It’s the final day of the show! Emily Dean and I wrap up our live InfoComm 2025 coverage with highlights, laughs, and interviews with Brad Hintze from Crestron and Susy Liem from Shure. Thank you to our rAVe [TV] @ InfoComm 2025 sponsor, Shure! 

Day 2 and we’re back with more coverage straight from the floor at InfoComm 2025. Tim Albright and I talk trends, tech, and today’s biggest moments with industry leaders and rising voices. This episode’s guests are: Barco’s Yannic Laleeuwe FORTÉ’s Jeff Stoebner and Roger Patrick WAVIT’s Althea Ricketts Thank you to our rAVe [TV] @ […]

It’s Day 1 of InfoComm 2025, and we’re live from the show floor! Gary Kayye and I are kicking off the week with conversations about what’s new, what’s buzzy and what the industry’s talking about. This episode’s guests are Eric Hutto from Diversified and the first-ever recipient of the Mary Cook Empowerment Award, Alexandra Garip. […]

We’re live(ish) from Orlando getting everything set up before the InfoComm 2025 show officially kicks off. Join Emily Dean and me as we walk you through behind-the-scenes action, booth builds, and more. Thank you to our rAVe [TV] @ InfoComm 2025 sponsor, Shure! 

We’re just days away from InfoComm 2025! In this pre-show episode of rAVe [TV], we cover everything you need to know before the show kicks off, starting with a quick reminder to register with code “RAVE. ” This week’s guests bring serious insight: Melissa Andresko from Lutron joins us to talk about the company’s first […]

Everyone, welcome Gary back as my co-host! He’s still recovering from his recent surgery, but I’m so excited to have him back. We’ve got big news from Shure with guest Peter Herr. Plus: InfoComm registration reminders (use code “RAVE”), awards updates, and the latest updates from Jabra, Crestron, Google, AVer, and more. Catch it all […]

This week on rAVe [TV], Tim Albright and I are rolling out the red carpet for the real stars of the AV show — end users. From immersive experiences to industry-defining trends, we’re diving into everything you need to know before hitting the show floor at InfoComm 2025. Also in this episode, Jenn Heinold of […]

It’s a full Crestron takeover on this special May 14 edition of rAVe [TV]! We’re breaking down Crestron Masters 2025, why it matters, and what you can expect from the show’s keynote, certifications and new partnerships. Tune in for exclusive clips featuring Brad Hintze, Tim Albright and Bob Bavolacco. We’re also hitting some of the […]

We’re back with a packed episode of rAVe [TV], covering everything from touch screens that recognize physical objects (hello, eyefactive MARS) to TAA-compliant tech from Mimo. We’re reminding you that LAVNCH WEEK 11 is still available on demand, plus giving you the inside scoop on Zoom certifications for AVer’s gear and Shure’s Teams-certified IntelliMix Room […]

In this episode of rAVe [TV], we cover the biggest industry moves of the week — AVI Systems’ official rebrand as Forté, major global expansions and more. We remember PPDS’s Martijn van der Woude and welcome a new BlogSquad voice diving into esports. Plus, we break down news from LG, L-Acoustics, Korbyt, Extron and more. […]

I’m flying solo this week with a quick rAVe [TV] update before we kick off LAVNCH WEEK 11! I’ll give you a sneak peek at the sessions — including AV and IoT trends, a CTS crash course, the art and science behind big visuals and how to streamline AV design with ConnectCAD. Plus, nominations are […]

This week, I had a new co-host — Tim Albright joined me, and we had plenty to cover. I shared some other impressions from NAB Show 2025, and we talked through some of the biggest stories in AV. We were also joined by David Anderson from Mimo Monitors, who walked us through FlashCast — and […]

In this episode, I’m back from my very first NAB Show — and yes, my feet still hurt. In this episode, I share a few of my favorite product highlights from the show. Other updates include: • New Sony cameras + cloud production tools • Atlona holding pricing amid tariff chaos • Fresh gear from […]

In Episode 209 of rAVe [TV], Gary Kayye goes solo — but don’t worry, he brought backup in the form of news, product updates and guest appearances. Tune in for a clip from Gary’s exclusive interview with AVIXA CEO Dave Labuskes, then get the scoop on Exertis Almo’s new LinkLab brand and Extron’s MLC Plus […]

Gary and I are back for some chit-chat — possibly about movies, definitely about microphones. We’re joined live by Brad Hintze, EVP of global marketing at Crestron, to discuss what went down at Enterprise Connect and how AI is actually changing meetings (not just adding buzzwords to them). We’ll also cover a super interesting study […]

In today’s episode, Gary kicks things off solo, diving into some of the latest news before setting the stage for Enterprise Connect 2025. Then, Tim Albright and I join live, reporting live from the show floor, bringing firsthand insights into the biggest trends shaping enterprise AV. You then get to come along for a quick […]

