Gary’s Rants & rAVes

I was joined by Craig Ishii, Logitech’s product marketing guru and a well-known voice in the collaboration space, for a real-time video tour of the all-new Rally Board 65 — a 65-inch collaboration board that’s ready to go with Microsoft Teams and Zoom right out of the box. This behind-the-scenes walkthrough covers the full solution […]

Sharp didn’t just show up to InfoComm 2025 — they brought a plan, and it paid off. Not only did Sharp win our Best Booth Award, but the company also rolled out an all-new dvLED lineup that turned heads. In this episode, Gary chats with Mark Miller, Sharp’s dvLED product manager, about the latest in […]

In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I spoke with Dan Smith, EVP of Almo Pro AV, following the news that DCC Technology has sold several of its IT-focused businesses in Europe. Dan clears up what this means for the ProAV side of the business — including the fact that Almo Pro AV is not […]

On today’s Rants & rAVes episode, I was joined by XTEN-AV founders Vibhav Singh and Sahil Dhingra to demo the latest AI-powered update to the XTEN-AV platform. It’s called XAVIA (pronounced ZAH-vee-uh), and it integrates OpenAI to guide users through AV system design — making it so intuitive, even someone brand new to AV can […]

At InfoComm 2025, Panasonic introduced a brand-new initiative called MEVIX — short for Media, Entertainment & Visual Transformation. I sat down with Panasonic Projector & Display Americas CEO Taka Uchida to talk about what MEVIX really means. It’s a shift toward human-centric experiences, powered by software, services and strong tech partnerships. Panasonic also made headlines […]

On today’s episode, I sat down with BrightSign CEO Steve Durkee to talk about where digital signage is headed. At InfoComm 2025, BrightSign introduced its Series 6 lineup — HD6, XD6, and XS6 players — all with built-in NPUs for running AI at the edge. Bottom line: BrightSign sees edge-based AI as a core part […]

On my latest episode of Rants & rAVes, AVI-SPL CEO John Zettel joined to discuss the company’s acquisition by 26North, announced Wednesday. 26North isn’t your average investment firm — watch this videocast to understand the philosophy behind the purchase and what you can expect going forward from AVI-SPL! 

I caught up with Dean Heckler, founder of Heckler, to talk about the brand-new products making their worldwide debut at InfoComm 2025. We also dug into a bigger question: What can we do to bring energy and excitement back to the AV industry? Dean shared his thoughts on innovation, design and what’s next for the […]

I was joined by Sudeep Trivedi, Logitech’s head of video collaboration alliances and go-to-market, to talk all about the company’s plans for InfoComm 2025. Logitech will showcase its latest innovations — including the Rally Board, Logitech Spot, and new daisy-chaining capabilities for Logitech Sight cameras. But that’s just the start. The company is also emphasizing […]

ViewSonic Business Line Director Jeff Muto joined me on this episode to explain exactly why integrators need to stop by booth 3127 at InfoComm 2025. From a new 138-inch foldable all-in-one LED to updated LCDs, collaboration displays up to 98 inches, and software tools designed for seamless integration, ViewSonic is bringing something new to every […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

I sit down with Laila Hede Jensen, CEO of Zenova and digital signage powerhouse, to talk about the three sessions she’s leading at InfoComm 2025. From the influence of Gen Z and AI on engagement strategies to creating sustainable signage systems that actually reduce carbon footprints, Laila brings her global experience and big-picture thinking to […]

I sat down with Gavin Downey, Epson’s group product manager for high brightness projectors, to get a sneak peek at what the company is bringing to InfoComm 2025 — and it’s a lot. Epson will showcase over 10 versions of its new PowerLite L Series, ranging from 4000 to 8000 lumens, all 4K, all under […]

James Keen, EVP of marketing at Uniguest, joins me to preview what’s in store for InfoComm 2025 — and it’s more than just a booth (though yes, you should definitely stop by Booth 5186). From Campus Hub to Sports Hub to Enterprise Hub, Uniguest is building out a bold ecosystem of connected experiences across verticals. […]

Adriana Rojas, director of interiors at HOK, joins me to talk about designing for people first — whether it’s in wide-open collaboration zones, tech-rich workplace environments, or cross-cultural conversations about AV. At InfoComm 2025, Adriana is leading the charge with three standout sessions: Engaging User Experiences in Open Meeting Spaces Workplace IoT, Data Collection, and […]

Everyone knows Humly for its sleek design — but there’s a lot more going on under the surface this year. I talked with Humly CEO Anders Karlsson ahead of InfoComm about Humly Sense, its new virtual data gateway that turns your existing tech (yep, even your video bars and control panels) into insight-rich workplace intelligence. […]

Datavideo isn’t just talking automation — they’re demoing it in real time. I sat down with Craig and Miguel ahead of InfoComm 2025 to get the scoop on what’s new with the VoiceTRX100, why they ditched the ceiling mic (in this particular setup), and how pressure mats now factor into automated camera moves. It’s flexible, […]

I interviewed Nate Hall — broadcast veteran, CEO of Stream Virtual, and producer of some seriously big-name content — about his upcoming InfoComm session. He’s walking attendees through how streaming has evolved and what you actually need to create something good. We got into emotional connection, low-lift setups that still look polished, and why the […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]