of a new Vice President. Joining the board are Vanessa Tolisano, Gisela Ramirez, Kristy Demsay, Kim Lonas and Susan Milwit, and Cheryl Walton has been nominated to serve as Vice President. Vanessa Tolisano is a program […]

Almo Pro AV will present at InfoComm 2026, introducing new executive leadership, hosting networking events, delivering technical educational sessions and highlighting its support for industry-focused philanthropic initiatives. The company introduced James Salter as the new Vice President of Vendor Marketing, bringing over two decades of experience across the Pro AV and technology industries, including leadership […]

Almo Pro AV and Hall Research announced an expanded distribution partnership that brings Hall Research’s full portfolio of AV-focused brands to Almo Pro AV customers across North America. Under the agreement, Almo Pro AV customers now have access to Hall Technologies, Atlona, Captivate, Javelin and Gain Audio products through a single distribution channel. The companies […]

Almo Pro AV announced that its 2026 spring E4 Experience will stop in the Washington, D.C., metro area March 17, highlighting public sector applications and emerging technologies such as drones and extended reality. The one-day event will take place at the Hyatt Regency Reston and will bring together integrators, end users and technology partners for […]

I sat down with Almo Pro AV’s Greg O’Rourke and Beth Dudley to preview the March 17 E4 Experience DC Metro stop in Washington, D.C., and the conversation quickly zeroed in on command-and-control. We discussed why these mission-critical environments are such a major focus in the region, what attendees can expect from the show floor […]

I sat down with Greg O’Rourke, director of trade shows and events for Almo Pro AV, to preview the upcoming E4 Experience stop in Anaheim on Feb. 10. We talked about what makes E4 different from traditional trade shows, what integrators actually get out of attending — from hands-on demos to CTS-certified education to real […]

INOGENI has entered into a distribution agreement with Almo Pro AV to expand the availability of its video conferencing and AV integration products across North America, the companies announced. Under the agreement, Almo Pro AV will distribute INOGENI’s full product portfolio, including the TOGGLE Series for bring-your-own-device and bring-your-own-meeting environments and the company’s multi-camera switching […]

DCC Technology has rebranded as Nexora, a move that brings its 27 specialist businesses and 2,500 employees under a single group identity spanning Europe and North America. The change reflects the company’s shift toward higher-margin specialist markets, including ProAV, home technology and business infrastructure, and away from commodity IT distribution. For Almo and Almo Pro […]

In this episode, I’m joined by Panasonic’s Petro Shimonishi and Almo Pro AV’s Angie Greene for a girls’ chat about AV in Motion and why flexible spaces are driving so many projects right now. We talk through Panasonic’s PT-VMZ-AVCART, how the Artome cart works in real-world rooms, and why this kind of setup actually makes […]

Almo Pro AV has introduced its newly revitalized Hospitality Leadership Team, a move designed to accelerate growth and enhance customer partnerships across the North American hospitality market. The announcement underscores the company’s commitment to delivering comprehensive technology, furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E), and service solutions to hotels and resorts amid a surge in demand for […]

The JBL Installed Audio Roadshow + Barco Alliance Partner Demo is making a stop in Charlotte, North Carolina, Oct. 27, bringing hands-on demos, live system design discussions and direct access to manufacturer experts. I spoke with Pat Booth, CTS, DSCE, and John Rossman, CTS, both BDM II Technical Specialists at Almo Pro AV, about what […]

I sat down with Louis Hoxter (director of technical operations, Almo Pro AV) to dig into LinkLab — Almo’s newly rebranded services arm — and why distribution alone isn’t enough anymore. We covered what LinkLab is, why distributors like Almo need a services arm in 2025, and how integrators can benefit when distribution moves beyond […]

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 […]

In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I chat with Greg O’Rourke from Almo Pro AV about the upcoming E4 Experience in Chicago on Oct. 7 at the Drury Lane Conference Center. We cover what’s in store for attendees — from CTS-certified training and new product demos to networking opportunities. Greg also shares details on […]

In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I sat down with Beth Dudley, director of public sector sales for Almo Pro AV, and Vicky Sanville, director of corporate and public sector sales for LG. We talked about how Almo and LG are making it easier to sell AV into the government and public sector — […]

Almo Pro AV announced the fall 2025 dates for its E4 Experience tour, with stops scheduled for Sept. 10 in Santa Clara, California, and Oct. 7 in Chicago. The E4 Experience is a one-day program built around four pillars: Educate, Exchange, Explore and Expo. The Santa Clara event will mark the first E4 since the […]

In this episode of Rants & rAVes, Steph Beckett sits down with Greg O’Rourke to preview the upcoming E4 Experience in Santa Clara on Sept. 10 — the first E4 to debut under the newly rebranded Almo Pro AV name. Greg shares what this change means for the company and for attendees, while also highlighting […]

26North Partners LP, the platform founded by Josh Harris, has officially completed its acquisition of AVI-SPL — the world’s largest AV and UCC integrator, serving more than 86% of Fortune 100 companies. This was big news when it broke a month or so ago. In fact, the day it was announced, I sat down for […]