062: Get Carried Away with Carrie Garcia

In this conversation recorded live at InfoComm 2024, Ryan Gray interviews Carrie Garcia, a representative from YCD Multimedia, about the role of digital signage in higher education. They discuss the importance of digital signage in creating a safe and engaging campus environment for students. Carrie also talks about her involvement in the AV industry, including her work with the AVIXA Women's Council and her passion for empowering Latinas in the industry. They also touch on the representation of women in the AV industry and the positive experiences of women at trade shows like InfoComm. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of community, support, and personal branding in the AV industry.TakeawaysDigital signage plays a crucial role in creating a safe and engaging campus environment for students in higher education.The AV industry is a supportive community that encourages and empowers women.Trade shows like InfoComm provide opportunities for networking, learning, and support for women in the AV industry.Personal branding is important in the AV industry, and it's essential to stay true to oneself and amplify one's strengths and passions.Representation and support for underrepresented groups, such as Latinas in AV, are important for fostering diversity and inclusivity in the industry.Connect with Carrie:https://x.com/AV_chichttps://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-garcia-6b900963/[email protected] with Ryan:https://twitter.com/Ryan_A_Grayhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanagray/ [email protected] the Show:https://twitter.com/AVITAmplifierhttps://higheredav.com/Voiceovers by Chris Dechter: https://twitter.com/cdechterhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cdechter/Please rate and review the show wherever you get your podcasts, feedback is very welcome and we look forward to hearing from you!