Headline Sponsor & Sponsors of the Integrator of the Year (more than 200 employees).

Hikvision is a world-leading IoT solution provider with video as its core competency. With 72 subsidiaries and branch offices globally, Hikvision manufactures a full suite of comprehensive products and solutions for a broad range of vertical markets, featuring an extensive and highly skilled R&D workforce.

Covering the full range from LED, LCD, IFPD and Digital Signage, its UK branch operates with its own local warehouses and RMA Centre to ensure highest possible level of localised service and support to AV Resellers and end-users, which aims to satisfy diverse needs in any commercial scenario and vertical such as Education, Retail and Corporate.

Sponsor of AV Professional of the Year

Established in 2001 in Shenzhen, Absen is a world leading manufacturer of high quality LED solutions and the largest LED exporter in China. Combining traditional values with a global approach and state of the art LED display and screen technology, Absen is represented in over 120 countries and has been involved in over 30,000 projects worldwide. Absen opened its European HQ near Frankfurt in 2013.

Sponsor of Retail Project of the Year

AOTO was established in 1993 and listed in 2011, as the first listed LED display company in China, AOTO is proud to be an industry pioneer over the past two decades of development. Our products have been used across the globe, we have grown to include 17 member companies spread across America, Europe, and Asia.
We specialize in the R&D, manufacturing, and professional services of LED products, which cover XR studios, transportation, conference rooms, digital media, sports, events, control rooms, and various other applications. We also have banking technology products for the finance system.
We create more excitement for the world, provide more convenience for information dissemination and bring value to customers

Sponsor of Audio Technology of the Year

Audiologic has led the market in recent years providing innovative audiovisual services to enhance the visitor experience in public spaces and large venues. Founded in 2004, the Company is a highly respected UK-based solutions provider for world-leading manufacturers of audio equipment known for their high standards of performance, flexibility and reliability. Audiologic pays close attention to all innovations and developments within the industry in order to maintain its comprehensive knowledge base for superior technical support throughout - with the very highest standards of customer service an absolute priority.

Sponsor of AV Freelancer of the Year
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.

Sponsor of Support Technology of the Year

Display manufacturer BenQ specialises in Interactive Displays, Projection including wireless connectivity, digital signage and professional monitors. BenQ cloud services supports the complete product offering for remote device management.

The hardware is supported by proprietary software including EZ Write Live, a web-based interactive whiteboard solution and X-Sign for digital signage applications, as well as partnerships with leading software providers to create complete, secure meeting room solutions with full interoperability.

BenQ has recently been awarded the number one DLP projector brand worldwide for 12 consecutive years, and in the education market for 14 years.

Sponsor of Control & Management Technology of the Year

Colorlight is a professional video solution provider with global impact.

Headquartered in Shenzhen, China, Colorlight has dozens of branches worldwide, with one in Europe and one in the United States.
We offer video and image related devices, software and algorithms, which are widely applied in live events, film & TV, exhibitions, meeting rooms, conferences, digital signage, and so on.

Our products include LED controllers, video processors, LED screen calibration solutions, media servers, and cloud-based management services. For users around the world, Colorlight is aimed at delivering top-notch audio and video products, comprehensive solutions, and perfect visual experience.

Dynamo LED Displays are a global innovator in LED technology, recognized for creating visual experiences such as the world’s first digital screens on hot air balloons, immersive installations at Dubai International Airport, and the UK’s first LED shopfront. A standout in their lineup is the DRE series, featuring a 496mm x 496mm cabinet and the industry’s lowest pixel pitch at P1.2mm. This exceptionally durable and versatile solution is designed for both walls and floors, as well as XR studios, effectively pushing the boundaries of high-contrast, cutting-edge visual technology, and redefining how we experience dynamic visual content.

Sponsor of Education Project of the Year

The EAV Group is a leading value-added distributor of professional AV solutions throughout a growing territory across Europe and delivers best-in-class simulation & virtual reality solutions worldwide.

Core competencies sit alongside the distribution of world-leading brands: consultative sales and service competence; training academies; marketing expertise and excellent relationship management with manufacturers, integrators, rental companies and dealers

The Group vision is centred around trust, which must be earned over many years through repeated partnership with clients in delivering industry leading services to ensure effective deployment of solutions in the field.

We commit to provide these services and be your trusted partner.

