Weathering the Storm
Randal A. Lemke, Ph.D.
Executive Director & CEO, InfoComm International
It has been said that no matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow. As those of us in the mid-Atlantic section of the United States seek to recover from a cold and snowy winter, we are seeking any sign of growth and rebirth. Similarly, people around the world have grown tired of the economic winter of late 2008 and 2009. We are seeking any signs of recovery, looking closely for any end to sluggish sales and general malaise facing all industries. More
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ISF Commercial Calibration and Certification Course Offered at InfoComm 2010
 Join celebrated instructors Alan C. Brawn CTS, ISF, ISF-Con and Jonathan Brawn, ISF, ISF-C on Monday, June 7, at the ISF Commercial Calibration and Certification Class. ISF-Commercial teaches the art and science of color, light, the human eye, specifications, signals, display technologies, illumination, screen technology and human factors — as well as color space and calibration as these factors interact with the environment in which the display is installed. More
Technologies for Worship Conference
 The Technologies for Worship Conference keeps houses of worship ahead of the technical curve. Seminar topics are designed for volunteers, staff techs, worship leaders and pastors. The Technologies for Worship Conference provides house of worship personnel a dynamic space to learn how to make the most of technical tools to increase the effectiveness of their outreach. Register for the All-Day Audio Workshop on Tuesday, June 8 and for workshops being held June 9-11 addressing video, podcasting, volunteer recruitment and training, webcasting and more.
In tandem with the conference seminars, the Technologies for Worship Pavilion (located on the InfoComm show floor) is an interactive environment where attendees can test-drive new gear, speak with product designers, network with installers and technical contractors, as well as experience live performances on the state-of-the-art Quiet Stage. You won't want to miss it! The Technologies for Worship Conference and Pavilion are sponsored by Technologies for Worship Magazine
 Advance with AV
Make plans now to join us for InfoComm 2010 — the largest pro-AV event in the world — taking place June 5-11 in Las Vegas. With more than 900 exhibitors and 300 education sessions, you'll find the product innovations and business solutions you need to advance your career and propel your business forward. You'll go home with the know-how to Advance with AV! Register today at www.infocommshow.org.
 Win a Las Vegas VIP Package!
Register before Friday, April 30, for a chance to win a Las Vegas VIP Package including roundtrip airfare, three-night hotel stay, limo service, tickets to a Las Vegas show, plus an amenity basket and InfoComm goodie bag! To be eligible to win, you must enter VIP Code VXA03 when registering. Read the rules and regulations.
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 InfoComm First Quarter 2010 Newsletter
InfoComm publishes a digitally interactive quarterly newsletter for members only and the first quarter is live. View the first quarter edition. To have your company news included, submit your 75-word news summaries to membernews@infocomm.org by April 7, and don't forget to include a hi-res logo.
2010 Independent Programmers Council Directory Call for Entries
The Independent Programmers Council is publishing its first Independent Programmers Council Directory, which will contain a list of independent programmer member companies, biographies, service areas and more. Directory submission deadline is March 26, 2010! Visit http://www.infocomm.org/ipc for information or contact Rachel Melnykovich by email or at +1.703.277.2000.
InfoComm JobSite Doubles Resumes
The InfoComm JobSite provides more than 750 searchable resumes tailored to the AV industry, doubling the amount in six months. Additionally, since January, 330 new job seekers have submitted applications to more than 350 jobs posted on the InfoComm JobSite. Showcasing your available positions on this customized job search platform makes sense! Post a job today!
Wednesday Webinars — Business Development: Legal Series
InfoComm’s Wednesday Webinars will continue with parts three and four of the Business Development: Legal Series. These standalone sessions discuss the legalities of business agreements, malpractice, asset protection and additional ways to legally protect your business.
Visit us online for a complete schedule of upcoming and previously recorded webinars.
D.C. Members, You’re Invited
InfoComm is hosting a complimentary, members-only Regional Roundtable on Wednesday, March 17, in Washington, D.C. Join InfoComm staff and your colleagues as Nestor Infanzon, FAIA, RIBA, LEED® AP, shares An Architect’s Perspective on AV Technology. Also, discuss AV industry issues and learn about new member benefits. RSVP today. For questions, please email Marc Bialek or call 1.800.659.7469.
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Complete Our Dealer Compensation and Benefits Survey
The survey behind one of InfoComm's most popular reports, The Dealer Compensation and Benefits Survey, which evaluates the compensation and benefits offered for 27 important positions in the North American AV industry, is being conducted now and we need your help.
