InfoComm Third Quarter Newsletter Available
 InfoComm members are invited to review InfoComm's third quarter newsletter. Don't miss the recap and photos from InfoComm 2010, up-to-the-minute news on InfoComm programs, and previews of upcoming events.
To have your company news included, submit a 75-word summary to membernews@infocomm.org by November 5 and don't forget to include a hi-res logo.
Not a member? Join today!
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AV in the Government and Military Markets
AV consultants and integrators who are familiar with business practices in the corporate, education or house of worship markets may find themselves adrift when it comes to working with the U.S. government market. Working with the government or any branches of the U.S. military requires a significant commitment by the AV practitioner to learn the cultural differences and technical hurdles presented by this vertical market. In this special report, InfoComm examines what it takes to serve this critical, growing marketplace. More
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Attend the STEP Rating System Webinar on Aug. 25
Register today for a free webinar at 1 p.m. EDT on August 25 on the Sustainable Technology Environment ProgramSM (STEP SM) rating system hosted by Scott Walker, LEED® AP, CTS-D and Chair of the AV Sustainability Rating System Task Force. The program, which is currently under development, is a set of benchmarks that can be applied to the technology aspects of a building. It is modeled after, and complementary to, the LEED rating system. Where the LEED system addresses the construction and infrastructure aspects of the building, the STEP system addresses the low-voltage systems.
View a complete schedule of the remaining 2010 Wednesday Webinars.
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InfoComm 2011 Call for Presenters Deadline Approaching!
The InfoComm Professional Education and Training Committee (PETC) invites you to submit your proposals for InfoComm Academy® education sessions at InfoComm 2011 in Orlando, FL. Education sessions will begin Saturday, June 11, and run through Friday, June 17, 2011 at the Orange County Convention Center. The Call for Presenters deadline is September 17, 2010. Submit your proposal today or visit www.infocommshow.org for additional information.
For information about InfoComm Academy sessions contact Bill Thomas.
Please note that InfoComm Academy sessions are intended to provide unbiased AV industry technical and business training and to remain vendor neutral. PETC requires there be no product specific sales pitches during your presentation, so that the course is not slanted toward any one manufacturer or service provider. Product-specific Manufacturers' Training session rooms are available for exhibitors through the InfoComm Expositions Department.
For further information about the Manufacturers' Training program, contact Laura Reed.
Design Track Classroom Courses
Is the CTS-D part of your professional development plans? The InfoComm Academy will be offering the design track in sequence starting in October and rounding out in January. Join us in Fairfax, VA, for DES212 AV Design Principles: Environment on October 24-26 immediately followed by DES213 AV Design Principles: Infrastructure on October 27-29. DES312 Applied AV Design will conclude the series January 23-25, 2011. To register for these classes, visit the InfoComm store.
Training Managers Determine InfoComm's 2011 Education Calendar
In years past, training managers indicated that classroom education is highly valued, but thoughtful scheduling of courses is critical.
So far InfoComm Academy has received anecdotal feedback on scheduling from training professionals, such as holding classes back-to-back to save on travel costs, scheduling weekend classes to save on travel costs with a Saturday night stay-over, and scheduling 6-day courses Saturday-Thursday rather than Sunday-Friday. Trainers also have indicated a preference for September and January as good months for training.
Agree? Disagree? Tell us! 
Denver in September with InfoComm Academy
InfoComm Academy is coming to Denver! Register today for a full day of industry-leading education and professional networking right in your own backyard for only $25.
You'll receive up to six CTS renewal units (RUs), fast-paced sessions on in-demand topics, taught by industry experts, a full day of training you can use at work on Monday, and a light breakfast and lunch. Learn more and register today!
AV Week Tip #2: Share Your Knowledge
Take advantage of AV Week to offer an “AV Best Practices” seminar to executives, professors and students on your college or corporate campus. The University of Arkansas creates a host of AV Week activities each year to explain AV technologies to end users. Westminster College has events every day during AV Week. See what others did in 2009 for more ideas.
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Membership Survey: Your Opinion Matters
How can InfoComm improve the value of your membership? How are we doing now? Please let us know. InfoComm's Membership Survey takes about 10 minutes to complete. InfoComm will send Starbucks coffee cards to 100 randomly selected participants. Chances are good that your coffee will be on us!
If you are in North America, take the survey now. All other regions will be receiving localized survey invitations by email in coming weeks.
See You in September in the Big Apple
InfoComm is hosting a complimentary, members-only Regional Roundtable on Sept. 16 in New York City. Join your colleagues and InfoComm staff to hear from special guest speakers and learn about new member benefits. RSVP today.
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Why Should You Care About AV Standards?
Using standards as part of your business strategy is a no-brainer. Smart businesses include industry standards in their strategic business plans. Until now, audiovisual performance standards haven't been available. Some companies have created their own “standard” guidelines to fill the gaps. InfoComm's standards program is changing all that. Find out how companies like yours can use standards for a business advantage. More
Standards Available for Purchase
Two ANSI-approved InfoComm standards, ANSI/INFOCOMM 1M-2009, Audio Coverage Uniformity in Enclosed Listener Areas (read the overview) and ANSI/INFOCOMM 2M-2010, Standard Guide for Audiovisual Systems Design and Coordination Processes (read the overview), are available for sale in ANSI's e-standards store along with other InfoComm publications.
Find out what the buzz is all about. Use the member code "infocomm" when checking out for a significant discount.
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Custom Media Services Launches AVStore.com with Help from iQ
Custom Media Services, a Nashville-based audiovisual equipment dealer announces the grand opening of its flagship e-commerce store, AVStore.com. AV and Broadcast veteran Rick Parsley, a 30-year veteran of the AV and broadcast industries is the general manager, based in Dayton, OH. More
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