This week’s episode is equal parts heartfelt and high-tech. We’re honoring the life and legacy of Scott Sharer, a true AV legend whose impact will be felt for generations. Then we’re joined by the always-wise David Danto to talk about the long-awaited love story between AV and Building Management Systems. Why now? Why “When Harry […]

This week on rAVe [TV], I’m back from Sennheiser’s Connect and Collaborate Roadshow with some juicy intel — like a 30-foot pickup range juicy. We’re breaking down the tech behind TCC 2 and TCC M and what it means for real-world installations. Then we’re welcoming Tara Kennedy from Window Modes to talk smart shades, Blindspace […]

In this episode of rAVe [TV], we’re bringing you the latest in AV and ProAV tech straight from ISE 2025! We’ll remind you about rePLAY ISE 2025 (Feb. 20) and dive into AV-over-IP advancements with Visionary Solutions’ Jordan Christoff. Plus, we’ll explore exciting product integrations from Sony’s Spatial Reality Displays with Autodesk VRED, LG’s Virtual […]

ISE 2025 is a wrap, but we’ve got all the highlights ready for you! In this episode, we’ll show you where to find our full coverage, revisit key moments from the show floor, and give you a sneak peek at rePLAY ISE 2025 — happening Feb. 20 at 2 p.m. CET / 2 p.m. EST. […]

In this special ISE 2025 edition of rAVe [TV], Emily Dean and I broadcasted live from Shure’s incredible Media Hub — an amazing space that set the perfect stage for our final recap of the show. We kicked things off by sharing our personal highlights from the show floor because, let’s be real, with an […]

Tim Albright and I are co-hosting this episode of rAVe [TV] live from ISE 2025, and we’ve got a lot to talk about! First off, a big thank you to Shure for sponsoring today’s episode. We’ll be diving into the biggest trends and standout products we’ve seen so far and breaking down what’s making waves […]

Join Gary Kayye and Steph Beckett for Day 2 of rAVe [TV] at ISE 2025, broadcasting from Hall 2 near the Microsoft booth! Today’s show features an exciting lineup of guests, including Mitja Prelovšek from LightAct discussing immersive visual experiences and Sam Kennedy from Netspeek sharing insights on AI-driven communication in AV. Steph also sits […]

That’s a wrap on another exciting episode of rAVe [TV] live from ISE 2025! Gary and I co-hosted this one straight from the show floor, and we had some fantastic conversations about the future of AV, systems integration, and digital signage. Jack Steinhauer (Solotech) shared how Solotech is transforming venues into immersive experiences, from arenas […]

Hey everyone! Today on rAVe [TV], Emily Dean and I took a walk through Hall 3 to give you a behind-the-scenes look at ISE 2025 setup. We talked about what we’re excited to see this week, the biggest trends worth watching and gave you an inside look at how the show floor is coming together […]

  ISE 2025 is just around the corner, and we’re diving into the latest industry news before the show. Steph shares an update on their 100 movies, 50 books challenge, plus a final reminder to use code “RAVEPUBS” for free ISE registration. We’re also joined by Peter Herr from Shure, who not only walks us […]

  Happy Wednesday! In this episode of rAVe [TV], we’re diving into the latest AV buzz. Catch my take on “The Wolf Man,” updates on Alamo Raleigh layoffs, and an ISE 2025 reminder (use code “RAVEPUBS” for free floor access!). We’ve got exclusive news with Logitech’s Rally Board 65 and Spot Sensor launches, plus a […]

  This week on rAVe [TV], we’re gearing up for ISE 2025! Catch up on the latest ProAV news and trends, and get a sneak peek at what to expect from this year’s show. Make sure to visit the rAVe [PUBS] ISE microsite — your go-to resource for everything happening at the event. Plus, use […]

  In this week’s episode of rAVe [TV], we’re kicking off 2025 with updates on the latest ProAV news and trends! Join us as we dive into ISE 2025 updates, discuss the newest tech innovations, and even chat about the movies we’re most excited for this year. Plus, we’re thrilled to welcome Brad Hintze, executive […]

In Episode 196 of rAVe [TV], we’re getting into the holiday spirit while diving into the latest AV updates! Don’t miss the announcement of the Best of DSE awards during rePLAY DSE 2024 at 1 p.m. EST on Dec. 18. Plus, check out Legrand AV’s new Solution Diagrams landing page, featuring over 70 downloadable diagrams […]

While Steph as in Las Vegas for the DSE (Digital Signage Experience) show, I was busy hosting two live guests on this week’s episode – including Legrand AV launching a totally new product line into the ProAV market. Legrand’s own Alyssa Adnan used rAVe TV to debut acoustic panels for commercial AV installs. In addition, […]

It is day two of DSE 2024, and today, I got to do a special episode of rAVe [TV] on the show floor in Las Vegas, including a walkthrough of the show floor. In addition to the tour, I congratulated Jonathan Brawn on his Dizzie Award win for Educator of the Year and talked with […]