Sponsor of Event Technology of the Year

As the global leader for event technology and production services, Encore’s team of creators, innovators and experts transform events into immersive, collaborative experiences. The Encore team deliver real results through strategy and creative, technology, digital and staging solutions for events of any size, at any venue, anywhere in the world

Entertainment Technology Project of the Year
Epson work with customers across the world to create total solutions that cover all aspects of a business, from planning and design to implementation, maintenance and ongoing support. They are constantly developing new ways to help meet environmental standards, their research and development allows them to deliver innovative, precision technologies featuring multiple energy-saving features. That means you don't have to choose between a better planet and bottom-line benefits for your business.

Funktion-One loudspeaker systems are engineered for sonic excellence. The company designs and manufactures loudspeakers that naturally perform to the highest level, avoiding the use of corrective EQ for maximum resolution, realism and clarity. Funktion-One loudspeakers are very efficient, requiring significantly less electricity for the same amount of level compared to conventional loudspeakers. The result is reduced environmental impact and involving listening experiences that connect with audiences on a deeper level. Funktion-One’s global network of trusted partners deliver high quality audio solutions in concert touring, festivals, events, nightclubs, bars, restaurants, retail, stadia and public address applications.

Sponsor of Sustainability Intiative of the Year

Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) is the world’s leading professional AV and systems integration show. The annual event provides a unique showcase of technologies and solutions for commercial and residential applications. The extensive show floor is complemented by a five-day professional development programme curated by the show’s co-owners, AVIXA and CEDIA. ISE also showcases a range of conferences, keynotes and events that take place before and during the show. ISE 2023 will take place from 31 January to 3 February 2023 at the Fira de Barcelona, Gran Via complex. The event is a joint venture of AVIXA, the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association and CEDIA, the global trade association for companies that design, manufacture, and integrate technology for the home.

The iuf group is a London based group, made up of several tech focused brands that are dedicated to providing industry leading AV technology on a global scale. The brands in the group offer a mix of innovative tech including AV and interactive solutions, IoT solutions and LED and LCD displays. The iuf group invests equity in forward thinking brands, with a particular focus on high-growth and scalable start-ups across a mix of sectors.

Sponsor of Collaboration Technology of the Year

Kinly is the globally trusted AV & UCC partner to world-class organisations. Our solutions drive maximum collaboration, engagement and productivity to enable a world where people can work together, from everywhere. Kinly’s people are unified by a passion for helping businesses achieve their workplace communication and collaboration goals, irrespective of complexity. We plan, design, integrate, manage and support sophisticated AV and UCC solutions for clients, to deliver exceptional meeting and working experiences, every time.

Sponsor of Manufacturer of the Year

Leyard Europe is the European branch of Leyard Optoelectronics, the global market leader for LED video displays, narrow pixel pitch LED and the indoor LED video wall market (Futuresource 2022).
Visualization technology from Leyard includes best-in-class LED products for indoor and outdoor applications, professional LCD products from Planar, as well as DLP cubes, video wall controllers and software from eyevis.

With our production facilities in Presov (Slovakia) and service locations all over Europe, we are able to offer customers in our region a broad selection of display solutions "Made in Europe" for applications ranging from digital signage and broadcast to events and large-scale visualization in control rooms.

Sponsor of Integrator of the Year Award (less than 200 employees)

Lightware Visual Engineering is a high fidelity signal management specialist in design, manufacture and delivery of a comprehensive portfolio of matrix switchers, extenders and AV-over-IP systems. Lightware’s devices are powering a wide range of AV projects from large-scale live events to collaboration spaces to mission-critical operations across four continents and the company proudly serves the global AV community for nearly 25 years.

For more information about Lightware Visual Engineering, please visit https://lightware.com/

Sponsor of DE&I Intiative of the Year

Logitech Video Collaboration’s goal is to make video meetings accessible and affordable to every business and every individual, without sacrificing quality. We want to video-enable every meeting room, every workspace, and every home, empowering workplace collaboration from anywhere, whilst ensuring productivity and continuity.

Sponsor of Digital Signage Technology of the Year

Midwich is an award-winning specialist AV distributor to the trade market, with operations in the UK and Ireland, EMEA, Asia Pacific and North America. The Group’s long-standing relationships with more than 600 vendors, support a comprehensive product portfolio across major audio-visual categories such as large format displays, projectors, digital signage, unified communications, broadcast, security, and professional audio.

