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AVNation started in 2011 as a small community of friends having fun and wanting to share their knowledge and experiences working with audio visual technology and the av industry in general. While we’ve grown considerably over the years, we’re still a community where everyone is welcome to share ideas, make new friends, and celebrate the AV industry. Click here to learn more about us.

12/03/2025

Smaller. Better. More colorful.

Residential lighting is leveling up fast, & the home tech world is catching the wave.

This week on 510, we dig into modern lighting trends, smarter home theater control, and what really happens when tech throws a tantrum.

If you live in the or space, this episode hits home.

Tap in and see what’s shaking up the industry 👇
https://www.avnation.tv/podcast/avweek-510-the-airing-of-grievances/

What if the story you’re telling isn’t the story your team actually needs? Forbes Councils Member and AVNation President...
12/02/2025

What if the story you’re telling isn’t the story your team actually needs?

Forbes Councils Member and AVNation President Tim Albright breaks down why leaders must shift from storytelling to story-shaping, especially in high-pressure and environments.

If you want your message to spark action instead of applause, this one’s worth your time.

Read Tim’s Forbes article and see how story-shaping can transform your leadership.

https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2025/11/25/strategic-thought-leadership-from-storytelling-to-story-shaping/

12/01/2025

Sometimes the best part of AV isn’t the gear… it’s the people behind it. ❤️🎙️

745 is our moment to slow down, share gratitude, and celebrate the community that keeps this industry feeling like family.

If you need a little feel-good energy today, this episode is your reset.

Tune in now: https://www.avnation.tv/podcast/avweek-745-being-thankful-for-av/

11/28/2025

A little squirrel showed up on our page… and he’s curious. 🐿️

Got a story you’ve always wanted to share, anonymously?

You can drop it here: https://www.avnation.tv/secret-squirrel/

Ever feel like government security requirements are moving faster than the can keep up? This week’s goes straight at...
11/28/2025

Ever feel like government security requirements are moving faster than the can keep up? This week’s goes straight at the tension, why certifications like and are suddenly deciding who gets a seat at the table, and why “managed services” still spark debates inside every and department.

Tim Albright brings together Dawn Meade, Joe Way, and Dan Saenz for a conversation that cuts through the noise and gets to what leaders actually need to know right now. It’s sharp, honest, and full of the insights the industry is quietly buzzing about.

If you want a clearer picture of where is heading, this episode is the one to catch.

Tune in to AVWeek 744 now: https://www.avnation.tv/podcast/avweek-744-board-of-penny-pinchers/

What if upgrading your rooms didn’t mean starting from scratch?Shure’s new Foundation System is giving and teams a...
11/27/2025

What if upgrading your rooms didn’t mean starting from scratch?

Shure’s new Foundation System is giving and teams a smarter way to modernize meeting spaces, bridging existing hardware, simplifying , and tapping into Microsoft’s platform to keep everything secure and consistent. It’s a fresh take on UC strategy that actually fits how campuses and enterprises work today.

Tim Albright breaks down why this approach is landing with tech leaders who need flexibility without the vendor lock-in.
Take a closer look at how Shure is reshaping the modern meeting room.

Read the full article👇
https://www.avnation.tv/2025/11/18/building-a-smarter-uc-room-strategy/

Did you miss the latest episode? This one stirred up some real conversations in . 🎧🔥EDTech 136: Unpopular Opinion div...
11/26/2025

Did you miss the latest episode? This one stirred up some real conversations in . 🎧🔥

EDTech 136: Unpopular Opinion dives into why Crestron’s new Belgium experience center could change how technology managers evaluate solutions, how broadcast-style production effects are reshaping learning spaces, and what ClearOne’s asset sale to Biamp really means for long-term support on campus.

Host Erin Maher-Moran sits down with Rob Rasberry from Drexel University and Matt O’Reilly from University of Toronto Mississauga for an honest, energetic breakdown of the trends every and pro should be watching.

If you work in tech, don’t let this one slip by.
Tune in and tell us where you stand. 👉🎙️
https://www.avnation.tv/podcast/edtech-136-unpopular-opinion/

11/25/2025

A little squirrel showed up on our page… and he’s curious. 🐿️

Got a story you’ve always wanted to share, anonymously?

You can drop it here: https://www.avnation.tv/secret-squirrel/

Looking at federal contracts and wondering why some integrators win big while others keep missing the mark? This week’s ...
11/25/2025

Looking at federal contracts and wondering why some integrators win big while others keep missing the mark? This week’s dives into the one topic too many teams still treat like fine print: government security requirements. , , compliance hurdles, turns out they’re not just boxes to tick, they’re business-shifting opportunities.

AVWeek 744 brings together voices who’ve lived these challenges firsthand. Host Tim Albright sits down with Dawn Meade, Joe Way, and Dan Saenz for a candid conversation on what really moves the needle for and leaders today, from the pressure of government-grade security to the ongoing confusion around what “managed services” should actually deliver.

If you want the real story behind certifications, support models, and how all of this impacts the AV ecosystem, this episode will be well worth your time.

Tune in to AVWeek 744 now: https://www.avnation.tv/podcast/avweek-744-board-of-penny-pinchers/

11/24/2025

When your AV gear needs government approval just to make the list… you know the stakes just went way up. 👀

Episode 744 jumps straight into the real challenges and teams face today, security that actually matters, data that drives decisions, and the constant battle to justify every dollar to the “board of penny pinchers.”

If you’ve ever had to defend your tech choices or fight for the budget your team actually needs, this episode will feel a little too real.

https://www.avnation.tv/podcast/avweek-744-board-of-penny-pinchers/

If your room looks modern but still sounds messy, the problem isn’t your speakers, it’s the space you put them in.Tim Al...
11/21/2025

If your room looks modern but still sounds messy, the problem isn’t your speakers, it’s the space you put them in.

Tim Albright breaks down in his latest piece, "How to Choose the Right Speaker for Your Space," why intelligibility, not volume or wattage, decides whether your message lands. Insights from AtlasIED’s Graham Hendry and Ivan Schwartz highlight how acoustics, speaker choice, and room design shape every experience.

If you’re building classrooms, lecture halls, boardrooms, or worship spaces, this read will change how you think about sound.

Dive in and rethink how you design for the human ear. 👇
https://www.avnation.tv/2025/11/21/how-to-choose-the-right-speaker/

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