AVIXA has announced the 2019 recipients of its annual awards.

Each year, AVIXA recognises outstanding AV professionals for their contributions, leadership, and commitment to excellence. Members of the industry nominate individuals for the Adele De Berri Pioneers of AV, Mackey Barron Distinguished Achievement, Fred Dixon Service in Education, CTS Holder of the Year, Educator of the Year, Women in AV, and Young AV Professionals awards. The Harald Thiel Volunteer of the Year Award is bestowed by AVIXA staff.

“Congratulations to all this year’s winners,” said David Labuskes, CTS, CEO, AVIXA. “This industry continues to be lifted and enriched by the many creative, innovative, committed professionals who devote their time and expertise. AVIXA is especially fortunate to benefit from so many of their contributions.”

THE 2019 AVIXA AWARD WINNERS INCLUDE

Adele De Berri Pioneers of AV Award

Tom Danley Co-Founder and Designer, Danley Sound Labs

Mackey Barron Distinguished Achievement Award

Steve Somers, Extron

Fred Dixon Service in Education Award

Gordon Moore, President Lectrosonics

Harald Thiel Volunteer of the Year Award

Jose Carselle, CTS-D

CTS Holder of the Year Award

Rob Ziv, CTS-D, CTS-I

Educator of the Year Award

Jeremy Elsesser, President, Level 3 Audiovisual

Women in AV Award

Laurie Englert Vice President of Customer Experience, Legrand

Lisa Thorburn CTS, LEED-AP President, Thorburn Associates

Young AV Professionals Award

Ben Boeshans CTS-D

Honorees will be recognised in a ceremony on InfoComm 2019’s Center Stage at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.