With technical expertise, extensive product knowledge, and a strong customer service offering that has been built up over several years, Midwich is passionate about distributing technological solutions and adding value with its specialist services.

For more information about Midwich, please visit: https://www.midwich.com/

Since 1996, NETGEAR® (NASDAQ: NTGR) has been the innovative leader in connecting the world to the Internet with advanced networking technologies for homes, businesses, and service providers worldwide.

NETGEAR for Business is dedicated to providing a range of connected solutions from easy-to-use, high-performance Pro WiFi Access Points and mobile wireless, cloud-based subscription services for enhanced control and security to innovative networking products and video over Ethernet for Pro AV applications.

NETGEAR AV is committed to delivering the best-in-class connected network solutions for the Commercial, Residential, and Broadcast markets. NETGEAR’s Pro AV switches simplify AV over IP.

Sponsor of the 'Rising Star of the Year’ Category
If you are looking for a reliable and reputable partner in the technology distribution landscape, look no further. With a rich history spanning over four decades, Northamber has established itself as a leading distributor in the UK, renowned for its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

From AV, document management, UC&C to software solutions, networking equipment, and Cyber Security, Northamber offers a comprehensive range of products tailored to meet the diverse needs of resellers and their clients.
The Northamber group also includes specialist technology distributors such as AVM Ltd, Tempura Communications and Renaissance Contingency Services, covering the UK & Europe.

Sponsor of Venue Project of the Year

NovaStar Technology was founded in 2008 and is a global leading LED display solution provider. Our three main product lines consist of control systems, video processing equipment, and cloud-based service, and we also have industry-leading calibration technology.We serve over 10,000 clients around the world, with 6 subsidiary company offices.

Sponsor of Distributor of the Year

For almost 100 years Shure has been making people sound extraordinary, excelling with innovative solutions for professional audio environments: from the world’s biggest stages to conference rooms, boardrooms, and educational institutions. For conferencing, its cutting-edge products ensure superior audio clarity, confidentiality, ease of use, straightforward installation and seamless integration with leading AV and video conferencing platforms. Shure’s focus on reliability, advanced technology and enhanced security has made it a trusted partner for IT and AV professionals, driving high-quality, efficient communication and collaboration for business, corporate and educational organizations.

Shure recognizes the importance of a successful channel not only as a business strategy but as a catalyst to enable the best possible experience for end-customers. Our ability to provide exceptional audio performance whether in the classroom, boardroom, or training room is only possible with these valuable channel partnerships, underscoring Shure’s pivotal role in bringing the best audio to the IT and AV landscape.

Sponsor of the Hospitality Project of the Year

With twenty locations worldwide, Solotech is a global leader in audiovisual and entertainment technology. Since it was formed in 1977, Solotech has built a reputation for bringing clients' projects to vivid life. Our mission is to exceed expectations and deliver the spectacular.

No matter what your AV requirements; whether a global touring superstar or a bedroom enthusiast; a sports stadium or regional theatre; a house of worship or multinational business - we are here for you every step of the way.”

Sponsor of Public sector Project of the Year

Established in 2004, Unilumin Group Co., Ltd. is a world-class provider of high-quality LED display and lighting products and solutions.

Unilumin has the world's largest smart manufacturing base covering 400,000sqm, also maintaining the world's No.1 supplier of LED displays for over 8 consecutive years.
With over 20 global offices, Unilumin provides cutting-edge LED innovations and localized services to its customers all around the world.

Unilumin’s LED displays and lighting solutions have been applied in over 160 countries by leading companies and organizations such as FIBA and Manchester City Football Club, offering clients with premium visual experience in broadcast, commercial, retail, entertainment, sports, lighting, and many other industries.

Sponsor of Channel Team of the Year

Yealink offers a full portfolio audio and video devices solution for Microsoft Teams and Zoom that allows different professionals to work the way they love in meeting rooms, in the office, and on the go, as well as working remotely.

The bespoke experience helps the joint customers realize the vision of Intelligent Communication backed by a top tier one-stop UC endpoint solution provider.

AMX has been leading innovation in automation and video distribution for more than 40 years. AMX takes the complexity out of managing technology by providing reliable, consistent and scalable systems comprising control and automation, switching and signal distribution. AMX leads the way with the most innovative and comprehensive networked AV portfolio with SVSI solutions, the most secure, pixel-perfect video distribution with Varia touch panels, MUSE Automation, Enova matrix switchers, and defined the automation market with the NetLinx control platform. Secure. Robust. Mission-critical. This is why iconic institutions like United Nations, NATO, and The White House rely on AMX to be productive and effective.

