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Welcome and Pain Points Panel

Cindy Davis (AV Technology) and Mark J. Pescatore (Systems Contractor News)

Attendees and experts join forces to identify AV issues in the workplace and potential solutions.

Keynote Address

Networking in Exhibit Hall

How Virtual Production Studios are Enhancing Brands and Engaging Audiences

Virtual production studios have been the buzz for nearly five years. But are you still unsure how or why you would utilize one in your corporate enterprise or higher education campus? Are you on the fence about the benefits and wondering about the ROI? A panel of experts will illuminate the benefits, the elements, and a clear ROI.

The Future of AV Technology

One of our most popular panels returns with an all-new collection of professional prognosticators exploring today’s technology trends and how they will translate into the workflows of tomorrow.

LUNCH

Presented by HETMA | Mistakes Were Made: Learning from Higher Education AV/IT Missteps and Charting a Better Course

In the rapidly evolving landscape of educational technology, even the most well-intentioned AV/IT implementations can go awry. This candid panel examines recent missteps in higher education audiovisual deployments and infrastructure decisions. Panelists will share hard-earned wisdom from projects that faced challenges. More importantly, they'll discuss how these experiences have informed better decision-making processes, more resilient infrastructure planning, and more user-centered design approaches that are now guiding successful implementations across campuses. Join us for this refreshingly honest conversation about turning hindsight into foresight as we navigate the next generation of educational technology solutions.

Networking in Exhibit Hall

AV/IT // IT/AV

We're at the peak of the AV over IP transition. From microphones to cameras, displays, and control systems, most AV rides on a network. The excellence of the AV network has become paramount and needs to perform at a very high level. This panel discusses the challenges of both AV and IT departments such as distributed video, high-bit-rate multicast, when and where to use different codecs, and more. We'll also discuss security and how to build trust between departments. 

AI: Hope or Hype?

AI might still be the biggest buzzword in the industry, but how is artificial intelligence really impacting Pro AV workflows? A panel discussion will explore what's already good about AI and what needs further development. Plus, industry experts will share their opinions on what they think is the evasive "killer app" that will help AI reach its true potential. 

Closing Reception

Take some time to wind down and discuss the day’s highlights with peers, panelists, and sponsors.