By Nikki Ault, VP of Client Services for Coffman Media

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WAVIT Names Alexandra Garip of AVI-SPL as Inaugural Recipient of the Mary Cook Empowerment Scholarship
Honoring a Trailblazer’s Legacy, WAVIT and Industry Partners Support Women in AV/IT

New Board of Directors expands the organization’s mission to drive inclusion, mentorship, and meaningful industry impact.
  

Reaching Out, Reaching In: Championing DEI in the AV Industry

By Brandy Alvarado-Miranda, CEO of BAM! Marketing & PR Agency 

WAVIT's Annual Softball Showdown Returns for a Second Inning of Fun-draising
Second Annual WAVIT Softball Tournament set for May 17^th.

Want to be an AV Mentor? Here’s What to Know About WAVIT's Mentorship Program

We're celebrating voices during Black History Month. Here we're featuring Kameesha Jones, AV Project Manager for Florida International University. 

Q&A with Brittni Woodland -- Celebrating Black History Month with WAVIT

Can you share a bit about your background and how your personal experiences have shaped who you are today?
○ I grew up a military child traveling worldwide, so diversity has always been a key fabric of my human experience. While I have not always been welcomed into every space or place I have encountered, I understand the importance of honoring and celebrating differences. I believe exposure to varying cultures and ways of life from an early age has been a guidepost for the unique experiences and paths I’ve walked, including finding myself in what I consider a niche yet expansive industry, like audio-visual technology.

● Were there any mentors or role models along the way who influenced your journey?
○ While she is not a mentor, Alesia Hendley (Sennheiser) is incredibly inspiring. In my opinion, she’s a high-energy creator and professional, and she continues to carve out a path for herself in this industry by putting in the work and innovating unique and influential forms of communication and connection, among various other talents and skills she possesses.

Join WAVIT as we celebrate Black History Month by amplifying the voices of Black professionals in the audio-visual and IT industries. We're honoring history, empowering the present, and inspiring the future. #BlackVoicesInAVIT 

Celebrating Global Diversity Every Month: How Women in Pro AV Lead the Way

Author: Althea Ricketts

Breaking Barriers: Empowering Women to Lead in AV/IT by Focusing on Opportunities, Not Obstacles

By Brandy Alvarado-Miranda, CEO/Owner BAM! Marketing & PR Agency & WAVIT Founder

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: WAVIT's Guide to Care and Support 

By Rachael Hinds, Senior Marketing Manager, Peerless-AV^® 

The Importance of Attendance: Navigating Respectful Behavior in Virtual Meetings

By Tammy Fuqua, Developer Partner Manager for QSC

New Mentorship Program by WAVIT Aims to Empower Women in AV/IT Careers 

New Mentorship Program by WAVIT Aims to Empower Women in AV/IT Careers 

Announcing WAVIT Podcast: Conversations, Insights, and Inspiration
An Empowerment Platform on Air for Women's Voices in AV and IT 

Wave Maker Member Spotlight – Jeanna Garrett 

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