CTS Goes Global: Bringing Certification Testing to Mumbai | Backstage Pass: InfoComm India 2026
In this episode of Backstage Pass: InfoComm India 2026, host Narin Nara sits down with Steve Trapani, Manager of Certification at AVIXA, to discuss the growing impact of the Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) program around the world.
Smarter Meeting Spaces and Connected AV | Backstage Pass: IC India 2026
How are workplace collaboration technologies evolving, and what's next for the AV industry? In this episode, hosts Sowmya and Manoj sit down with two industry leaders, Jabra's Ken and Audinate's Vince to explore the technologies shaping modern meeting spaces and connected AV ecosystems.
India's AV Momentum: Innovation, Infrastructure, and More | Backstage Pass: InfoComm India 2026
Join Sowmya and Manoj and explore India's booming Pro AV industry with insights from AVIXA's Yee Loy Pang and Narin Nara on APAC trends, AI, infrastructure growth, and what attendees can expect at InfoComm India 2026.
Inside the Tech That Powers Michael Jackson ONE in Las Vegas
Go behind the scenes of Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil for an exclusive look at the AV technology powering this thrilling production. Explore the playback room, get a closer look at the show's lighting systems, and hear from the experts who help deliver a seamless live experience. See how hardware, automation, and an exceptional crew work together to create a high-energy show that captivates audiences night after night.
How to Build a Career with AI featuring "CAIO" Blaine Brown of CTI | Practically AI, Ep. 3
How do you build a career in AI when the technology is evolving faster than most training programs can keep up? On this episode of Practically AI, host Mark Metzger sits down with Blaine Brown, Chief AI Officer at CTI, to explore his path from AI hobbyist to executive leader.
Agentic AI is Here – Are Your Meeting Spaces Ready?
Espen Løberg of Cisco spoke at InfoComm 2026 and described how agentic AI is reshaping meeting spaces through intelligent automation, smarter workflows, and more effective collaboration.
The Smart Workplace Powered by FORTÉ
Discover how Forté brought the Smart Workplace to life at InfoComm through AI, intelligent automation, and enterprise AV technology. In this behind-the-scenes technical walkthrough, Eric Jingst, Director of AI Strategy & Enablement at Forté, explains how the Smart Workplace experience was designed to demonstrate real business outcomes—not just technology. From AI-powered workplace workflows to intelligent meeting spaces, this experience showcases how connected systems can improve collaboration, simplify workplace management, and create more personalized employee experiences. See how Forté integrated technologies from Microsoft Teams, Crestron, Q-SYS, Sony, Logitech, Legrand, BrightSign, Zoom, and Cisco into a scalable platform that demonstrates the future of modern work. What You'll Learn ✔ Designing an AI-enabled Smart Workplace experience ✔ Intelligent workspace booking and employee personalization ✔ HTML5 applications and scalable AV integration ✔ Smart conference rooms with automated lighting, signage, and room controls ✔ Microsoft Teams Rooms and hybrid collaboration technology ✔ AI-driven workplace automation and workflows ✔ How enterprise AV technology creates measurable business outcomes At Forté, we help organizations design, integrate, and support intelligent workplaces that connect people, technology, and spaces to improve productivity and collaboration. Learn more about Forté and our Smart Workplace solutions: https://ourforte.com Website: https://ourforte.com
Bangkok Bound with Pang Yee Loy & Audinate’s Vince Lepore | Backstage Pass: InfoComm Asia
Join us for a special InfoComm Asia edition of Backstage Pass as we preview one of the AV industry's premier events in Bangkok, Thailand. Host Narin Nara sits down with Pang Yee Loy, Senior Director, APAC at AVIXA, to discuss what attendees can expect at InfoComm Asia, including emerging AV trends, AI-driven innovation, education sessions, tech tours, and the rapid growth of the Pro AV market across the Asia-Pacific region. They also share insider tips on experiencing Bangkok’s culture, food, and vibrant technology scene. In the second segment, Samantha Powell talks with Vince Lepore, Director of Training at Audinate, about the latest Dante innovations unveiled at InfoComm, including new AVIO Install Adapters, Dante Preset Creator, Iris PTZ Camera Management, and Dante Director Professional. Vince also explains why interoperability, education, and training remain at the heart of Audinate’s mission and what attendees can look forward to at InfoComm Asia.
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Digital Signage Trends to Watch: Live from XUSC's Checkered Social | InfoComm 2026
What does the future hold for digital signage? Tim Baker of Navori Labs speaks with industry professionals at XUSC's Checkered Social during InfoComm 2026 to explore the technologies, ideas, and trends generating the most excitement—from immersive visual experiences and transparent displays to content strategy, ePaper, and next-generation digital signage platforms.
The AVIXA Eleven | AVIXA TV's Farewell to InfoComm 2026
The heist is over. After four days of live coverage, interviews, insights, and conversations from the show floor, it's time to say goodbye to the AVIXA TV Studio at InfoComm 2026. A special thank you to every one of our technology partners who made AVIXA TV's InfoComm 2026 livestream possible.
Inside the World's Largest Free-Roam VR Experience | Interstellar Arc Las Vegas
Step inside Interstellar Arc at AREA15 and discover how immersive technology, virtual reality, location tracking, storytelling, and experience design come together to create one of the world's largest free-roam VR experiences. In this AVIXA Tech Tour, we explore the technology powering a 60-minute journey through the future aboard the Interstellar Arc. Guests physically walk through a massive virtual world, interact with the environment, unlock achievements, and travel from the year 2406 to a distant exoplanet—all while experiencing the seamless integration of VR hardware, tracking systems, audio, and narrative design. Whether you're interested in ProAV careers, immersive entertainment, experiential design, or cutting-edge virtual reality technology, this tour showcases how audiovisual professionals create unforgettable experiences for audiences. Learn more about the technologies shaping the future of immersive experiences and discover the many career paths available in ProAV.
