 AV Week is a Success
During the fourth annual AV Week, members all around the globe reached out to students, architects, clients, staff and their communities to celebrate the value of the AV industry. Be sure to visit our photo gallery online and to read a complete AV Week 2009 wrap-up in the fourth quarter InfoComm newsletter.
Mark your calendars — next year’s AV Week celebration is October 17-23, 2010!
InfoComm Announces 2010 Election Results
The votes have been tallied and the results are in for the 2010 InfoComm Elections.
Secretary-Treasurer: Greg Jeffreys, Paradigm Audio Visual Ltd
Director (2 years): L William Nattress III, CTS-D, CTS-I, Shen Milson & Wilke, Inc.
Director (2 years): Matt Emerson, CTS, CEAVCO Audio Visual
Leadership Development Committee: Ron Camden, Biamp Systems
In addition, Johanne Belanger of AVW-TELAV Audio Visual Solutions and Aseem Gupta of Visionaire were appointed to serve on the InfoComm Board of Directors by the Leadership Development Committee.
InfoComm congratulates the winning candidates and those who have been appointed to serve on the Board of Directors.
InfoComm also recognizes outgoing Leadership Development Committee Chair Mark Valenti, CTS, of The Sextant Group and outgoing board member Mike White, CTS, Multi-Media Solutions, Inc. for their tireless service. Thank you for making a significant contribution to the association!
Member Benefit Spotlight: Insurance Programs
The InfoComm International Business Insurance Program (PDF), managed by Lighthouse Companies, offers affordable premiums and broad coverage for owned, leased or rented AV equipment, workers' compensation, general liability and business automobiles.
Also, InfoComm recently partnered with Unum to provide discounted Group LTD, STD, LIFE-AD&D and Group Long Term Care with enhanced product features. More
Dallas Roundtable Date Change
It’s not too late to sign up! The Dallas roundtable has been moved to December 10. Member roundtables bring AV professionals together for networking and a discussion of major topics. Plan to join InfoComm staff and fellow members at this free event to discuss AV matters and learn about new member benefits!
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 2010 Education Catalog and Fairfax, VA, Academy Calendar
The 2010 Education Catalog (SWF) and course calendar (PDF) for the Academy in Fairfax are available online. Get a head start on your training for the new year — registration for online, virtual classroom and first quarter 2010 courses is open and available. Call your regional representative or 1.800.659.7469 to sign up.
CTS Prep Virtual Classroom a Popular Offering
Virtual classroom learning for certification preparation is a blend of online and classroom education. GEN 113 CTS Prep Virtual Classroom is InfoComm’s newest education offering and has been extremely well received. The next class will begin in January. For details on how this course works and a sample of the syllabus, please visit www.infocomm.org/courses and select GEN113.
 Do You Know Your Formulas?
GEN104 AV Math Online is a great way to brush up on your AV math skills. If you are thinking about getting your CTS certification, this is a fantastic place to start your preparation.
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Certification Committee Election
The nominees for the Certification Committee elections are in and the voting will take place this month to fill six positions on the committee. CTS holders are eligible to vote and will receive an email with instructions for doing so. If you hold an InfoComm certification credential, please take time to read about the nominees and respond to this very important election by Wednesday, November 25. Questions? Email certification@infocomm.org.
Renew, Renew, Renew
 Your CTS credential grows more valuable by the day. Please be sure to check your transcript toda yto see how many RUs you have. The renewal process is easy. Get your paperwork together and download the application. Need RUs? There are more than 300 courses on the renewal unit providers list that provide RUs, and many are free.
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Comment on InfoComm's Newest Draft Performance Standard
InfoComm International has made a draft performance standard, Audiovisual Systems Design and Coordination Components (INFOCOMM 2M:2009 DS 1), available for public review. A successful professional audiovisual system installation depends on the clear definition and coordination of processes, resources, and responsibilities of the design and installation project teams. A properly documented audiovisual system provides the information necessary to understand and implement the system goals and project requirements in a logical and efficient manner. The documentation should complement and coordinate related architectural, engineering and construction documentation. This standard outlines a consistent set of the standard tasks, responsibilities and deliverables required for professional audiovisual systems design and construction.
Commenting procedures and more information in the form of a single-page summary are available from the InfoComm website. Comments are encouraged from both InfoComm members and any interested party, internationally. The review period will remain open until December 14, 2009. This review process is in accordance with the ANSI accredited standards developer process.
For more information contact Joe Bocchiaro, Director of the InfoComm Performance Standards Program, at +1 703.279.6370 or standards@infocomm.org.
 Performance Standards Committee Thanks ACU Volunteers
The InfoComm Performance Standards Planning Committee and the entire audiovisual industry are indebted to the hard work of the ACU Task Group members who created the first InfoComm standard over a period of three years. The following participants were recognized with certificates of achievement: Frederick J. Ampel (Moderator) ; Norm Cleary ; Eric Cronwall CTS-D ; Richard Derbyshire ; Chris Maione, CTS-D ; Steve Mills, CTS-D ; Ray Rayburn, Fellow, Audio Engineering Society; and Peter Swanson, CTS.
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 Almo Professional A/V Makes E4 AV Program Accessible Online
Almo Professional A/V, a leading value-added distributor serving the needs of professional audiovisual integrators, dealers and consultants, has revealed that its upcoming E4 AV Tour, which kicks off on December 8 in New York City, will be accessible to partners nationwide both live and on demand. By registering, partners will have remote access to the traveling reseller training and networking event via rAVe NOW's Twitter, video and blog updates. Session materials and product information will also be housed online after the event. Read the press release.
Fifth Annual Building Your Digital Signage Business Conference
Come to Chicago on November 18-19 to hear from digital signage veterans who have “been there, done that.” Get inspired and make long- lasting relationships. Now is the time to determine how your business will grow and make money in 2010.
- Connect with network operators/end-users and grow your business.
- Learn business models for digital signage.
- Realize the value proposition of digital signage for your clients.
- Tap into new verticals and source strategies to reposition your offerings.
- Keep your finger on the pulse of industry developments.
Benefit from InfoComm’s sponsorship. Register now and save $600 off the regular registration price. Mention code 9030-IC995 to take advantage of this exclusive discount.
For details, visit http://www.strategyinstitute.com/111809_bdsb5/dsp.php
The New Reality
Business has changed forever; have you? Boost your profits at NSCA's 2010 Business & Leadership Conference and learn from experts and professionals who've been through tough economic conditions before. Formerly the Fall Business Conference, this year the popular event will be held February 25-27, 2010, at the PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
 NSCA's 2010 Business & Leadership Conference is sponsored by InfoComm.
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