Edge March Town Hall

Take advantage of your membership and attend the monthly town halls! The town halls cover AV industry trends, best practices, state of the integrator, networking and educational opportunities.

Join us virtually on Tuesday, March 18, at 11 AM - 12 PM MT.

Attend this month’s town hall on March 18 for invaluable insights with presenting sponsor BrightSign. Please contact Patrick Whipkey below to attend. If you can't attend or have missed previous town halls, login to Edge and visit the Town Hall page to view the meeting recordings.

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Sponsoring Partner: BrightSign

BrightSign, the industry leader in digital signage media players, is pleased to share two key updates for Edge integrators at the March Town Hall:

5-Year Warranty Program: BrightSign now offers a 5-year warranty on all newly purchased and registered Series 5 and beyond players starting January 1, 2025. With a fanless design, self-healing tech and five years of software updates, their players deliver unmatched reliability and peace of mind. Learn more here.

AI Enablement: Built-in NPUs enable AI applications, allowing seamless AI integration without disrupting content playback — empowering integrators with smarter, more efficient signage solutions.

Presenting Speaker: Misty Chalk

Vice President of Sales, Americas

Misty Chalk is the Vice President of Sales, Americas at BrightSign, the global market leader powering the digital signage industry. She brings over 20 years of sales experience, including creating strategic relationships, maximizing deployments for customers and cultivating new business with channel partners.

The Cutting Edge featuring Avocor

Join us on March 4 for the next episode of our monthly LinkedIn Live series, The Cutting Edge! We’re thrilled to feature Dana Corey, GM & SVP of Global Sales from Avocor as we delve into cutting-edge topics, explore industry insights and highlight the innovations shaping the AV industry. Don’t miss this engaging conversation!

Join us virtually on Tuesday, March 4, at 9:15 AM MT.

Edge February Town Hall

Take advantage of your membership and attend the monthly town halls! The town halls cover AV industry trends, best practices, state of the integrator, networking and educational opportunities.

Join us virtually on Tuesday, Feb. 18, at 11 AM - 12 PM MT.

Attend this month’s town hall on Feb. 18 for invaluable insights with presenting sponsor Liberty. Please contact Patrick Whipkey below to attend. If you can't attend or have missed previous town halls, login to Edge and visit the Town Hall page to view the meeting recordings. More details regarding this month’s town hall coming soon!

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Sponsoring Partner: Liberty

Join Liberty’s Senior Manager of Strategic Accounts James Blumhardt for insights on key advancements shaping 2025. This session will highlight Liberty’s evolving capabilities, product innovations and strategic initiatives to enhance profitability, support and product access.

Key Takeaways:

·     Improved efficiency and service through ERP and warehousing enhancements.

·     Competitive pricing, expanded inventory and localized sales support.

·     Cutting-edge AV, security and infrastructure solutions for seamless integration.

·     Strengthened partnerships through open communication and industry-leading support.

Learn how Liberty’s innovation and customer-first approach can help navigate challenges, seize opportunities and drive long-term success.

Presenting Speaker: James Blumhardt
Senior Manager of Strategic Accounts

James Blumhardt has 42 years of experience in Pro Video / Broadcast integration and Advanced Visual Display manufacturing, holding senior sales roles. For the past 19 years, he has been a key part of Liberty’s senior management, driving global digital infrastructure, 4K signal management, security, datacom and managed services.

The Cutting Edge featuring Exertis Almo

Join us on Feb. 11 for the next episode of our monthly LinkedIn Live series, The Cutting Edge! We’re thrilled to feature Cory Allen from Exertis Almo as we explore cutting-edge topics, dive into industry insights and discuss their innovations shaping the AV industry. Don’t miss this engaging conversation!

Join us virtually on Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 9 AM MT.

Edge and SAVe ISE Cocktail Party 2025

FEB. 5 | BARCELONA, SPAIN

Edge members are invited to join Edge and SAVe for a reception on Feb. 5 from 4-6 PM Central European Time at Integrated Systems Europe 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.

When: Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, 4-6 PM Central European Time

Where: Lobby of the CC2

Edge January Town Hall

Take advantage of your membership and attend the monthly town halls! The town halls cover AV industry trends, best practices, state of the integrator, networking and educational opportunities.

Join us virtually on Tuesday, Jan. 21, at 11 AM MT.

Attend this month’s town hall on Jan. 21 for invaluable insights with presenting sponsor ADI Global. Please contact Patrick Whipkey below to attend. If you can't attend or have missed previous town halls, login to Edge and visit the Town Hall page to view the meeting recordings. More details regarding this month’s town hall coming soon!

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Sponsoring Partner: ADI Global

In these uncertain times, distribution provides the flexibility and support integrators need to navigate challenges like tariffs and supply chain disruptions. During this presentation, ADI | Snap One will spotlight Snap OvrC, a powerful tool to remotely manage jobsites, enhance business efficiency and ensure adaptability.

