13: Leading and Living On | brAVe [skills]

In this deeply personal episode, Leon Prather opens up about his journey returning to work after paternity leave, exploring questions that resonated with him from Britt’s “Finding My Way Back” episode in brAVe [space]. Leon candidly shares the doubts that surfaced as he prepared to return: “Will I still have value?” and “How can I... Read More

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January 28, 2026

130: Catch You On The Flipside with Issac Abbs | The AV/IT Amplifier Podcast

Isaac Abbs is back for week two, digging into introverted leadership, building real buy in, and creating recognition that actually lands for frontline tech teams. The conversation also detours into Tucson life, storytelling, and the simple question leaders rarely hear but always need. Read More

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January 27, 2026

Start Your Engines: New Year, Same Goal | Troy Story

New year, same goal. Troy used to think leading meant holding on tighter—but growth sometimes means letting go. The HETMA Virtual Conference is coming up, and his role has changed, but the mission hasn’t: serve the community, build access, create connection. Read More

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338 Higher Ed AV Podcast Mike Blackman ISE 2026

January 27, 2026

343: Mike Blackman, Managing Director, Integrated Systems Europe | Higher Ed AV Podcast

Joe Way caps off his ISE preview series with one of his annual favorite conversations, welcoming back Mike Blackman, Managing Director of Integrated Systems Events, the organizers of Integrated Systems Europe. Mike shares why ISE 2026 is on track to be the biggest edition yet, how the team plans the show as a year round... Read More

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ISE2026

January 26, 2026

EdTech Congress and ISE Form Strategic Partnership for 2027 | Integrated Systems Europe

Fira Barcelona, ISE, and the Edutech Cluster jointly drive the EdTech Congress. We are pleased to inform you of an important development in EdTech Congress Barcelona. Thanks to a strategic alliance with Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), the 2027 edition of the congress will be directly co-organized by ISE, further strengthening its commitment to technology applied to education. Read More

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January 26, 2026

Beyond Compliance: Building Inclusive Learning Environments in 2026 | Empowered by Design

Colleges face a 2026 deadline to make online content fully accessible, and the stakes have never been higher. This article explores common barriers, legal risks and practical steps for creating inclusive classrooms and AV environments. Learn why universal design isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s essential for compliance, reputation, and attracting students. Read More

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