#AVITSUMMIT

Thursday, August 1, 2024
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM (EDT)

Registration / Networking in Exhibit Hall

 
9:00 AM - 9:15 PM (EDT)

Welcoming Remarks

Cindy Davis Mark J. Pescatore Tom Butts
9:15 AM - 9:45 AM (EDT)

Keynote | AV & AI and the Blueprint for Rapid Global Business Transformation

Explore the synergistic relationship between Audiovisual Technology (AV) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) as critical drivers in the rapidly evolving global business landscape. As industries worldwide face unprecedented challenges and opportunities, the fusion of AV and AI emerges as a transformative force, redefining creativity, communication, collaboration, and operational efficiency. The AV industry is uniquely positioned to harness the power and scale of AI, but ultimately success will depend on as much "unthinking" the past as it will embracing the future. Are you sure you are ready for the ride?

Julian Phillips
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM (EDT)

Transforming the Workplace, Engaging Teams, and Rethinking Process

We've moved beyond talking about the hybrid workplace. Whether occupied two or five days a week, the workplace must be engaging, collaborative, and productive. Currently, the C-suite is reassessing the overall office footprint, facilities are recognizing according to the shifting trends in space and furniture, and AV/IT departments are ensuring the right technologies are available to deliver the best collaborative and most productive experience for the workforce. Flexibility, scalability, and purpose-built are the new mantras. Learn how this panel of experts is helping to shape the workplace of today and tomorrow. 

Cindy Davis Harmeet Bhatia Kevin Laugherty Ashish Maru Matt Morgan
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM (EDT)

Networking in Exhibit Hall

The AV/IT Summit is about more than great panels. It's also an opportunity to talk with some of the most important vendors in the industry and network with fellow attendees. Use the scheduled time between sessions to learn more about some of the great technologies—and great people—in your industry.

 
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)

AV/IT Technology's Roles in Modern Higher Ed Classrooms and Campus

This panel delves into technology's diverse roles in modern higher education, exploring its potential to contextualize content, create immersive experiences, and enhance accessibility for diverse learners. Topics include leveraging networked A/V technologies for faculty engagement across different learning environments and integrating immersive technologies like AR/VR into campus experiences. The discussion also covers how hybrid environments and collaborative tools support diverse learners and addresses concerns such as change fatigue in technology adoption. Attendees will gain insights and strategies for effectively harnessing technology to enrich learning experiences and promote inclusivity in educational settings, both on campus and in hybrid settings.

Presented by: Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance (HETMA)

Erin Maher-Moran George Chacko Gilbert Felix C. Ann Kelly Rich Miller III
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (EDT)

Luncheon

The AV/IT Summit includes a free lunch for attendees.  Grab a bite, take a break, and connect with speakers and some of your fellow attendees.

 
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM (EDT)

The AV/IT Handshake: How to Facilitate Technology and Teams

It’s not always easy when AV and IT departments are lumped together under the corporate umbrella. How do teams find the balance between bandwidth and productivity? Join our band of relationship experts as they discuss cloud-based production, tech support, security concerns, personnel issues, and more.

Mark J. Pescatore Ben Dandola-Grubb Steve Greenblatt Tyler Kulp Alan Nicholls
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM (EDT)

Networking in Exhibit Hall

The AV/IT Summit is about more than great panels. It's also an opportunity to talk with some of the most important vendors in the industry and network with fellow attendees. Use the scheduled time between sessions to learn more about some of the great technologies—and great people—in your industry.

 
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM (EDT)

Barclays Center: A Video Technology Slam Dunk

Today’s modern sports arenas are dazzling fans like never before with video and audio technologies designed to excite and engage attendees. Learn how Barclays Center is producing immersive experiences designed to get fans off the couch and in the stands.

Tom Butts Kyle Love
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)

Barclays Center Technology Tour

After the summit, go behind the scenes and see the tools that help the video team bring the action to the fans at home and create amazing presentations for the in-person audience.

 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)

Closing Reception

After such a busy day, you deserve a break! Join us to discuss the day’s highlights with peers, panelists, and sponsors.