In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I caught up with Karen Castaño (Director of Sales, National Business Team) and Gisela Ramirez (Director of Sales, LATAM) from Almo Pro AV ahead of InfoComm 2025. They’re not only unveiling fresh branding but also bringing a stacked booth experience to the show floor (Booth #1615), complete with 20 manufacturers, private meeting spaces and chances to connect face to face with their team.

Whether you’re a longtime partner or just getting to know Almo Pro AV, this is a great year to stop by. We talk about how they’re welcoming new accounts, what to expect at their Samsung-sponsored Wednesday happy hour, and the Thursday panel Karen will be speaking on. Plus, a little tease of what they’re doing with LinkLab.

Learn more about their InfoComm presence here: https://www.exertisalmo.com/infocomm

Most people know Daktronics for its dominance in sports venues — but the company is setting its sights on the ProAV channel, too. I sat down with Jim Vasgaard, Daktronics’ sales manager for AV partner development, to talk about how the company plans to engage integrators at InfoComm 2025.

In booth 4233, Daktronics will showcase a preview of its upcoming MicroLED technology — with pixel pitches as small as 0.3mm — alongside a new 2.5mm Chip-on-Board (CoB) LED display designed to hit a performance sweet spot for indoor applications.

Watch the full interview, and make sure to check out Daktronics on the show floor.

If you’ve worked with USB extension in ProAV, you’ve probably heard of Icron, aka ADI Icron. I sat down with Thomas Schultz, senior business manager, to talk about the company’s direction — and its latest launches headed to InfoComm 2025.

We covered a lot: the new Raven 3301-ECO (a third-generation USB 3.2 extender), a powerful new USB-C extension solution that handles both USB 3 and 4K video over a single cable, and the ITC3300B “Blackbird” SoC that powers both. Thomas broke down who these are for, why the demand for USB-C is climbing fast, and how Icron plans to lead in this space.

Catch the full interview, and don’t miss ADI Icron on the InfoComm show floor (booth 4275).

WyreStorm is going all-in on workplace AV at InfoComm 2025. I sat down with Zec Voislav, WyreStorm’s director of product development, to talk through the company’s latest lineup — including a brand-new USB bridge, an HDI bridge and a new series of 4K PTZ cameras.

But these aren’t standalone products. WyreStorm has built out a complete ecosystem that integrates with its existing AV-over-IP solutions, multiviewer and presentation switchers. If you’re designing systems for modern meeting spaces, you’ll want to see how these pieces work together.

Watch the full interview — and be sure to stop by WyreStorm’s booth (3411) at InfoComm 2025.

I sat down with Jennifer Cheh, vice president of marketing and product management at Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, to get a preview of what the company has planned for InfoComm 2025. We talked through the “New Is Now” theme — a continuation from ISE — and why it matters. Jennifer also shared insight into Sharp’s 2025 strategy, including what the brand’s full migration means for customers and how they’re doubling down on their strengths. From product previews to practical solutions, you’ll get all the reasons why Booth 1601 should be on your must-visit list.

I sat down with Catherine Koutsaris, product marketing manager at Matrox Video, for a sneak peek at what the company is bringing to InfoComm 2025. The big story? Matrox is highlighting how its full portfolio — including ConvertIP, SVM, IP KVM and the updated Mura DVW video wall appliance — works together as a seamless, IP-based ecosystem. Catherine walks me through the integrated workflow they’ll be demoing live in Booth 2821, and also shares some key upgrades in Mura DVW 1.1, like the new browser-based MuraControl Web tool. If you’re headed to InfoComm, this is one booth you’ll want to put on your list.

I was joined on this pre-InfoComm-2025 episode by Robert Detwiler, senior director of product management and training at Planar, to talk about everything the company has planned for the show. Robert shared a sneak peek at some of the new products launching next month, including the DirectLight Slim Series and a standout addition to the Essential Series. He even teased an entirely new product category that Planar will debut in Booth 1926. Watch this episode — and make sure to add Planar to your InfoComm agenda.

I caught up with Tylor Chen, director of channel sales at Yealink, to talk about what the company’s bringing to InfoComm 2025 — and it’s a lot more than just sleek hardware. From the debut of the MeetingBoard Pro to the U.S. launch of AVOne, Yealink is doubling down on AI-powered collaboration and secure Android-based MTR systems. Tylor also gave us the scoop on their immersive demo rooms, a can’t-miss product launch event with guests from Microsoft and Intel, and yes — daily Happy Hour at booth #3861. Trust me, it’s worth the stop.

Gary and I sat down with Peter Herr from Shure to talk about the company’s big InfoComm 2025 reveal — the IntelliMix Foundation system. We asked him what it is, who it’s for and why it matters. With built-in Windows compute and a focus on streamlining system design without giving up flexibility, this new solution could be a major win for IT teams and integrators alike. Peter also gave us a quick preview of what else to expect from Shure at the show — trust us, you’ll want to stop by their booth.

I caught up with Mike Bernhardt and Joel St-Denis, directors of product management at Christie, to get a preview of what the company is rolling out at InfoComm 2025. From the North American debut of the Jazz and Sapphire Series projectors to the latest on the MicroTiles and Core Series, Christie’s got a full slate of visual tech to check out. Plus, they’re creating a true booth experience this year — with wood art sculptures and immersive setups that go way beyond standard product demos. Booth 2542 is definitely on my list and should be on yours too!