Steph Beckett to lead rAVe [PUBS], advancing editorial strategy, multimedia coverage and trusted industry insights
rAVe [PUBS], the audiovisual industry’s premier digital media hub and trusted source for all things AV/IT, unified communications and digital signage, announces the promotion of Steph Beckett to Executive Editor of rAVe [PUBS]. Beckett, who previously served as Managing Editor, has been an integral part of rAVe [PUBS]’ growth over the past six years, including launching rAVe [TV] and brings a wealth of editorial experience, creative vision and deep knowledge of the audiovisual industry to her new role.
Beckett first joined rAVe [PUBS] in 2016 as an InfoComm intern before coming on full-time as Assistant Editor in 2019. As Managing Editor, she has helped transform the publication’s digital media presence, overseeing newsletters, blogs, podcasts, social content and comprehensive trade show coverage. Her approachable style and industry expertise have helped rAVe [PUBS] build meaningful relationships with readers and partners across the audiovisual industry.
In her new role as Executive Editor, Beckett will lead the editorial strategy for rAVe [PUBS], steering its content direction, expanding its multimedia coverage and continuing to serve as a trusted source for industry news, thought leadership and analysis. She will also play a key role in shaping how rAVe [PUBS] covers major AV trade shows and events around the world.
“Over the years, I have worked to build and strengthen the rAVe [PUBS] and [TV] brands, and I am thrilled to see Steph assume an expanded role within rAVe,” said Gary Kayye, co-founder of THE rAVe Agency. “Her editorial expertise, leadership and industry knowledge make her exceptionally well-suited to advance rAVe [PUBS] and [TV] while maintaining its trusted voice. I look forward to taking a supporting role in her leadership and continuing to be her co-host on rAVe [TV]!”
Beckett holds a Master of Science in Journalism from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In addition to her editorial work, she serves as a live event host for THE rAVe Agency’s LAVNCH platform and brings a diverse background in radio, reporting and multimedia production.