Snap One isn’t new to the ProAV market; in fact, they’ve had commercial AV technology for nearly a decade now. And, now part of ADI Global, Snap One has amped up its plans for the rest of 2024 and 2025 as it has nearly twice as many product lines as it did pre-acquisition. I was joined by Snap One’s Scott Normand to cover the new initiatives and to…

In addition to the ability to go behind the scenes and learn how The Sphere, Cirque du Soleil, the ARTE Museum and Atomic Golf use AV and digital/experiential signage technology to run their experiences, this year’s Digital Signage Experience (DSE) show includes three keynotes and access to two different show floors — all using code RAVEPOD when yo…

In addition to the ability to go behind the scenes and learn how The Sphere, Cirque du Soleil, the ARTE Museum and Atomic Golf use AV and digital/experiential signage technology to run their experiences, this year’s Digital Signage Experience (DSE) show includes three keynotes and access to two different show floors — all using code RAVEPOD when yo…

Snap One isn’t new to the ProAV market; in fact, they’ve had commercial AV technology for nearly a decade now. And, now part of ADI Global, Snap One has amped up its plans for the rest of 2024 and 2025 as it has nearly twice as many product lines as it did pre-acquisition. I was joined by Snap One’s Scott Normand to cover the new initiatives and to…

LG has simplified the management and design of dvLED systems into two categories: custom and all-in-one. My latest videocast features Eric Olson, senior business development manager at Exertis Almo, and Eric Sikora, senior solutions engineer at LG. On this episode of Rants & rAVes, they talk all about LEDs and how simple it is to design, spec, orde…

LG has simplified the management and design of dvLED systems into two categories: custom and all-in-one. My latest videocast features Eric Olson, senior business development manager at Exertis Almo, and Eric Sikora, senior solutions engineer at LG. On this episode of Rants & rAVes, they talk all about LEDs and how simple it is to design, spec, orde…

I caught up with Exertis Almo EVP Dan Smith and SVP Kevin Welling ahead of the Oct. 8 E4 Experience. A few highlights: A session all about how the intricacies of Autism Spectrum disorder intertwines with the evolution of ProAV A session Microsoft Teams Rooms and utilizing AI in collaboration spaces. An expo floor full of the latest and greatest tec…

I caught up with Exertis Almo EVP Dan Smith and SVP Kevin Welling ahead of the Oct. 8 E4 Experience. A few highlights: A session all about how the intricacies of Autism Spectrum disorder intertwines with the evolution of ProAV A session Microsoft Teams Rooms and utilizing AI in collaboration spaces. An expo floor full of the latest and greatest tec…

If you’ve wondered how LG Business Solutions is addressing the movement toward dvLED in everything from higher education to corporate spaces, this is the podcast for you! The company, famous for its OLED tech, is staking a leadership claim to the future of dvLED. In my latest Rants & rAVes videocast, LG’s senior director, Tom Bingham, joined me to …

If you’ve wondered how LG Business Solutions is addressing the movement toward dvLED in everything from higher education to corporate spaces, this is the podcast for you! The company, famous for its OLED tech, is staking a leadership claim to the future of dvLED. In my latest Rants & rAVes videocast, LG’s senior director, Tom Bingham, joined me to …

Charlie Porritt, CEO of Russound talks about their new controllers and more that they will have to showcase at booth 2524 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but the commercial sid…

Paul Hales, Owner of Pro Audio Technology talks about the new models and speaker solutions they will have at their demon room as well as booth 1943 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential sp…

Benjamin Yeh, Operations Director at Kordz talks about the impact of quality cables on AV projects and what they'll have at booth 3823 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but the c…

Galia Ben-Dor, Co-CEO & Founder of Wall-Smart talks about their flush mount solutions and what they will be showcasing at booth 4105 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but the com…

Victoria Garcia Massimo, Operations & Sales Manager for Airzone talks about providing a link between HVAC and AV control systems, and what they have in store for booth 1138 at CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations …

Dennis Holzer, Executive Director for the Powerhouse Alliance talks about what's new for alliance members and what to expect at booth 3228 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but t…

