The Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance (HETMA) is a 501(C)3 advocacy organization focused on growing the influence and elevating the profile of the higher education audiovisual vertical. We accomplish our mission by connecting our community, educating our members, amplifying our collective voice, and impacting the broader AV industry. As an inclusive, supportive, and accessible organization, HETMA does not just represent a cause, we represent a community. We are by us and for us.
InfoComm 2026 is shaping up to be the defining moment for the higher ed AV community, and HETMA will once again be right in the middle of it. As the pro AV industry gathers in Las Vegas this June, HETMA is planning a week's worth of programming centered around one mission... Advancing the higher ed vertical.
This yearβs HETMA presence at InfoComm will include the higher ed summit, booth experiences, higher ed awards, community events, partner engagement, and continued momentum around the #RoadTo10K initiative. It is more than just a trade show appearance, it is an opportunity to strengthen the relationships, conversations, and solutions that directly impact classrooms, learning spaces, student experiences, and campus technology strategy.
Don't miss the exciting opportunities we have planned just for you...
π HIGHER ED AV AWARDS
What: Higher ed's official annual awards ceremony celebrating the people, projects, and products that defined our vertical over the past year.
When: Monday, June 15, 2026, 6pm-10pm.
Where: The Cabaret Theater at the Westgate.
Submit Your Nominations: Recognize the outstanding people and projects on your campus by submitting your nominations at HigherEdAVAwards.com.
What: Experience the show floor in a way that matters to the higher ed vertical. Our guides take you to the must-see booths to help you make the most out of the trade show experience.
What: Trade shows are about building your network and connections Join us each morning for a fresh cup of java and each afternoon from 2pm-close for a refreshing cocktail at the HETMA booth.
When: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, June 17-19.
What: Higher Ed AV Media is the only media outlet that brings you all the breaking news from our point-of-view through daily wrap-up articles and live podcasting from the show.
Looking to elevate your brand and connect directly with higher education AV professionals?
There's still time to secure your spot! Our InfoComm 2026 sponsorship packages are still available, offering premier visibility and engagement opportunities.
HETMA IN THE NEWS
ROAD TO INFOCOMM '26 WITH DAVID LABUSKES
AVIXA CEO, David Labuskes, joins Joe Way on a special pre-InfoComm episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, where they discuss what you can expect from this year's show.
Don't miss your opportunity to celebrate all the great people, projects, and products that helped define the higher ed vertical as part of InfoComm 2026. Tickets are selling fast.
The Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance (HETMA) is a 501(C)3 advocacy organization focused on growing the influence and elevating the profile of the higher education audiovisual vertical. We accomplish our mission by connecting our community, educating our members, amplifying our collective voice, and impacting the broader AV industry. As an inclusive, supportive, and accessible organization, HETMA does not just represent a cause, we represent a community. We are by us and for us. Learn more at HETMA.org.
Our HETMA Family of Brands:β βHETMA: https://www.hetma.org βHigher Ed AV Media: https://www.higheredav.com βFLEXspace: https://www.flexspace.org βHigher Ed AV Awards: https://www.higheredavawards.com βHETMA Golf Classic: https://www.hetmagolfclassic.com
Key Initiatives:β Online Community Prism Scholarship Annual Virtual Conference HEx Credential Approved Program Advisory Councils Regional Groups Roadshows & Tradeshow Booths Higher Education Summits Lunch & Learns Higher Ed AV Happy Hour Sustainability in AV Equipment Scholarships
Upcoming HETMA Events:
May Events:
5/8: Lunch & Learn: Fuel the Fire: Igniting Your Path Forward, Online
5/15: HETMA General Member Meeting, Online
5/15: Higher Ed AV Happy Hour, Online
5/18-22: NW/MET, University of Utah
5/26: HETMA Roadshow Belgium, Mechelen, BE
And many more in between! Check out the "Events & Replays" calendars in both the "Community Connect" and "Higher Ed Hub" areas of the HETMA online community for additional events, committee meetings, and more! Join the community today!β
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Official advocacy organization for the higher ed AV vertical.
The Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance (HETMA) is a 501(C)3 advocacy organization focused on growing the influence and elevating the profile of the higher education audiovisual vertical. We accomplish our mission by connecting our community, educating our members, amplifying our collective voice, and impacting the broader AV industry. As an inclusive, supportive, and accessible organization, HETMA does not just represent a cause, we represent a community. We are by us and for us.
HETMA - Higher Ed AV - FLEXspace Last Two Weeks! The HETMA Golf Classic is almost here, and whether you play golf or have never picked up a club in your life, youβre invited! This event has grown into something much bigger than a day on the course. At the heart of this yearβs Golf Classic is the new AV Expo, bringing together the higher ed AV community, manufacturers, integrators, partners, friends, and colleagues for a day of connection, technology, and fun. Once the golf tournament wraps...
HETMA - Higher Ed AV - FLEXspace GET THE MOST OUT OF INFOCOMM 2026! The countdown is officially on! InfoComm 2026 is less than a week away, and HETMA is ready to bring the higher ed AV community together once again. We're creating the official Higher Ed Hub at booth C6023 in the Central Hall. This year is about much more than just showing up at a trade show, it's about continuing to connect, learn, share, network, improve our craft, and grow professionally. HETMA will be fully active...
HETMA - Higher Ed AV - FLEXspace You have been added to this email due to being identified as one of our event sponsor contact. Please feel free to forward this email to any appropriate other contacts and/or respond with contact changes. HETMA IS HEADING TO INFOCOMM 2026 The HETMA #RoadTo10K is heading to InfoComm 2026 and doing it even bigger and better than ever before, with our signature Show Floor Booth experience (Booth C6023), Higher Education Summit, Higher Ed AV Awards, Show Floor...
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