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Let's Talk Collaboration with Craig Durr

Let's Talk Collaboration with Craig Durr

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This webcast is a unique opportunity to explore the space between solution providers and end users. While we often hear from vendors and technology providers about why their solutions solve problems, it's equally crucial to hear from the channel partners, IT executives, and IT administrators who are at the heart of the conversation between users and the creators of these solutions.
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Crestron Innovations with Dan Feldstein and Brad Hintze: Exploring Video Conferencing and More

Crestron Innovations with Dan Feldstein and Brad Hintze: Exploring Video Conferencing and More

17 min 45 sec
Welcome to another episode of "Let's Talk about Collaboration" with Craig Durr, Chief Analyst and Founder of the Collab Collective.   In this enlightening interview, Craig sits down with Dan Feldstein, CEO and President of Crestron Electronics, and Brad Hintze, EVP of Marketing for Crestron Electronics. They dive into Crestron's long-standing history of innovation, its commitment to an open ecosystem, and the latest advancements in video conferencing and intelligent video solutions showcased at InfoComm 2024.     In this episode, you will learn about: 🔶Crestron's Legacy and Innovation: Hear from Dan Feldstein about his 30-year journey with Crestron, from a software engineer to CEO, and how his engineering background influences the company's innovative spirit. 🔶Cutting-Edge Video Conferencing Solutions: Discover Crestron's latest advancements in video conferencing technology, including the new features of Automate VX and intelligent video solutions. 🔶Open Ecosystem and Customer-Centric Approach: Learn about Crestron's commitment to an open ecosystem, enabling seamless integration with various UC platforms and their focus on putting customers' needs first. 🔶Sustainability and Social Responsibility: Explore Crestron's initiatives around sustainability and social responsibility and how they engineer products with a longer lifespan to reduce environmental impact. Whether you're an IT manager, a business leader, or a tech enthusiast, this episode is packed with valuable insights on how Crestron is driving the future of workplace technology. Don't miss out on learning how these innovations can benefit your organization!
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Let's Talk Collaboration with Aaron Roe from Deloitte

Let's Talk Collaboration with Aaron Roe from Deloitte

28 min 38 sec
Aaron Roe, Managing Director of Product and Solutions at Deloitte, is known for his problem-solving skills and ability to find innovative solutions. He has been involved in projects such as the development of Deloitte University and the integration of presence and space in smart buildings. Aaron's role is to bridge the gap between end users and technology companies, focusing on customer experience and solving friction points. He has a deep understanding of collaboration technology and has been instrumental in implementing advanced solutions at Deloitte. Aaron's approach is to think forward and challenge suppliers to create better experiences for clients.
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Jabra and Microsoft Teams Integration: Insights from Josh Blalock and Danny Hayasaka

Jabra and Microsoft Teams Integration: Insights from Josh Blalock and Danny Hayasaka

16 min 8 sec
Summary Welcome to another episode of "Direct from Infocomm Expo" with Craig Durr, Chief Analyst and Founder of the Collab Collective. In this insightful interview, Craig sits down with Josh Blalock, Chief Video Evangelist from ‪Jabra‬, and Danny Hayasaka, Senior Director of Marketing and Emerging Technologies from CallOne, Inc‬. They discuss the integration of the Jabra ecosystem with the Microsoft Teams platform and the latest AI-driven solutions revolutionizing how we collaborate in hybrid and distributed work environments. In this episode, you will learn about: 🔶 Jabra and Microsoft Collaboration: Discover how Jabra has worked closely with Microsoft to develop cutting-edge AI solutions like Copilot and the Panacast 50, which enhance meeting experiences with superior audio and video capabilities. 🔶User-Friendly Technology: Understand the importance of seamless technology that requires no technical expertise, making it easier for users to collaborate effectively in the post-pandemic distributed work environment. 🔶Security and Management: Learn about the critical role of security in Jabra's solutions, including Microsoft's upcoming MDEP operating system, designed to provide enhanced security and management capabilities. 🔶Flexibility and Choice: Explore how Jabra offers a range of devices to meet diverse customer needs and supports partners with comprehensive tools and resources to ensure optimal performance and satisfaction.
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Let's Talk Collaboration - with Danny Hayasaka from CallOne

Let's Talk Collaboration - with Danny Hayasaka from CallOne

29 min 59 sec
Danny Hayasaka, Senior Director of Marketing and Merchant Technologies for Call One, discusses collaboration and the importance of a complete collaboration ecosystem. He emphasizes the need for vendors to provide a complete story and not just focus on selling individual devices. Danny also highlights the knowledge gap that exists among end users and the importance of educating them on the available technology. He encourages end users to reach out to experts in the field for guidance and emphasizes the need for better adoption of technology. The conversation also touches on Danny's background, his experience in the US Army, and his role at Call One.
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