Michael Short, Senior Director of Residential for Crestron talks about the interesting ways they'll be showcasing their NAX audio distribution solution at booth 1901 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in …

Gordon Van Zuiden from Daisy talks about their first showing at CEDIA Expo 2024, and what attendees can expect to find at conference room 507 during the show. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but the c…

Jim Garrett, Harman's Senior Director of Product Strategy & Planning talks about their home cinema solutions and what they'll have in booth 2512 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space…

Eric Harper, SVP of Product Marketing for Snap One talks about what ADI's acquisition means for the company, and what they have in store for booth 1512 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residentia…

Shannon Humphrey, President of Soundtube talks about utilizing Dante for residential spaces and the speaker solutions they will be showing off at booth C701 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the resid…

Joe Lautner, EVP for Specifi talks to us about their award-winning equipment platform and what they have for CEDIA Expo 2024 at booth 2953. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but the commercial side as w…

Steve Greenblatt and Brittany DiCesare from Control Concepts joins us to talk about the role of a programmer in the residential space and what they have in store for CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the res…

Paul Dexter, Jetbuilt CEO talks about the innovations to their AV project & management software, and what we can expect to see at booth 1135 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but…

Eric Waters, Vice President of Sales for Level Home talks about their debut at CEDIA Expo 2024 and what we can expect to find at booth 3354 during the show. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but the com…

Scott Stephenson, Senior Director of Product for Hunter Douglas talks about the powered shade solutions they have in store at booth 3543 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but the…

Pearl Technology’s Jeremy Caldera joined me on my latest videocast to discuss how you can donate to the new Matt Sittloh Memorial Scholarship — or recommend a college-aged student to apply! Matt was a technician who worked in audiovisual engineering, sales and management for his entire career. Watch and consider donating!

Pearl Technology’s Jeremy Caldera joined me on my latest videocast to discuss how you can donate to the new Matt Sittloh Memorial Scholarship — or recommend a college-aged student to apply! Matt was a technician who worked in audiovisual engineering, sales and management for his entire career. Watch and consider donating!

Cody Crossland, Vice President of Sales for BlackWire Designs joins us to discuss Blacklight, training sessions and more at booth 3537 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but the c…

Tim Bigoness, Chief Marketing Officer for D-Tools joins us to talk about the latest innovations in their management software at booth 2724 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but t…

On Aug. 28 at 11 a.m. PDT (2 p.m. EDT) learn all about USB and how Extron is leveraging this connector for AV and UCC installs. This 90-minute session led by the company’s Training, Product Development and Marketing teams is AVIXA CTS RU and BICSI approved. Extron’s Andrew Evans joins me on today’s podcast to talk about the session and how you can …

On Aug. 28 at 11 a.m. PDT (2 p.m. EDT) learn all about USB and how Extron is leveraging this connector for AV and UCC installs. This 90-minute session led by the company’s Training, Product Development and Marketing teams is AVIXA CTS RU and BICSI approved. Extron’s Andrew Evans joins me on today’s podcast to talk about the session and how you can …

Jeff Day, EVP for Leon Speakers talks about the sound solutions they will have in store for their booth at 3916 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but the commercial side as well …

"The Dude" of Just Add Power, Taft Stricklin, joins us to talk about what they've got in store for their booth at 3333 during CEDIA Expo 2024. CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming to Denver September 5-7, coinciding with the second Commercial Integrator Expo. This presents not a look at the latest innovations in the residential space but the commercial side a…

The E4 Experience, Exertis Almo’s regional conference and trade show, kicks off its fall tour with a stop in Boston on Sept. 10, 2024. Attendees not only get to see firsthand all the new stuff that debuted at June’s InfoComm show, but they can also earn up to 10 AVIXA CTS RUs with a special Microsoft-led MTR class! Today’s guests on this episode of…

The E4 Experience, Exertis Almo’s regional conference and trade show, kicks off its fall tour with a stop in Boston on Sept. 10, 2024. Attendees not only get to see firsthand all the new stuff that debuted at June’s InfoComm show, but they can also earn up to 10 AVIXA CTS RUs with a special Microsoft-led MTR class! Today’s guests on this episode of…