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David Maldow is the Founder & CEO of Let's Do Video and has been covering the visual collaboration industry, and related technologies, for over 15 years. His background includes 5 years at Wainhouse Research, where he managed the Video Test Lab and evaluated many of the leading solutions at the time. David has authored hundreds of articles and thought pieces both at Telepresence Options, where he was managing partner for several years, as well as at Let's Do Video. David often speaks at industry events and webinars as well as hosting the LDV YouTube Live Stream.

Catherine Koutsaris is the Product Marketing Manager at Matrox Video, where she drives the positioning and promotion of standards-based, cutting-edge AV and broadcast AV-over-IP solutions. With a background in engineering and expertise in IP-based control room workflows, Catherine helps organizations modernize their AV systems without compromising flexibility, security, or interoperability. She actively champions open standards like IPMX and ST 2110 as pathways to scalable, future-proof deployments. Known for making complex technologies approachable, Catherine brings a practical, real-world perspective to IP migration—grounded in industry insight and informed by close collaboration with end users and integrators.

Jesse Miller has been building professional video systems since 2003. As CEO of Midtown Video, he designs and integrates multicamera production and live streaming systems for conferencing, retail experiences, sports broadcasting, and large venue sound. From 2009 to 2014, he produced and hosted a live internet TV show that showcased emerging technologies for professional streaming studios. Jesse holds degrees in Computer Science and Philosophy from the University of Michigan and an MBA from Florida International University, and is licensed by the State of Florida as a Certified Low Voltage Contractor. When he isn’t helping clients deliver broadcast-quality experiences, Jesse can be found playing ultimate frisbee, coaching t-ball, or flying small airplanes.

Elias Puurunen is an early innovator in digital event experiences and the founder of Tractus Events. As both a programmer and producer, he leverages AV-over-IP and NDI technology to deliver broadcast-quality conferences, trade shows, and workshops on any budget. Elias personally develops much of the software his team uses—ensuring every aspect of production is tightly controlled.

His high standards for quality have led to award-winning events, including a collaboration with the University of Waterloo’s WatSPEED that garnered over 14,000 views and earned a CASE Circle of Excellence award. He is also the author of Memorable, Profitable, Virtual: How to Run Virtual Conferences, Conventions, and Trade Shows That Create Meaning, Value, and Lasting Connections, a book that challenges the status quo of low-value virtual events. Elias and Tractus Events continue to redefine what’s possible in modern event production by merging cutting-edge tech with a passion for storytelling.

Kevin Ring is the National Director of Technology at Evolve Technology and an instructor at California Institute of the Arts (CalArts).

His career goal is to introduce and educate the public on new and emerging technologies and workflows related to video engineering, including the technology for AVoIP, image processing, media servers, LED and more.

Kevin is a certified instructor for Barco, disguise, Pixelhue, Christie, AV Stumpfl, Panasonic, BlackTrax, and many more.