Synopsis
Explore the evolving landscape of India’s Professional AudioVisual (Pro AV) sector at InfoComm India with our highlighted session, “Navigating New Horizons: Insights and Innovations Shaping India’s Pro AV Landscape.” This engaging session promises to peel back the layers of modern technology and market trends, forecasting the vibrant future of the industry. Attendees will be treated to an in-depth analysis by Dave Labuskes, CEO of AVIXA, through his keynote presentation, “Insights in Action: Leveraging IOTA for India’s Pro AV Market Mastery,” which taps into the rich vein of Industry Outlook and Trends Analysis (IOTA). Here, you’ll gain crucial insights into how global movements are sculpting the Indian Pro AV market, shedding light on the technological shifts and opportunities unique to India’s fast-evolving business environment.
The session further escalates with “Unfolding Horizons: A Deep Dive into the State of India’s Pro AV Industry,” an electrifying panel discussion among industry experts. Building on the foundation laid by the keynote, this dialogue will delve deeper into the intricacies of India’s Pro AV sphere, from the latest technological innovations to the strategic openings heralding significant change. This thought-provoking exchange aims to broaden attendees’ perspectives, offering a comprehensive overview of the challenges and prospects within the Pro AV industry in India, and setting the stage for future growth and innovation.
Key Highlights
- Insightful Keynote: Focused on leveraging IOTA for mastering India’s Pro AV market trends.
- Technological Innovations: Spotlight on disruptive technologies reshaping the sector.
- Market Opportunities: Deep dive into emerging market dynamics and growth opportunities.
- Expert Panel Discussion: Robust dialogues on navigating industry challenges and opportunities.
- Future Trends: Exploration of new avenues for strategic growth and innovation
10:30 AM – 10:35 AM
Opening Remarks
June Ko
InfoCommAsia Pte LtdA creative collaborator and event strategist, Ko has worked across multiple countries and industry sectors in the past 20 years in management roles. With global experience spanning North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, Ko joined InfoCommAsia in July 2023 to expand the international footprint of the expos in Asia Pacific. Based in Hong Kong, Ko is a Hong Kong born Canadian and Australian, and is a passionate leader dedicated to creating events to connect industries and people with meaningful memories.
Ko was recently Executive Director and Vice President, IAAPA Asia Pacific Operations. Ko joined IAAPA in 2014 with more than 20 years of experience promoting business interests in the Asia-Pacific region. She has expertise assisting Europe-and North America-based companies with successfully navigating cultural and business differences. Her background in product development and corporate services is an asset to IAAPA within the region.
Prior to joining IAAPA, Ko served as a director with Meridian Partners, a Hong Kong-based consulting company that assists clients engaged in corporate services and international trade, especially in China and Southeast Asia. Based in the Toronto office, she provided support and guidance to North American clients. Prior to Meridian Partners, Ko held various positions with ICS Trust, a financial services company based in Hong Kong; Ascalade Communications, a wireless communications firm with offices in Vancouver, Hong Kong, Mainland China; and Ngai Lik Electronics Trading Ltd., also based in Hong Kong and Mainland China.
Ko oversees the IAPL teams in Shanghai, China and Singapore, which hosts three international expos InfoCommChina, InfoCommIndia and InfoCommAsia in Beijing, Mumbai and Bangkok respectively.
She was named one of the Blooloop 50 in 2020, identifying her as one of the top 50 theme park influencers that year.
Ko earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Toronto with a major in East Asian Studies and Economics. She is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English.
Ko was recently Executive Director and Vice President, IAAPA Asia Pacific Operations. Ko joined IAAPA in 2014 with more than 20 years of experience promoting business interests in the Asia-Pacific region. She has expertise assisting Europe-and North America-based companies with successfully navigating cultural and business differences. Her background in product development and corporate services is an asset to IAAPA within the region.
Prior to joining IAAPA, Ko served as a director with Meridian Partners, a Hong Kong-based consulting company that assists clients engaged in corporate services and international trade, especially in China and Southeast Asia. Based in the Toronto office, she provided support and guidance to North American clients. Prior to Meridian Partners, Ko held various positions with ICS Trust, a financial services company based in Hong Kong; Ascalade Communications, a wireless communications firm with offices in Vancouver, Hong Kong, Mainland China; and Ngai Lik Electronics Trading Ltd., also based in Hong Kong and Mainland China.
Ko oversees the IAPL teams in Shanghai, China and Singapore, which hosts three international expos InfoCommChina, InfoCommIndia and InfoCommAsia in Beijing, Mumbai and Bangkok respectively.
She was named one of the Blooloop 50 in 2020, identifying her as one of the top 50 theme park influencers that year.
Ko earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Toronto with a major in East Asian Studies and Economics. She is fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English.
SESSIONS
Opening Remarks
Opening Session: Navigating New Horizons: Insights and Innovations Shaping India’s Pro AV Landscape
03 September 2024, Tuesday
10:30 AM- 10:35 AM
Room 104A-B, Level 2
10:35 AM – 10:55 AM
Insights in Action: Leveraging IOTA for India’s Pro AV Market Mastery
Dave Labuskes
AVIXA – the Global Audiovisual Integrated Experience Association, USADavid Labuskes, CTS, CAE, RCDD, has been the CEO of AVIXA, the trade association representing the commercial audiovisual industry, since January 2013. Since joining AVIXA, Labuskes has worked to promote industry professionalism, expand global programs and raise awareness of AVIXA offerings. He serves on the Board of Directors of Integrated Systems Events, LLC, a joint venture European trade show company, and InfoComm Asia PTE, Ltd., a joint venture company in Singapore operating AVIXA’s Asian trade shows. Prior to joining AVIXA, Labuskes served as vice president of RTKL, now a division of ARCADIS, a leading architectural and engineering firm. He is the founder of the company’s Technology Design Practice, overseeing the delivery of audiovisual, voice, data, wireless, environmental media, electronic security and acoustics services. Previously, Labuskes served as President and CEO of Premier Technology services, a software and systems design consulting firm, and was Executive Vice President of Accelerated Payment Systems, an electronic payments processing firm. He earned a BA in International Politics from Penn State University and earned an MBA from Loyola University of Maryland.
SESSIONS
Insights in Action: Leveraging IOTA for India’s Pro AV Market Mastery
Opening Session: Navigating New Horizons: Insights and Innovations Shaping India’s Pro AV Landscape
03 September 2024, Tuesday
10:35 AM – 10:55
Room 104A-B, Level 2
10:55 AM – 11:35 AM
[Panel Discussion] Unfolding Horizons: A Deep Dive into the State of India’s Pro AV Industry
