Direct from the Expo with Craig Durr
Direct from the Expo is your front-row seat to the latest innovations shaping the future of workspaces, workplace collaboration, and communication. Hosted by Craig Durr, Chief Analyst and Founder of The Collab Collective, this podcast brings you exclusive conversations with industry leaders—VPs, SVPs, CTOs, and other key decision-makers—right from the expo floor.
Each episode dives into the cutting-edge products, solutions, and strategies that will transform how businesses connect, collaborate, and operate. Whether it’s advancements in AI-driven workplace technology, AV & IT integration, or smart office solutions, this is where you’ll hear firsthand insights from the companies leading the charge.
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The Future of Workspaces: Exploring How AI is Shaping Zoom Spaces with Jeff Smith
In this episode of Direct from the Expo with Craig Durr, I sit down with Jeff Smith, Zoom's head of product for meetings, spaces, and workplace AI, to explore the transformative impact of AI on workspaces. We delve into the evolution of AI in Zoom, focusing on meeting equity and the innovative features like smart name tags and intelligent director that enhance user experience. Jeff shares insights on how generative and agentic AI are revolutionizing workplace efficiency, from AI companions taking notes to optimizing office space utilization. We also discuss the benefits for IT and facilities managers, who can leverage AI for proactive insights and improved space design. For those interested in how Zoom's AI can enhance your workplace, visit zoom.com/rooms. Join us for a fascinating discussion on the future of workspaces and AI.Direct from the InfoComm Expo with Q-SYS
Join me, Craig Durr, on a special edition of Direct from the Expo, as I dive into the latest from InfoComm 2025 with Q-SYS. I'm catching up with Jason Moss, SVP of Marketing Ecosystem, and Christopher James, CTO of Q-SYS, to explore their groundbreaking vision for the AV market. Discover how Q-SYS is redefining the industry with their full-stack AV platform, which integrates data from the edge to the cloud, offering new insights and outcomes. We'll discuss the exciting new product releases from their recent Activate event, including the Core 24F and Vision Suite Accelerator, and the innovative Horizon Suite. Whether you're at the Expo or tuning in from afar, this episode is packed with insights into how Q-SYS is transforming AV experiences. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation!Direct from the InfoComm Expo with Nureva
On this episode of Direct from the Expo, Craig Durr talks with James Rempel, VP of Products at Nureva Inc. They dive into the persistent audio challenges in large spaces and how Nureva’s innovations, including the Microphone Mist technology and the new HDX series, are designed to solve them. From IT-friendly deployments to assistive listening with Auracast, this conversation showcases cutting-edge developments in audio conferencing solutions showcased at InfoComm 2025.Direct from the InfoComm Expo with Shure
On this episode of Direct from the Expo, Craig Durr speaks with Sean Bowman, associate vice president of North America sales at Shure. Recorded live at InfoComm 2025, they explore why audio quality is fundamental to the future of collaboration and how Shure is advancing AI-powered collaboration through intelligent audio solutions, scalable room kits, and a complete ecosystem designed to meet the evolving needs of IT teams and AV professionals.