Mark J. Pescatore

Mark J. Pescatore

Content Director

Mark J. Pescatore, Ph.D., has been the content director of Systems Contractor News since 2021. During his career, he's hosted and programmed two ongoing regional industry trade shows (including Future B2B's AV/IT Summit), produced and hosted podcasts and webinars focused on the professional video marketplace, taught more than a dozen college communication courses, co-authored the book Working with HDV, and co-edited two editions of The Guide to Digital Television.

Articles by: Mark J. Pescatore

SCN Top 50 2023 Challenges for 2024

Top Integrators 2023: Challenges for 2024

By Mark J. Pescatore published

According to the SCN Top 50 integrators of 2023, here are the biggest Pro AV challenges for 2024.

SCN Top 50 Meeting Equity

Top Integrators 2023: Meeting Equity

By Mark J. Pescatore published

The SCN Top 50 integrators of 2023 provide insights into better meetings for all attendees.

SCN Top 50 Growth Markets

Top Integrators 2023: Top Growth Markets

By Mark J. Pescatore published

The SCN Top 50 integrators of 2023 share which vertical markets have shown the most growth for them this year.

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SCN Top 50 Systems Integrators 2023

By Mark J. Pescatore published

It's been a year of mixed results, with some integrators seeing new highs while others lost revenue from installation projects.

SCN Top 50 2023 Biggest Buzzwords

Top Integrators 2023: Biggest Buzzwords

By Mark J. Pescatore published

What topics are top of mind for the SCN Top 50 integrators?

Paulo Francisco, EvertzAV

Executive Q&A: Under the Radar

By Mark J. Pescatore published

EvertzAV VP of engineering, Paulo Francisco, is ready to grow the company's Pro AV presence.

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Editorial: Penny Wise, Ammo Round Foolish

By Mark J. Pescatore published

An experience at the shooting range provided an important reminder that you get what you pay for.

Mark Bohs, Datapath

Executive Q&A: All About the Pixels

By Mark J. Pescatore published

Datapath's Mark Bohs, director of sales, Americas, talks video processing and the company's new Aetria control room solution.

Thomas Tang, Apantac

Executive Q&A: Embracing Alliances

By Mark J. Pescatore published

Apantac president Thomas Tang sees opportunity in AV-over-IP interoperability.

Jabra Speak2 55

SCN Hybrid World Review: 3 Talking Points for the Jabra Speak2 55 Speakerphone

By Mark J. Pescatore published

Bluetooth functionality for your phone calls and videoconferences is just part of the appeal for this portable audio accessory.

Maile Keone, Listen Technologies

Executive Q&A: Inclusion through Audio

By Mark J. Pescatore published

Listen Technologies CEO Maile Keone celebrates 25 years of assistive listening systems.

Dave Malekpour

Executive Q&A: Technology Meets Vibe

By Mark J. Pescatore published

Company president Dave Malekpour Reflects on 30 years of Pro Audio Design...and Snoop Dogg, of course.

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Editorial: The Power of Corporate Culture

By Mark J. Pescatore published

What is your company doing to hire and retain Pro AV talent?

An aerial view of the swarms of people attending CEDIA 2023.

CEDIA 2023: Blurred Lines

By Mark J. Pescatore published

The overlap is growing between commercial and residential integration, but how is technology being shared between markets?

Steven Cogels, PlexusAV

Executive Q&A: Simplified Systems through Standards

By Mark J. Pescatore published

Steven Cogels, PlexusAV's global director of business development, embraces IPMX for new AVoIP solutions.

AVer A30

Review: Show and Tell

By Mark J. Pescatore published

The new AVer A30 universal camera brings flexibility to classrooms.

BCM-300 Deluxe Broadcast Mic Stand

Review: How Ultimate Support Systems’ New Boom Mic Stand Is Dressed for Success

By Mark J. Pescatore published

The BCM-300 deluxe broadcast mic stand has several features to make sure your boom mic looks professional.

Fred Morgenstern, Neutrik Americas

Executive Q&A: A Connected World

By Mark J. Pescatore published

Neutrik America's vice president of technology, Fred Morgenstern, shares his company's 'do it right' attitude.

Jamie Trader, HARMAN Professional

Executive Q&A: 'This Is Different'

By Mark J. Pescatore published

Jamie Trader, vice president of HARMAN Professional's global product line management video and control (AMX), explains how the company's role in Pro AV is being reimagined.

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AV/IT Summit Editorial: Is Your Office a Magnet for Employees?

By Mark J. Pescatore published

According to AV/IT Summit keynote speaker Kay Sargent, today's workplace need to be an experience, not an environment.

John Clancy, Crestron

Clancy: Crestron Answering Hybrid Workforce Needs

By Mark J. Pescatore published

The company's new chief sales officer—and former integrator—talks about the technology needs of in-office and off-site employees.

Epson Classroom Projector

Classroom Projectors: What You Need to Know for the First Day of School

By Mark J. Pescatore published

Manufacturers deliver brightness and other critical features for educational settings, but the DLP/LCD debate continues.

Shokz OpenComm2 UC Headset

SCN Hybrid World Review: Shokz OpenComm2 UC Headset

By Mark J. Pescatore published

Does the new version outperform the original?

Reto Brader, Barix

Executive Q&A: Sound Advice for AoIP

By Mark J. Pescatore published

Barix CEO Reto Brader emphasizes the importance of audio transport.

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Editorial: Random Thoughts from InfoComm 2023

By Mark J. Pescatore published

SCN's content director had a packed schedule at the show. Here are a few exhibitors that caught his attention.