AV/IT Amplifier

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 042 In this conversation, Ryan Gray interviews Jen Weaver, the business development manager for education at Starin. They discuss topics such as introversion vs. extroversion, the challenges of being a single mom, the nature of good and evil, and meaningful family traditions. Jen also shares her love for Prince and dolphins, her dream vacation to Tahiti, and her life hack o...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 041 n this episode, Ryan Gray interviews Jennifer Weaver, the Business Development Manager for Starin. They discuss Jennifer's role in the AV industry, the services provided by Starin, and the importance of building allies in the AV industry. Jennifer also shares her journey from being a teacher to working in the AV industry and her passion for supporting the higher ed comm...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 040 In this conversation, Chief Tyran Payne of Yavapai College shares insights on leadership, creating a positive work environment, and the importance of self-care. He emphasizes the value of approaching each day with a positive mindset and cultivating an approachable image. Chief Payne also discusses the complexity of human behavior and the need to understand the why behin...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 039 In this episode, Chief Payne discusses his role as the Chief of Police at Yavapai College and his mission to provide safety and security to the students, staff, and faculty. He emphasizes the importance of community engagement and proactive policing in a higher education environment. Chief Payne also highlights the unique challenges and rewards of working in higher educ...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 038 In this episode, host Ryan Gray reflects on the past year and shares his thoughts on various topics. He introduces the concept of the Gray Matter Moment, where he shares his own thoughts and responses to what guests have said. He discusses the most downloaded episodes and the interest in non-tech heavy topics. Ryan recommends two books by Simon Sinek and explores the co...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 037 In this conversation, Gina Sansivero shares insights into her personality and experiences. She describes herself as an extroverted introvert, someone who gains energy from being around people but also needs time alone to recharge. Gina highlights some of the best days of her life, including her son's college graduation and her own achievement of becoming a certified sai...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 036 Gina Sansivero, Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Communications at Atlas IED and founding board member of Women in AV/IT (WAVIT), discusses the mission and activities of WAVIT. She highlights the need for a more diverse AV/IT industry and the importance of women in executive and leadership positions. Sansivero explains the founding of WAVIT and its focus on tra...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 035 Glitchy Recording Alert… our apologies, the engineer has been sacked. In this episode, Ryan Gray discusses various topics related to the AV industry and business strategies. He starts by apologizing for not having a guest and explains the challenges of podcast scheduling. He then talks about AV in the AM, a Twitter discussion series, and shares his thoughts on the quest...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 034 In this episode, Ryan Gray interviews Robin Bryce, the special programs manager at Yavapai College. They discuss topics such as immersive learning, the realism of virtual reality, the goodness of people, and the importance of relationships in business processes. Robin shares her love for her pets and the role they play in her self-care routine. She also reveals her favo...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 033 The show is high energy and highly caffeinated this week as we welcome Robin Bryce, Special Programs Manager at Yavapai College. Robyn shares with us her work on immersive learning at YC including various applications of VR across disciplines, from art history to technical training, emphasizing its transformative impact on education and student engagement. We explore th...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 032 And we’re back! Episode 2 with guest Host Chris Dechter turning the tables on Ryan. Ryan pontificates at length about his experiences and insights in technology leadership, particularly in the field of AV and IT. He emphasizes the importance of team collaboration, strategic thinking, and user-focused solutions in technology deployment. His pompousness continues as he sh...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 031 Guest Host Chris Dechter turns the tables on Ryan in this first of a two part episode. The conversation is wide ranging but touches on the role of AV in Higher ED, the integration of AV and IT and concepts of management and leadership in higher ed AV/IT. You won’t want to miss the plethora of filler words and noises that Ryan makes when trying to answer questions… (eye...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 030 Hannah is back for an amazing follow up episode. Hear her amazing engagement story, hear about her unbelievable duolingo streak and hear about how she engages in conversation around her own ability. Hannah’s stories, perspectives and humor make this a fun conversation beginning to end. Connect with Hannah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahkindree/ kindryh@msu.edu Conne...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 029 The show is so pleased to be able to introduce Hannah Kindree! Hannah works as the lead accessibility assistant at Michigan State University, where she focuses on ensuring course materials, documents, and websites are accessible to everyone on campus. Hannah is a passionate and empathetic individual who deeply cares about fostering inclusivity and understanding among pe...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 028 The infamous Erin Maher-Moran returns! We get to delve into what makes this AV Superstar who she is. Hear about her delivering phonebooks, making creative costumes for her son, why she loved roller derby and why she has R-E-S-P-E-C-T for the OG! Oh and one more thing… where the best handle in the twitter game came from! Connect with Erin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eri...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 027 Today we’re joined by all star Erin Maher-Moran. We get to learn about her experience working on her Masters in Engineering Management from Johns Hopkins University. Get a glimpse into what those classes are like, how she’s putting her new knowledge to work and what she hopes to gain from the full degree. We also get to hear about why she chose to take on this challenge...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 025 Jimmie is back and is here to discuss topics ranging from the balance between introversion and extroversion, the value of working in food service, and the importance of managing one's work-life boundaries. He also highlights his passion for music, emphasizing the significance of both the artistic process and collaboration in music creation. Tune in for a conversation th...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 024 Today we welcome one of our good friends, Jimmie Singleton! Jimmie and Ryan dive into the evolving landscape of AV and IT integration in higher education. They discuss the essential role of customer service, emphasizing the importance of understanding customer needs and fostering genuine connections. We also chat about the Educause conference and how it differs from oth...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 026 Special Bonus Episode live from a road trip with ASU Barrett Honors College Freshmen Madison Gray! Want to hear the perspective on Higher Ed Tech from a new college student? Here's your chance. And… you don’t want to miss an episode recorded in 2 different states Arizona and New Mexico! Connect with Ryan: https://twitter.com/Ryan_A_Gray https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryana...

