Parag Kothari, CTS: Xchange Community Spotlight
For our March ‘26 Xchange Community Spotlight, we’re featuring Parag Kothari, CTS, Founder and Principal Consultant of Reson8 Consulting.
Xchange Community Spotlight
Our Community Spotlight highlights some of the most prominent, active users in the AVIXA Xchange community. These quick interviews touch on hot topics within the AV industry right from the minds of experts in their respective fields.
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Mike Ross: Xchange Community Spotlight
A big part of Mike Ross’ role as a Creative Technical Director is ensuring that every technical detail serves the greater creative vision. He notes that the real impact of immersive technologies “comes from how thoughtfully they’re integrated to support the story and enhance the guest experience.”
Sara Quarantelli: Xchange Community Spotlight
Our Nov spotlight has fallen on Sara Quarantelli, who works at Axis Communications. Lately, she's been focusing on the advantages of IP-based devices. "Having a device that is able to integrate or connect to other devices or systems offers a high level of operability," she said. Find out more!
Urmil Vaidhya: Xchange Community Spotlight
Our Oct spotlight, Urmil Vaidhya, believes advancements in multilingual conference calls will be a key trend in the future of AV. “AI has already made things possible that seemed unimaginable just five years ago,” he began.
Camila Chavarri: Xchange Community Spotlight
One particular trend that our Sept spotlight Camila Chavarri has noticed in tech is that nothing is really out of place or too crazy. “It’s all about experimenting, innovating, and yes—failing—in order to reach that ‘wow’ moment,” she said.
Joe Way: Xchange Community Spotlight
One of Joe’s most meaningful moments came when he co-founded HETMA, a nonprofit organization focused on empowering higher-ed AV professionals. “It wasn't just about starting an organization—it was about giving a voice to an entire vertical that had been overlooked for far too long,” he said.
Eduardo Andrés Travi: Xchange Community Spotlight
Eduardo Travi’s approach to work has been shaped by pivotal moments of insight. One of the most meaningful came early in his career, during his first job. “In my experience, this proved to be key for the success of any AV project,” said our July spotlight, reflecting on the lesson he gained.
Marc Rémond: Xchange Community Spotlight
Based in Singapore, our June spotlight Marc Rémond, explains that “global firms struggle in APAC due to misaligned strategies.” So, he offers these essential insights for global growth.
Benedict Onodu, CTS, MBCS: Xchange Community Spotlight
In Benedict Onodu's work, safety is key at every stage. “As professionals, it is essential for us to not only recognize risks but also evaluate their impact and demonstrate our ability to assist customers in identifying and mitigating them effectively,” our May spotlight said.
Grifiths Zachariah, CTS: Xchange Community Spotlight
“I saw the potential of AV to transform communication, and I decided to build a career around it,” said our April '25 Spotlight, Grifiths Zachariah. He shares his journey of recognizing the transformative power of AV tech.
Craig Park: Xchange Community Spotlight
“Leadership is a collection of traits and not just a position or title,” began Craig Park, our March ‘25 spotlight. Drawing from his own experiences and mentors, he reflects on his AV journey and shares advice on leadership development.
Deborah Boyle: Xchange Community Spotlight
Our Feb '25 Spotlight, Deborah Boyle, is no stranger to industry events. “A defining moment in my career was successfully leading the marketing strategy and execution for Integrate and the Security Exhibition & Conference for the first time,” she said.
Racheal Aye: Xchange Community Spotlight
For our January ‘25 Spotlight, we're featuring Racheal Aye, who works as a Presales Engineer in Kampala, Uganda. “The potential for growth in Uganda’s AV sector is high, and as the industry matures, it presents exciting opportunities for both local and international players,” she said.
Virginia Molina: Xchange Community Spotlight
“I’ve noticed that soft skills make a significant difference in the day-to-day workplace. AI has highlighted the value of soft skills,” said our Dec spotlight, Virginia Molina. She encourages other women to dive into the exciting field of AV and offers universal advice.
Juan Carlos Medina, CTS: Xchange Community Spotlight
For our November Spotlight, we're featuring Juan Carlos Medina, who manages Viewhaus, serves as an ambassador for SAVe in Mexico, and is part of AVIXA’s sustainability advisory group. As an advocate for sustainability, Juan expressed, “A good way to start is by informing ourselves.”
Matthew Pana: Xchange Community Spotlight
Our October spotlight, Matthew Pana, started gaining AV experience in high school theatre, where he handled lighting. “At that time, I would have never imagined the trajectory that first encounter would take me,” he said.