AVIXA announced that it will be presenting a week-long program of learning and networking, including a conference program, interactive sessions at Xchange LIVE, a livestream of AVIXA TV from the show floor and more at the upcoming 2024 ISE Show kicking off in Spain in late January at the Fira Barcelona Gran Via.
“For the 20th edition of ISE, there are so many exciting events, speakers, and innovative solutions in store for the thousands of AV professionals that will flock to Barcelona for this magical week,” says David Labuskes, CTS, CAE, RCDD, chief executive officer of AVIXA. “AVIXA is proud to be a part of the organizing team for ISE and witness the industry evolving in real time – professionals seeing and evaluating solutions, learning from experts, and building professional connections in one city for one week.”
The conference program includes the Smart Building Conference, Control Rooms Summit, Smart Home Technology Conference, Content Production & Distribution Summit, Digital Signage Summit, Smart Workplace Summit, Live Events Summit, and Education Technology Summit. In addition, AVIXA and CEDIA will host a three-hour Sustainability Workshop.
AVIXA Premium and Elite Members are eligible for an approximate 30 percent discount on all ISE conferences. All conferences except the Smart Home Technology Conference are eligible for CTS renewal units.
Tech Talks, presented in English and Spanish, will explore technology and business developments in the AV industry. During these free sessions, attendees will hear from the creators at the Sphere, Moment Factory, u22 Film Festival, Llum 24 Barcelona, and more. The Tech Talks will take place on the ISE main stage in Hall 4, Tuesday through Thursday.
“The AVIXA team is incredibly excited about this year’s education program at ISE – we’ve assembled a lineup of dynamic thought leaders from different corners of the industry and the world that will dive into critical pro AV solutions and reveal opportunities for industry professionals,” says Pam Taggart, vice president of Content Creation, AVIXA. “Whether you have a day you can dedicate to a conference or 40 minutes to join a Tech Talk, there are so many ways to absorb the education program.”
AVIXA Xchange LIVE (stand 4G300) will return to ISE with four days of sessions covering disruptive tech, environmental, social governance in AV, professional development, and much more. Xchange LIVE will also host daily meetups to mingle with peers and build new contacts.
On Wednesday, Jan. 31, the session “Is AI biased?” will discuss the role AI plays, from decision-making algorithms to personalized recommendations. As AI systems become more integrated into our society, concerns about bias in these systems have come to the forefront. This session will dive into this complex issue.
Also on Wednesday, the session “How can we make pro AV more sustainable?” will highlight the benefits of lifecycle analysis, responsible sourcing, and upcycling. Panelists will share their perspectives on how “green use” of AV and IT equipment can be organized, managed, and monitored.
On Thursday, February 1, the session “How EdTech Can Enhance Social and Emotional Learning in the Classroom” will focus on how success in education depends on cultivating not just cognitive abilities but also emotional wellbeing and character fortitude. Throughout the week, AVIXA will host several networking events at Xchange LIVE, bringing together the AVIXA Women’s Council, AV marketers, education technology managers, and more groups.
Mixer & Meetup: AV Marketers
January 30: 15:00 – 16:30
Mixer and Meetup: For All Women in AV
January 31: 15:00 – 16:30
AVIXA Reception
January 31: 17:30 – 19:00
AVIXA Women’s Council Sessions (DACH and Italian)
February 1: 10:00 – 12:00
Mixer and Meetup: Education Technology Managers
February 1: 16:30 – 18:00
Attendees are also invited to visit the AVIXA Member Lounge (stand 4G150) to meet with the membership team, learn more about how to benefit most from your membership.
For the first time at ISE, AVIXA TV will broadcast live from the trade show floor Monday through Thursday (stand 4G300). Hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard from AVIXA will be joined by industry executives Sofia Crespo, who will talk about her projection mapping project at Casa Batlló and on the ISE show floor, and Jeroen van der Most, who will discuss AI and his artwork that will be showcased at the front entrance of the Fira. AVIXA TV will also present coverage of Bikefest as the riders arrive in Barcelona after a three-day journey cycling from Valencia. The show will also feature insights on AV trends and technologies from Matrox, Shure, Lutron, ClearOne, and Userful. The livestream can be viewed at AVIXA.TV.
Go here for more information about ISE 2024.
