June Ko Joins InfoCommAsia Pte Ltd. as New Executive Director Singapore – June 6, 2023 – AVIXA, the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, and Pico Group, the co-owners of InfoCommAsia Pte Ltd. (IAPL), are pleased to announce that June Ko will become the new Executive Director of IAPL, taking over from Richard Tan, who will […]
Synopsis
Step into the future of the Pro-AV industry at InfoComm Asia in Bangkok, where unmatched insights meet transformative strategies in a defining this session. This essential briefing, led by AVIXA CEO Dave Labuskes, promises a deep dive into the core technologies and trends poised to redefine Asia’s Pro-AV landscape over the next 3-5 years. From the disruptive power of AR/VR and AI to the paramount shift towards sustainability and evolving consumer demands, prepare to explore the dynamics set to drive market growth and shape the industry’s future.
This session is more than just a presentation; it’s an interactive journey. Following the insightful keynote, immerse yourself in a vibrant panel discussion with leading lights of the industry. Together, we will unpack the real-world implications of these emerging trends, offering a rare blend of visionary foresight and pragmatic strategies. Whether you are seeking to pivot, innovate, or expand in the Pro-AV realm, this session is your essential roadmap. Don’t miss this opportunity to position yourself and your business at the forefront of the Pro-AV revolution in Asia.
Key Highlights
- Technological advancements
- Market Growth Dynamics
- Shift Towards Sustainability
- Adapting to Changing Customer Behaviors
- Real-World Applications and Challenges
- Future-Oriented Solutions and Strategies
10:00 AM – 10:05 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
17 July 2024, Wednesday
10:00 AM – 10:05 AM
Room 110A + B, Level 1
10:05 AM – 10:30 AM
Navigating The Future: Strategic Insights into the Pro-AV Market Asia in the Next 3-5 Years
Dave Labuskes
AVIXA – the Global Audiovisual Integrated Experience AssociationDavid 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
Navigating The Future: Strategic Insights into the Pro-AV Market Asia in the Next 3-5 Years
Opening Session
17 July 2024, Wednesday
10:05 AM – 10:30 AM
Room 110A + B, Level 1
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Panel Discussion
State of the Pro AV Industry
- Technological Advancements and Impact
- Adapting to Changing Customer Behaviors
- Challenges and Solutions in the Industry
- Looking Ahead: Strategies for Future Growth
