The Collaboration Cafe with Craig Durr

On this episode of Collaboration Cafe, the Collab Collective’s Craig Durr sits down with Henry Levak, Vice President of Product at Logitech for Business. Recorded at Logitech’s San Jose headquarters, the conversation explores how Logitech takes the long view in product development, balancing today’s customer needs with technology investments designed to deliver value years into the future.

Over iced lattes and a tour of Logitech’s workplace innovation spaces, Henry shares insights into product strategy, AI, workplace technology, and the importance of building flexible solutions that can evolve over time.

On this episode of Collaboration Cafe, The Collab Collective’s Craig Durr catches up with Tim Albright, President at AVNation TV, Chris Neto, Head of Emerging Markets at Midwich US, and Nathan Coutinho, Global Head of Strategic Partner Relations and Market Insights at Logitech, during South by Southwest in Austin, Texas.

Recorded away from the traditional trade show environment, the conversation explores the value of stepping outside familiar industry spaces to gain fresh perspectives on creativity, technology, community, and authentic engagement. The group also reflects on how relationships, content creation, and shared experiences continue to shape the AV and collaboration industry.

Join me in this episode of The Collaboration Cafe as I sit down with Chris Netto, a key figure in the pro AV and IT community, during the bustling ISE show in beautiful Barcelona. We delve into the essence of community within the tech landscape, exploring Chris's extensive experience of over 30 years in the industry. From his candid insights on personal branding to the evolving role of IT skills in AV, Chris shares valuable lessons that resonate with both newcomers and seasoned professionals. We'll also touch on his engaging social media presence and how authenticity plays a crucial role in building connections. Grab your coffee and tune in for an enlightening conversation that celebrates collaboration and innovation in our field.

On this episode of Collaboration Cafe, the Collab Collective’s Craig Durr visits South Florida to sit down with Danny Hayasaka, Managing Director Americas and SVP Global Marketing at Mago. Known across the industry for his hands-on product demos and end-user-focused technology reviews, Danny shares the story behind his journey—from building independent YouTube content during his Call One days to stepping into a global leadership role at Mago.

Filmed across the Call One experience rooms, this conversation highlights Danny’s philosophy on accessibility in collaboration technology, the evolution of hybrid workspaces, and how Mago is helping organizations meet, present, and collaborate more intuitively.

In this episode of The Collaboration Cafe, I sit down with Dan Root, the Head of Global Strategic Alliances at Barco. Join us as we explore Dan's journey from the vendor side to his current role, where he connects various stakeholders within the collaboration technology ecosystem. We dive into Barco's innovative ClickShare solutions and their partnership with Microsoft, discussing how these integrations are shaping the future of workplace collaboration. From insights about remote work to the importance of seamless technology adoption, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the evolving landscape of meeting room technology. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with valuable insights and a touch of humor as we navigate the complexities of modern communication.

On this episode of the Collaboration Café, Craig Durr talks with Tom Arbuthnot, Co-founder of Empowering.Cloud, from a cozy, rainy corner of London. They explore Tom’s path from a Cisco voice specialist to becoming a top Microsoft Teams thought leader, and how he’s scaled his knowledge into a platform that empowers community-first content and education in the enterprise collaboration space.

On this episode of Collaboration Cafe, The Collab Collective's Craig Durr catches up with Helen Hawthorn, Head of Solution Engineers at Zoom for the EMEA region, at ISE 2025 in Barcelona. They explore how AI is breaking down language barriers, the unique challenges of collaboration across Europe’s diverse cultures, and the role of strategic partnerships in the evolution of Unified Communications.

On this episode of Collaboration Cafe, The Collab Collective's Craig Durr sits down in Oslo, Norway, with Norma Løvhaugen, Head of Product Marketing, Strategy, and Design at Neat. This conversation takes a deep dive into human-centric design, tackling challenges in large meeting spaces, and exploring the ethos behind Neat's innovative product development.

On this episode of Collaboration Cafe, The Collab Collective's Craig Durr meets with Espen Loberg, VP of Product Management at Cisco, in Oslo, Norway. Their conversation explores the synergy between artificial intelligence, sustainable design, and user-centric product development at Cisco’s Innovation Center.

In this conversation, Craig Durr interviews Brad Hensley, the Executive Vice President of Marketing at Crestron, about sustainability and remote work.

They discuss the challenges of keeping remote teams connected and engaged, the importance of authenticity in sustainability efforts, the need for attracting young talent to the industry, and the future of collaboration and AI. The conversation provides insights into the current state and future direction of remote work and sustainability in the industry.