B-Tech AV Mounts is an industry leading brand of professional AV mounting solutions which are recognised worldwide for their reliability, robustness, ease of install and design aesthetics. Offering a vast range of mounting solutions that cover all AV requirements from small, single screens to large format displays, projectors, speakers, interactive touchscreens and UC equipment, as well as large, multi-screen video walls and digital signage. Our products are supported by large UK stock holding, full technical drawings online and a full-time technical support team with fast response times. Please contact https://www.btechavmounts.com/ - UK@btechavmounts.com for more information.

Big Purple Group is a family run business founded in 2013 and based in the Northeast of England. Housing four companies; Big Purple Productions, specialists in audio-visual and production management, Big Purple Capture, experts in video production, editing and photography for both live, hybrid or virtual events, Big Purple Events, offering bespoke props and room dressing and Big Mic Ball, a patented throw-able microphone ball used by world renowned broadcasters for major events.

The Big Purple Group are proud to work with some of the largest brand across the UK, providing the latest in technology and a team of experts.

. d&b audiotechnik provides professional audio technology and solutions to accurately transfer passions through high-end quality speech and music reproduction. d&b audiotechnik is internationally regarded as a leading company for sound reinforcement systems in installed and mobile applications, with a reputation for quality of construction, standard of service, system integration principles, and pioneering technological development.

Founded in Germany in 1981, d&b audiotechnik headquarters are located in Backnang, near Stuttgart, where research, development and production take place. With sales offices in major cities around the world, the d&b audiotechnik team numbers more than 600 co-workers. www.dbaudio.com.

Exertis AV are a global distributor of UC & C and AV solutions that offer a unique combination of specialism, scale and agility to the AV, IT and B2B channels. Boasting an industry leading vendor offering, knowledgeable AV experts, dedicated pre-sales and marketing functions and exclusive credit facilities, Exertis AV pride themselves on providing partners with the tools needed to help grow their business.
Exertis AV are proud to lead the way on initiatives to drive DE&I and sustainability having held events around Pride and Black History Month while installing over 2,700 solar panels at their NDC to drive self-sustainability.

Play back the past 75 years of music and motion-picture recording, and one name stands alone: JBL. JBL Professional products support the world’s most legendary venues, from recording studios and concert halls to premier cinemas, houses of worship, conference centres and educational facilities—from the iconic 7 Series studio monitors and VTX Series Live Performance arrays to portable PA systems such as the best-selling EON ONE Series. With revolutionary technology and groundbreaking innovation at their core, JBL’s award-winning products deliver the most accurate, high-quality sound reproduction possible.

Kramer audio visual experiences power creativity, collaboration, and engagement. From AVSM to advanced cloud-based communication, collaboration and control solutions, Kramer creates audio visual experiences that are more engaging, more inclusive and more connected than ever before. Headquartered in the heart of Startup Nation - Tel Aviv, Israel with locations around the world, Kramer’s audio visual experts are designing the future of engagement technology. Physical and digital boundaries have blurred. But no matter how hybrid our world becomes, our desire for real, human connection will never cease. Kramer’s intuitive, seamless technology breaks down walls, bridges gaps, and makes people feel closer together even when they’re far apart.

Marketing with Bloom is a fresh, strategic B2B marketing consultancy, specialising in delivering effective marketing services to help organisations reach their full potential.
With over 25 years of experience in AV/IT/UC markets, working with global brands and start-up businesses, the team at Marketing with Bloom live and breathe all things marketing.
Our USP is that our services are designed to meet the exact and individual needs of our clients, our expertise centres around helping brands create sales & marketing strategies that deliver results as well as implementing multi-level marketing campaigns and developing channel partner networks, all to create a buzz around your brand.

ZetaDisplay is one of the leading European full service digital signage providers. Our solutions, concepts and proprietary software platform, Engage-Suite, influence and guide millions of people every day in retail environments, in restaurants, on advertising screens, in factories, on trains, on cruise ships, in stadiums, in workplaces and in all types of public spaces indoor and outdoor. ZetaDisplay provides direct operations in eight European countries and the US with over 120,000 active installations in over 50 countries, across all major continents where we are the business partner of choice for many of the worlds most respected blue-chip brands and companies.