Value of Continual Learning | Business of AV

Continual learning is a key factor in keeping tech professionals employable. Skills and expectations change fast, and employers reward people who can adapt, collaborate across teams, and apply new knowledge to real problems. Staying curious and consistently building your capabilities protects your career through disruption and keeps your professional story current. Read More

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February 16, 2026

HETMA Presents… An ISE Special: The Plus Ones

From the HETMA booth at ISE in Barcelona, this special episode flips the mic to the people who usually stay off camera. The plus ones. Spouses and friends who helped run booth life, kept the vibe light, and somehow learned just enough AV language to survive a week on the show floor. Erica Fleming hosts a roundtable with Amy Murphy, Andrea Myers, Jay Matz, and Jessi Taylor calling in from an airport on the way home. Read More

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February 16, 2026

322: HETMA Takeover–Inside the Virtual Conference You Can’t Miss | The AV Life Podcast

Recorded on February 12, 2026: In this HETMA Takeover episode of The AV Life, the hosts welcome leadership from the Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance (HETMA) to preview this year’s highly anticipated virtual conference. The discussion highlights HETMA surpassing 10,000 members and the continued growth of its free, community-driven professional development model. Panelists outline key... Read More

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February 15, 2026

Spotlight on Ivy Tech Community College Fort Wayne, IN | Campus Spotlight

This month’s Campus Spotlight heads to Ivy Tech Fort Wayne, where Jon Youse and his team back a less‑is‑more approach across classrooms and hybrid spaces. By favoring durable gear, straightforward control, and stable workflows, they reduce complexity and minimize points of failure on a tight budget. The payoff is predictable operation and faster support response times when it counts. Learn how that strategy scales across campus. Read More

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