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Noelle Russell, Founder of the AI Leadership Institute, Will Keynote the AVIXA Women’s Breakfast at InfoComm 2025
FAIRFAX, VA – May 15, 2025 – Noelle Russell, Founder and Chief AI Officer of the AI Leadership Institute, will deliver the keynote at the AVIXA Women’s Breakfast at InfoComm 2025 “Navigating Challenges, Embracing Triumphs: Empowering Women in Leadership” on Thurs., June 12 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
Recognized as a trailblazer for women in tech, Noelle Russell will lead an empowering talk, sharing captivating stories of resilience and success for women in leadership. She will examine the unique challenges that women face in their professional journeys and share the keys to overcoming obstacles with grace and determination. This engaging session is applicable to anyone seeking to overcome adversity and biases, navigate complex organizational dynamics, harness their authentic voice, and reach their full potential.
“The AVIXA Women’s Council Breakfast is one of the most popular events each year at InfoComm. It brings together AV professionals with the common goal of supporting each other in their career paths,” said Jenn Heinold, Senior Vice President, Expositions, Americas, AVIXA, producer of InfoComm. “This year’s keynote speaker Noelle Russell exemplifies that theme and will share how to thrive in your career even when faced with obstacles.”
The AVIXA Women’s Breakfast is sponsored by Diversified and supporting sponsors AVI-SPL, FORTÉ, and Q-SYS.
The InfoComm education program will present additional programming focused on creating inclusive and accessible environments for everyone – through pro AV technology, career support, and more.
On Fri., June 13 at the Technology Innovation Stage (Booth 2461), the AVIXA Diversity Council will present the session “Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces: Advancing Sensory Processing and Cognitive Well-Being.” Kay Sargent, Director of Thought Leadership, Interiors, HOK and Jenn Steinhardt, Design Engineer at AVI-SPL and AVIXA Diversity Council Chair will discuss the impact of spatial zoning, sensory zones, and the artful application of patterns, textures, colors, and lighting and how these elements can transform ordinary workplaces into supportive and empowering havens.
At AVIXA Xchange LIVE (Booth 4761) on Wed., June 11, Erica Carroll of Pro AV Courses, George Chacko of Pace University, and Brittany Greer from Rosie Riveters, will unite for the panel discussion "Building the Blueprint: Engineering the Path from STEM Kits to Careers." They’ll share how they’re crafting a diverse pipeline of talent through hands-on classroom moments to higher education pathways.
In addition, InfoComm 2025 will offer language-accessible experience through KUDO’s AI Speech Translation. Content from every session will be available in multiple languages. Attendees simply scan the QR code, which opens a browser window where they can select both an audio and captions language, depending on whether they wish to follow the translated speech or simply read the subtitles directly from their screen.
InfoComm 2025 takes place June 7-13 (exhibits June 11-13) at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. To learn more and register, visit www.infocommshow.org.
InfoComm 2025 is sponsored by Headline Partner Shure Incorporated.
For ongoing conversations and news about InfoComm 2025, visit the InfoComm room on AVIXA Xchange, a unique community for the AV industry that connects thought leaders, industry-leading solution providers, and innovative manufacturers with AV solution seekers.
About InfoComm
InfoComm is the largest technology exhibition and conference in North America focused on the pro AV industry. The exhibition is produced by the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA) and currently ranks as the 35th largest trade show in the United States by Trade Show Executive. In addition, AVIXA and its partners produce a global portfolio of trade shows and conferences, including InfoComm América Latina; InfoComm China; InfoComm India; InfoComm Asia; Integrate (Australia); and Integrated Systems Europe.
About AVIXA
AVIXA is the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, producer of InfoComm trade shows around the world, co-owner of Integrated Systems Europe, and the international trade association representing the audiovisual industry. Established in 1939, AVIXA has more than 3,000 enterprise members representing over 20,000 AV professionals, including manufacturers, systems integrators, dealers and distributors, consultants, programmers, live events companies, technology managers, content producers, and multimedia professionals from more than 80 countries. AVIXA members create integrated AV experiences that deliver outcomes for end users. AVIXA is a hub for professional collaboration, information, and community, and is the leading resource for AV standards, certification, training, market intelligence, and thought leadership. Visit www.avixa.org.