AV/IT Amplifier 023: The Smooth Factor with Alesia Hendley AV/IT Amplifier Episode 023 We’re back with more from Alesia Hendley, She discusses her transition from being an introvert to embracing her extroverted side, emphasizing the importance of growth and adaptability. She shares insights from her background in basketball and how it taught her leadership and teamwork, which she carries into her...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 022 Alesia Hendley, AKA The Smooth Factor, discusses her multifaceted role as the Southeast Business Development Manager for Sennheiser and her work across higher education and enterprise sectors. She shares her journey from starting in live sound and music to pivoting into the pro AV space. Alicia emphasizes the importance of embracing one's unique identity and using it to...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 021 We take a moment to celebrate and talk with some of the higher ed all stars who were honored in the Commercial Integrator 40 under 40 list this year. Tune in for a great chat with some amazing people and hear what the voices of the future of the AV industry sounds like! Connect with Kameesha: https://twitter.com/Kay1117 https://www.linkedin.com/in/kameesha-jones-b349033...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 020 Darryl Krall is brave enough to return for a second episode to talk about his experiences and insights in the AV industry. Darryl shares his background in the industry, which started with a passion for audio and visual production. He talks about his two daughters, both of whom have successful careers in Major League Baseball and broadcasting, and his strong connection t...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 019 In this episode we welcome Daryl Krall who shares about his over 25 years in the AV/IT industry. Daryl talks about his affinity for higher education and his role in Panasonic's efforts to provide comprehensive AV solutions for campuses. We discuss how technology in education has evolved over time, focusing on the changing needs of students and the importance of reliable...

AV/IT Amplifier Episode 018 A special weekend bonus episode for everyone! Take a listen to Jay and Richard talk about working with remote teams, the importance of building culture and why the human factor may be the most important part of evaluating technology. Plus… find out which one is a fisherman and which one a plumber… Connect with Jay: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seamanjay/ Jay. Seaman@neat...