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Wax Poetic and Win Your Way to InfoComm 2012

 


If you know what an acrostic poem is, then you're halfway to a free trip to InfoComm 2012 in Las Vegas. All that's left is the writing. That's right, summon your inner poet and you could win airfare and lodging for the industry's biggest trade show of the year. But hurry, the deadline for entries is May 14. Don't know what an acrostic poem is?

We can help.

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Education Preview: Networked AV Systems

 


Recently, at InfoComm International® headquarters, members of the association's education staff and InfoComm University™ took one of their newest training sessions for a test drive. The new course, Networked AV Systems, will debut at InfoComm 2012, but don't wait until the last-minute to prepare. If you don't know what OSI, NAT and VLAN stand for, you've got some boning up to do.

Here's an inside look

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Energy Management Standard Open for Review

 


It's not every day you have a chance to influence the course of your industry. This month, you do. As required of all ANSI Accredited Standards Developers, InfoComm has posted its latest draft standard, INFOCOMM 4: 2012 DS1, Audiovisual Systems Energy Management, for public review. InfoComm members and all interested parties worldwide have until June 4 to weigh in.

Visit infocomm.org/standardreview.

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Sneak Peak: InfoComm Comp & Benefits Survey

 


Don't let the name fool you: InfoComm International's biennial Compensation and Benefits Survey is about more that compensation and benefits. It's about AV jobs, revenue projections, demographics, education and training, and more. Which types of AV companies hire the most women? The 2012 Compensation and Benefits Survey can tell you. It's coming out soon.

Here's a preview.

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Cloud AV Comes Into its Own

 


It's one thing to put storage and software in the cloud. But video processing? Puh-lease. But it turns out AV in the cloud isn't so pie-in-the-sky after all, and several companies have introduced cloud-based video services that make a lot of sense when used in conjunction with today's AV systems. Get the scoop on several of them and chime in with your favorites.

 

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InfoComm Mourns the Loss of Ainsley Mahikoa, CTS
Treasured 35-year AV industry veteran Ainsley Mahikoa, CTS, Market Development Manager for the Audio Visual Company in Hawaii, recently passed away after a brief illness. Before joining AVCO 15 years ago, he worked with Panasonic Broadcast and American Airlines. Ainsley will be remembered for his dedication to sharing his vast knowledge of AV, as well as his promotion of technical innovations and industry certifications. InfoComm extends its sincere condolences to his family and colleagues.

 Reduce Your Time Online, Attend InfoComm Instead
Don't spend weeks or even months on the Internet searching for products and solutions. At InfoComm 2012, you can browse through the thousands of AV communications products and solutions on the show floor — all under one roof.

Register with the VIP Code LMBR4 for free show floor access and other special events.

 New Course: Networked AV Systems
Explore the impact of audiovisual applications on enterprise networks and how to balance customers' AV needs with IT reality. You'll leave Networked AV Systems with the background you need to cross the AV/IT divide and specify devices for enterprise networks. This brand-new course debuts at InfoComm 2012 in Las Vegas, but if you can't make that, sign up for a session in Fairfax, Va, Sept. 10-13.

 InfoComm 2012 Symposia
This year, arrive in Las Vegas early and take advantage of new professional development opportunities. InfoComm University will present the following symposia at InfoComm 2012. Be sure to attend one of these specialized sessions, which will take place on Monday and Tuesday, before exhibits open. To save a seat for any of these sessions, please call +1.800.659.7469 and talk to your regional representative.

Technology Managers Symposium
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
This new session will cover many of the technical and management issues that affect technology managers every day, including operations, interactive classrooms, content management, future proofing and mass notification. Don't miss the presentation Emergency Planning: Virginia Tech Lessons Learned and Tested by the school's Director of Emergency Management Michael Mulhare, PE.

CTS-D and CTS-I Symposium
Monday, June 11, 2012
8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
To celebrate accomplishments and bring professional development at an advanced level, InfoComm is holding the first-ever CTS®-D and CTS-I Symposium. Learn how to apply InfoComm standards, building information modeling and more.

Business Executive Symposium
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
The once-a-year gathering of C-level professionals will feature a presentation on the 2012 Global AV Market Definition and Strategy Study, a presentation by David Nour on Adaptive Innovation™, and InfoComm University's Brad Malone on Maximizing Your Company's Profits and Performance.

 Become a Roundtable or Webinar Presenter
InfoComm is seeking experienced speakers for member roundtables and webinars. Share your knowledge on a variety of topics, including sales, project management, leadership skills, marketing and business development. Complete an application form today.

 Come to the 'Burgh
InfoComm International is hosting a mega roundtable in Pittsburgh on May 23 at the famous Omni William Penn Hotel. Come for lunch and Manufacturers' Training from Biamp Systems, Chief, Digital Projection, Kramer and Williams Sound. Then stay for Brad Malone's business presentation, Maximizing Your Organization's Performance, followed by a networking reception. Register today.

 Your Home Away From Home
Rest and relax to the sounds of live jazz in the InfoComm International member booth #C7529 at InfoComm 2012 in Las Vegas. Each year, InfoComm puts out the welcome mat for members and potential members. Stop by to enter the “Trip of a Lifetime” giveaway, meet staff and learn about the benefits of belonging to InfoComm throughout the year. Questions? Email membership@infocomm.org.

 Council Meetings in Las Vegas
The InfoComm Show presents the one time that council members can meet face-to-face. The dates are set for all eight councils. Lunch or breakfast is included. Get involved and attend. See infocomm.org/councils for the full schedule.

 Sustainability Digest
InfoComm Sustainability Officer Allen Weidman is a one-stop source on the latest developments in green, from LEED and ASHRAE, to the GSA and today's youth. Check him out on the InfoComm All Voices Blog.

 

 


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