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The Productivity Trap | Empowered by Design

We celebrate being busy. We praise productivity. We admire people who always seem to be working toward the next goal. But what happens when accomplishment becomes part of your identity? In the latest Empowered by Design, Chris Kelly reflects on the always-on mindset, the opportunities it has created, and the cost he is only beginning to understand. Read More

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July 16, 2026

My Take : The First HETMA Roadshow in Omaha

Omaha's first HETMA Roadshow brought together attendees from around a dozen institutions, many experiencing their first Roadshow. More than a technology showcase, the event highlighted the value of community, honest conversations about higher education technology, and the impact of bringing opportunities like this to regions that don't always have easy access to national events. Read More

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July 6, 2026

My Take : Hosting a HETMA Roadshow

Thinking about hosting a HETMA Roadshow? Chris Kelly shares what he learned from bringing a Roadshow to Creighton University, including planning challenges, campus tours, sponsor coordination, and the impact these events can have on regional higher education technology communities. Read More

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June 29, 2026

My Take : The Process of InfoComm 2026

Chris Kelly walks through InfoComm 2026 from the inside, from early planning and booth build to the Education Summit, show floor, and after-hours events. Along the way, he shares what worked, what didn’t, and what it actually takes to pull off HETMA’s presence, powered by volunteers, sponsors, and a lot of real-time problem solving. Read More

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June 26, 2026

Accessibility Showed Up at InfoComm 2026 | Empowered by Design

Accessibility was a clear focus at InfoComm 2026, with sessions spanning nearly two full days of programming. In this piece, Chris Kelly reflects on the shift from accommodation to universal access, highlights key moments from the HETMA Higher Ed Summit and beyond, and shares both the progress made and the gaps that still exist on the show floor. Read More

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June 15, 2026

My Take : Higher Education Summit Day 2 Part 1

Written by Chris Kelly, this summary of the Higher Ed Education Summit at InfoComm 2026 looks at how campus AV teams can build standards that scale. From keynote themes to lightning talks, breakouts, and ScreenBeam’s sponsor perspective, the day focused on making good learning experiences repeatable through practical standards, stronger documentation, remote support, and refresh planning. Read More

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