Event Details
As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in every layer of technology, meeting spaces are transforming into intelligent environments. Gain insights into the real-world application of AI tools—from auto-framing cameras and ambient noise suppression to context-aware lighting, voice activation, smart sensors, and real-time transcription/translation engines. We’ll examine what’s available today, what’s emerging, and how to design infrastructure that remains future ready. We’ll also address ethical design considerations, accessibility, and how to ensure all participants, whether remote or in-room, benefit equitably from the intelligent collaboration space.
Join this March Power Hour to:
- Identify key AI technologies transforming meeting spaces, list and describe AI tools such as auto-framing cameras, ambient noise suppression, context-aware lighting, voice activation, smart sensors, and real-time transcription/translation engines.
- Explain the benefits and challenges of implementing AI in meeting environments and discuss how AI enhances collaboration and accessibility for both remote and in-room participants and recognize ethical design considerations.
- Discuss ways of designing a future-ready meeting space leveraging AI capabilities we will outline strategies for integrating current and emerging AI solutions into meeting infrastructure to ensure adaptability and equitable participation.
Workspace trends are moving towards smaller, more flexible spaces, with more remote working over the long-term according to AVIXA’s IOTA report. For more key developments and digital workplace trends, view past webinars in the monthly Conferencing and Collaboration Power Hour.
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Moderator Information
Pete Coman is award-winning digital workplace experience designer whose career spans 30 years in the tech industry. With a background in owning and managing IT companies and installing and programming advanced technology systems, Pete knows what it’s like on both sides of the fence. Pete recently moved to New York to take on the role of Chief Technology Officer for PTS and is currently working with organizations to help them re-imagine their workplace by leveraging smart technologies to enhance workplace activities and the user experience.
He likes long walks on the beach, eating out, watching the footy, and has a passion (bordering on obsession) for technology.
Speaker Information
Jeremy has been delivering quality integrated media technology solutions for more than 20 years. He began his career installing enterprise class network and audiovisual systems, progressing to the design and project management of a wide variety of technology enabled facilities. Jeremy has successfully led diverse teams on many large-scale and complex design and installation projects globally. Driven by quality and the creative application of new technologies, Jeremy thrives on developing unique and innovative solutions for his customers. He has worked on a broad range of project types including broadcast, production, and communications for higher education, corporate, healthcare, and hospitality clients.
Jeremy serves on the Board of Directors for PSNI Global Alliance. As a lifelong learner, Jeremy is passionate about giving back through education and volunteers as an adjunct faculty instructor for Avixa as well as AQAV.
Jeremy is the recipient of the Avixa 2019 Educator of the Year, AQAV 2017 Quality Champion Award, and was recognized in the 2014 edition of the Commercial Integrators Top 40 under 40 Influencers.
Frank Padikkala is a Senior Technical Sales Architect on Zoom’s Global Architect Team, specializing in Zoom Spaces. He is an award-winning Technology Architect, Evangelist, and Keynote Speaker in the AV/IT space, known for bridging AV, IT, UC, and Cybersecurity disciplines to create seamless, secure user experiences.
With prior roles at Audinate, Panasonic, and Diversified, Frank has designed and implemented complex AV and media-over-IP solutions for enterprise and higher-education environments. His expertise spans network architecture, solution design, and technical enablement, and he’s recognized for advancing the convergence of IT and AV technologies.
Frank is passionate about innovation, inclusion, and continual learning, and has served as Chair of the AVIXA Diversity Council, where he championed initiatives to promote diversity and equity within the professional AV industry.
Mariana Pinho is a experienced and passionate Client Engagement Manager at OfficePro, Inc.. Her extensive career includes roles such as Regional Director at Cint, Category Development Manager at both Henkel and Acosta Sales & Marketing, and Business Manager at Daymon Worldwide. Mariana holds an MBA from Quinnipiac University, reflecting her strong academic background and commitment to professional excellence. Mariana prides herself on building strong relationships with both end-users and integrators, which has set the stage for lasting partnerships across the AV & IT industries.
Event Information
Date
18 March 2026
Time
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Eastern Standard Time
Type
Webinar