Participants will receive a free copy of the published report. Take the online survey today.
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SYMCO — Technology Showcase and InfoComm Training
Dealers, integrators, consultants, architects and technology users are invited to join SYMCO in Philadelphia, Tuesday, March 23, and Boston, Thursday, March 25, for a look at the newest AV products and technologies. Their Technology Showcase will bring many of the industry's top manufacturers in two beautiful cities, Philadelphia and Boston, for a day of product demonstrations, networking, and an opportunity to attain continuing education credits toward your InfoComm CTS certifications.
InfoComm Academy instructor Paul Streffon, MBA, CTS-D, CTS-I, will be teaching sessions on Video Conference for Sales Professionals, AV-IT Convergence, and Digital Signage for Sales Professionals for a total of seven renewal units (RUs) at each of these SYMCO events. Even if you are not a CTS but are looking for expert education, this is a great opportunity to learn the latest about AV.
Get additional information or register today.
Essentials of AV Technology Online Awarded RUs
The InfoComm independent Certification Committee, responsible for renewal, recently awarded InfoComm’s newly updated Essentials of AV Technology Online http://www.infocomm.org/cps/rde/xchg/infocomm/hs.xsl/7426_12768.htm course, 25 renewal units (RUs) for each of its certifications: CTS, CTS-D, and CTS-I. Loaded with new content, this course is perfect for those new to the industry as well as those looking for continuing education and renewal units for their certifications.
This course prepares individuals for InfoComm’s new certificate program, the InfoComm-Recognized AV Technologist Certificate Program. Learn more http://www.infocomm.org/cps/rde/xchg/infocomm/hs.xsl/12637.htm or listen https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/514558867 to a free prerecorded webinar about this program.
Virtual Classroom Courses Fill Rapidly
InfoComm’s virtual classroom courses combine the interaction and expert guidance of a classroom with the convenience of online education. Upcoming courses:
Register by email or by calling 1.800.659.7469.
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Standards Volunteers to Present Super Tuesday Session
As part of their enthusiasm to educate audiovisual industry practitioners, several of the standards program volunteers will be offering a full-day session at Super Tuesday, June 8, 2010. The session, Lights, Meter, Measure!, will explore the crucial elements you need to know to apply the upcoming InfoComm standards Videoconferencing Lighting and Projected Image Systems Contrast Ratio. Seven topics will include the metrology of light and its relationship to physiology, the metrology of colorimetry, video camera technologies, lighting design software, light meters, and the two standards themselves. If you are tentative about using light meters or would like to understand the relationships between the technology, the architecture, and eyesight, this session is for you! Register today.
If you would like to participate, please email standards@infocomm.org.
InfoComm Joins Event Management Sustainability Group
InfoComm has joined the ISO/PC 250 Sustainability in Event Management International Standard Development Technical Advisory Group (TAG). Thirty-one countries have begun work on a new standard on sustainable management of events — a standard that will guide event planners, venues, and other stakeholders in improving and maintaining sustainability measures for a number of common events and gatherings. The document will require identification of key sustainability issues such as venue selection, operating procedures, supply chain management, procurement, communications, and transport through a management systems approach. All types of events, including exhibitions, sporting competitions and concerts, will be covered by the standard. The standard is expected to be finalized in 2012 in time for the London Olympics. The United States is participating as a delegation member to ISO, sponsored by the CIC-Convention Industry Council, administered by the ASTM, and authorized by ANSI. A limited number of live events audiovisual professionals are needed to participate — to volunteer send an email with your qualifications to standards@infocomm.org.
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NSCA Launches Website to Help Systems Contractors Explore, Enter MNEC Market
The recent addition of two simple words — and signaling — to NFPA 72, now the National Fire Alarm & Signaling Code, as well as a new chapter on Emergency Communications Systems, will likely have a major effect on the commercial electronic systems industry.
To educate industry professionals on the growing Mass Notification and Emergency Communications (MNEC) market, as well as to help them determine how the code changes will affect their businesses, customers and products, NSCA has created a new website, www.mnec.org. The site provides news, books, events, code changes, resources on UL 2572, and much more related to the 2010 update. More
Almo Professional A/V E4 AV Tour + U = CTS RUs
If you haven't attended one of Almo's E4 networking and training events, don't worry, there's still time. Following great success in New York City and Anaheim, the E4 tour is picking up steam with the next stop scheduled for Chicago on April 7. Earn valuable CTS RUs for free — register today! 
Need proof? Listen to what exhibitors and attendees from last week's Anaheim event said.
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