In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I talk with Mark Donovan, director of commercial applications at Audio-Technica, about what the company is bringing to InfoComm. From upgrades to its ceiling array microphone to its the Engineer Sound Wireless system — the big sibling to System 20 Pro — Mark shares what attendees can expect at booth 3716. We also dig into the latest developments with System 20 PRO and talk about how listening to customers continues to guide Audio-Technica’s innovations.

I caught up with Troy Peters, chief experience officer at SEAS Productions, who’s not just attending InfoComm 2025 — he’s running it. OK, not literally. But between leading sessions on show calling, stage management, million-dollar event production and more, he’s making a serious impact. We talk about why producers need to understand the tech, how storytelling drives experience, and what not to do when your event starts to unravel. Whether you’re in AV, event planning or just love a good live-show horror story, you’ll want to watch this one.

In this pre-InfoComm episode, I chat with Televic’s Wesley Sutliff about what’s new at the company — from DSP mode for the Unite line to a scalable D-Cerno setup that keeps things fresh. We talk about making meeting tech more accessible, fun and, most importantly, equitable. Because everyone deserves to be heard (and seen). If you’re headed to InfoComm, make sure to stop by the Televic booth — they’re showing off all of it on the show floor.

In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I sit down with Kameesha Jones, AV project manager at Florida International University and DEI Committee Chair for HETMA. We delve into the sessions Kameesha is contributing to at InfoComm 2025, including the HETMA Higher Education Summit and AV/IT Beyond the Equipment (PWI vs. HBCU Edition).

Kameesha shares her insights on the importance of equitable resource distribution in higher education AV, the unique challenges faced by HBCUs, and the power of collaboration between institutions. Drawing from her experience — from managing AV operations at FIU to her work with the Miami Heat and the Metropolitan Museum of Art — Kameesha offers a compelling perspective on how AV professionals can drive meaningful change in the industry.

Tune in for a conversation that’s as enlightening as it is inspiring, and discover how you can be part of the movement towards a more inclusive and innovative AV landscape.

Twitch workflows, virtual sets and a full-on broadcast AV takeover — Philip Nelson is bringing it all to InfoComm 2025. I sat down with the Nelco Media founder to hear how his career in broadcast shaped the sessions he’s hosting at the show this year (and trust me, he’s hosting a lot). From an inside look at streaming tech to a guided tour of the show floor, Philip is building out some of the most dynamic content of the week. Want to know what’s in store — and why you should absolutely show up? Hit play. Then check out how to join any and all of Philip’s sessions here: https://www.infocommshow.org/speakers/philip-nelson

At InfoComm this year, Navori Labs is showing up with more than just a booth — they’re showing a whole new direction. I caught up with Managing Director Jeffrey Weitzman to talk about the company’s recent private equity acquisition, how that’s shaping the future, and what’s new on the product side. We touched on everything from MS Teams Room integration to room booking to the belief in digital signage for every meeting room. If you’re heading to the show and want a preview of what Navori’s bringing to the floor (and the future), this is the episode for you.

You probably know JOAN for its room scheduling, but at InfoComm 2025, the company is showing off so much more — and I got the full download from Monte McGuire, JOAN’s senior VP of sales, the Americas. We talked about the brand’s expanded workplace management tools, its approach to flexibility (both in hardware and software) and why sustainability is more than just a buzzword in their product line. Want to see for yourself? Head to Exertis Almo’s booth 1615 at the show.

​​Digital signage used to mean just streaming content to a screen to share a message. But now? You can send content to displays around the world — in real time — and manage it all from a single desktop. SpinetiX has been ahead of the curve with its ARYA cloud-based platform, and now it’s evolving into something bigger: a full DSaaS (Digital Signage as a Service) ecosystem.

At InfoComm 2025, SpinetiX will be in booth 2015 showcasing this DSaaS approach, which covers everything from basic messaging in one building to managing expansive, global digital signage networks. I spoke with SpinetiX CEO Francesco Ziliani to get the full download on where the company is headed — and why you should make time to stop by their booth.

Plus, if you want a deeper dive, don’t miss SpinetiX’s hands-on training session, “Experience AI and Data-Driven Digital Signage Powered by SpinetiX,” on Thursday, June 12, from 8 to 10 a.m. in room W306AB.

I sat down with Tom LeBlanc from NSCA to talk about what they’ve got planned for InfoComm 2025. We talked about the BizSkills Workshop happening Tuesday, June 10 (the day before the show opens), and the NSCA Education Foundation’s big 25th anniversary celebration. The party’s set for Wednesday night at Tin Roof in Orlando, complete with live music, 2000s throwback vibes and a mission to keep supporting the next generation of commercial integration pros. If you care about growing this industry (and like a good themed party), this is one episode you won’t want to miss.

Crimson AV has always been a dealer-focused brand in the ProAV space — they don’t sell direct, and that’s by design. I caught up with Will Bear, Crimson AV’s VP of sales and marketing, to talk about what they’re bringing to InfoComm 2025 (booth 2171), including new indoor and outdoor digital signage solutions, drive-thru mounts, back-to-back 55” interactive display systems, and LED systems built for transit and pedestrian applications. Watch our conversation, then make sure to add Crimson AV to your InfoComm agenda!