137: Reliable as F*** with Philipp Gude | The AV/IT Amplifier Podcast

Ryan Gray talks with Philipp Gude of GUDE Systems about smart power management, remote rebooting, and why reliability matters so much in higher education AV environments. The conversation moves from GUDE’s family company roots and people first culture to InfoComm 2026, HETMA Approved testing, and the role of campus standardization in modern AV support. Philipp also shares thoughts on GUDE’s global presence, working across power standards, and how HETMA can continue growing through collaboration with established higher education technology communities in Europe. Read More

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June 3, 2026

Upgrade of the lecture hall technology at the University of Siegen | GUDE Systems

Reduction of service calls on the University of Siegen campus through intelligent electricity management In our Customer Success Story you can learn about how service calls can be reduced due to monitoring of the AV installation on the campus of the University of Siegen. The lecture hall technology supports the motto of the university “green university” with... Read More

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June 2, 2026

My Take : HETMA’s First European Roadshow

What started as a regional experiment in the U.S. has now crossed an ocean. In this reflection on HETMA’s first European Roadshow in Mechelen, Belgium, Troy Powers explores what happens when a familiar format meets a new audience. Despite differences in geography and context, the same themes emerged: shared challenges, a passion for learning environments, and the power of community. From campus tours to conversations that carried well beyond the sessions, this event served as both a milestone and a beginning, reinforcing that meaningful connections, not just technology, are what continue to move the industry forward. Read More

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June 2, 2026

357: Live from the HETMA Roadshow in Mechelen Belgium | Higher Ed AV Podcast with Joe Way

HETMA’s first European Roadshow in Mechelen, Belgium brought higher education AV leaders, campus teams, and manufacturer partners together to explore intentional learning space design, regional collaboration, and the shared challenges facing institutions across Europe. Through conversations with Thomas More University and partners like Catchbox, Sennheiser, Crestron, Biamp, and Extron, the episode highlights a growing need for community, consistency, simplicity, sustainability, and long-term support in the future of higher ed AV. Read More

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June 1, 2026

HETMA Presents… Live from the Mechelen Roadshow in Belgium

Live from the first international HETMA Roadshow in Mechelen, Belgium, this episode captures the energy, curiosity, and community-building that defined HETMA’s first major European event. Through conversations with Troy Powers, Piet van der Zanden, and vendor partners like ScreenBeam, the discussion highlights the importance of regional access, peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, sustainable classroom design, and adapting... Read More

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June 1, 2026

335: One Host, Big Thoughts: June in Higher Ed AV | The AV Life Podcast

Recorded on May 28, 2026: In this solo episode, host Tim Van Woeart reflects on the fast arrival of June and the transition period it represents for higher education AV professionals. Tim discusses the close of the academic and fiscal years, graduation season, summer campus projects, and preparations for InfoComm. He shares personal thoughts about... Read More

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June 1, 2026

72: We Won’t Do Anything Until That Form Is Filled Out | AV SuperFriends

This episode of AV SuperFriends: On Topic digs into how higher ed AV projects really begin, from formal intake forms and ticketing systems to emails, hallway conversations, and support requests that quietly become full-scale projects. The panel explores the messy line between tickets, incidents, problems, consultations, and projects, while comparing the tools and processes campuses use to create scope, accountability, funding, and forward motion. Read More

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June 1, 2026

Spotlight on Matthew Franklin | Tech Manager Spotlight

Matthew Franklin, Media Systems Engineer at California State University, Chico, is focused on solving everyday AV challenges with practical, software-driven solutions. From open-source tools that stabilize Windows audio and display settings to systems that improve how teams communicate with instructors, his work is rooted in making classroom technology more reliable and easier to support. Recently elected as HETMA’s new Advisory Chair, Matthew brings that same mindset of collaboration, automation, and shared problem-solving to the broader higher ed AV community. Read More

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May 28, 2026

Experience INOGENI at InfoComm 2026: redefining BYOM, multi-camera control, and AV flexibility

Infocomm 2026 is here, and INOGENI is back at Central Hall — C7153 with a dedicated lineup of live demonstrations. Centered on this year’s theme, “Smart AV made easy,” we’ll show you how we remove the technical barriers of hybrid collaboration to improve the experience for both integrators and end users. Experience the future of hybrid collaboration at our live demo... Read More

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May 28, 2026

Security by Obscurity Is Not a Security Strategy | AV Under the Hood

In this article, Dustin Myers takes a hard look at a common assumption in higher ed AV: that systems are “secure enough” because they’re out of sight or on their own network. Drawing from industry discussion and real-world examples, Dustin Myers breaks down why security by obscurity fails, how AV environments mirror broader IoT risks, and why isolation often isn’t what it appears to be. It’s a practical reminder that modern AV systems need to be built to withstand scrutiny, not depend on avoiding it. Read More

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May 27, 2026

HETMA Presents… Chair to Chair: Aaron Baker, Events Chair

In this May episode of HETMA Presents… Chair to Chair, Erin Maher-Moran sits down with Aaron Baker, Events Chair for HETMA and a higher ed technology professional at Stephen F. Austin State University. Their conversation explores Aaron’s accidental path into higher ed AV, how HETMA helped him find a wider professional community, and what it takes to create meaningful events that bring higher ed technology managers together. Read More

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May 26, 2026

Embracing AI in Health and Fitness: A New Era of Personalized Wellness | AI Insights with Andy

AI shows up in health and fitness in ways many of us already use, from workout guidance to meditation apps, often without us thinking much about it. This AI Insights column looks at familiar tools like Peloton, Fitbit, and Endel to explore where AI adds value, where it falls short, and why the human element still matters when it comes to wellness. Read More

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