Presenting Speaker: Cynthia Menna, VP of AV

Cynthia brings over 20 years of expertise in Residential Smart Living, AV and Commercial AV, with extensive experience working across both manufacturing and distribution sectors. Over the past decade, she has been instrumental in driving the growth of ADI’s Commercial AV business, playing a key role in several strategic acquisitions and shaping the company's success in this space.

Presenting Speaker: Scott Normand, ProAV Senior Director, Commercial 

Scott Normand is a 25-year veteran of the AV industry, bringing a wealth of experience from his years as an integrator and his decade-long tenure at Snap One. Known for his deep product and market expertise, Scott plays a pivotal role in helping integrators optimize their businesses through tailored solutions and industry insights.

The Cutting Edge featuring NETGEAR

Kick off the new year with us on Jan. 7 for the premiere episode of our monthly LinkedIn Live series, The Cutting Edge! We’re excited to feature John Henkel from NETGEAR. Tune in as we dive into cutting-edge topics, explore industry insights and discuss how NETGEAR is driving innovation. Don’t miss this engaging conversation!

Join us virtually on Tuesday, Jan. 7, at 9 AM MT.

Edge December Town Hall

Take advantage of your membership and attend the monthly town halls! The town halls cover AV industry trends, best practices, state of the integrator, networking and educational opportunities.

Join us virtually on Thursday, Dec. 19, at 9 AM MT.

Attend this month’s town hall on Dec. 19 for invaluable insights with presenting sponsor Shure. Please contact Patrick Whipkey below to attend. If you can't attend or have missed previous town halls, login to Edge and visit the Town Hall page to view the meeting recordings.

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Sponsoring Partner: Shure

Discover why the MXW neXt 2 Wireless Microphone System and the MXA902 Integrated Conferencing Ceiling Array provide an ideal audio solution to transform hybrid classrooms and tackle common audio challenges. Gain insights into how these advanced technologies ensure clear and immersive communication between remote and in-person students, and learn how to effectively implement them with your clients in the higher education space.

Presenting Speaker: Sam Bicak, Sales Manager for Southwestern U.S.

Sam Bicak is the Sales Manager covering the Southwestern U.S. for Shure and has been with the company over 10 years. With a background in live sound and performance, he has a passion for audio that extends beyond the stage.

Edge November Town Hall

Take advantage of your membership and attend the monthly town halls! The town halls cover AV industry trends, best practices, state of the integrator, networking and educational opportunities.

Join us virtually on Thursday, Nov. 21, at 9 AM MT.

Please contact Patrick Whipkey below to attend. If you can't attend or have missed previous town halls, login to Edge and visit the Town Hall page to view the meeting recordings.

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Sponsoring Partner: QSC

Key Topic: Discovering how the right technology can secure the deal for high-impact spaces.

• The Significance of AV

• Intelligent Audio

• Intelligent Video

• Seamless UC Integration

• Meeting Equity

Presenting Speaker: Jason Baez, Director of Sales at Q-SYS

With over 12 years of experience in the AV industry, Jason has spent the last five years working for Q-SYS. He started his Q-SYS journey in business development, where he successfully transitioned many corporate and higher education customers to the Q-SYS platform before moving into channel sales management. He currently manages the Central Region's sales efforts while also leading the organizations partnership with the Edge membership.

Edge October Town Hall

Take advantage of your membership and attend the monthly town halls! The town halls cover AV industry trends, best practices, state of the integrator, networking and educational opportunities.

Join us virtually on Thursday, Oct. 31, at 9 AM MT.

Attend this month’s town hall on Halloween for some spooky shenanigans with presenting sponsor Lencore. Please contact Patrick Whipkey below to attend. If you can't attend or have missed previous town halls, login to Edge and visit the Town Hall page to view the meeting recordings.

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Edge August Town Hall

Take advantage of your membership and attend the monthly town halls! The town halls cover AV industry trends, best practices, state of the integrator, networking and educational opportunities.

Join us virtually on Thursday, Aug. 29, at 9 AM MT.

With InfoComm over and education season in full swing, this town hall will focus on how pipelines are looking for Q3 and Q4. Please contact Patrick Whipkey at pwhipkey@edge.technology to attend. If you can't attend, or have missed previous town halls, login to Edge and visit the Town Hall page to view the meeting recordings.

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Edge July Town Hall

Discussion Topic: Q3 and Q4 Projections and Insights

Take advantage of your membership and attend the monthly town halls! The town halls cover AV industry trends, best practices, state of the integrator, networking and educational opportunities.

Join us virtually on Thursday, July 25, at 9 AM MT.

With InfoComm over and education season in full swing, this town hall will focus on how pipelines are looking for Q3 and Q4. Please contact Patrick Whipkey at pwhipkey@edge.technology to attend. If you can't attend, or have missed previous town halls, login to Edge and visit the Town Hall page to view the meeting recordings.

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