Adrian G.S. Goh, Group Managing Director and Artistic / Technical Director of Hexogon Group of Companies
Adrian Goh founded Mozz Creation in 1997, which was rebranded in 2008 as Hexogon Solution Pte Ltd. The company grew from a small Singaporean production house with five employees to a major audio-visual, lighting, and show integration provider with over 250 staff across multiple Asian countries. Hexogon is known for its extensive in-house equipment inventory, including one of the world’s largest fleets of cutting-edge projection technology. The company has been involved in prestigious events like the Singapore Formula 1 Grand Prix, Singapore National Day Parades, and various large-scale multimedia shows.
In 2015, Hexogon set a Guinness World Record for its projection work at the 28th Southeast Asia Games. Hexogon Taiwan, a subsidiary, received accolades in 2018 and 2019 for being one of the top 10 most outstanding enterprises. Adrian, who takes a hands-on approach in the company, also founded HEXO360 Pte Ltd in 2016 to focus on IP shows, immersive experiences, AR technology, and green initiatives. Notably, HEXO360 developed the “PopAR” mobile app, enhancing projection mapping shows with augmented reality.
Alexis Figueiras, VP, APAC Multimedia Deployment, Operations and Events, JPMorgan Chase & Co – Hong Kong
Alexis is a seasoned audiovisual professional with 20 years of experience in crafting multimedia solutions and services. His expertise spans across project management, design and engineering, operations, and event production. Specializing in workplace technology, Alexis excels in creating everything from cutting-edge meeting rooms to custom event spaces and production studios.
Known for his energy, collaborative spirit, and strong client focus, Alexis brings exceptional analytical, organizational, and creative skills to every project. In his current role, he has successfully managed multi-million USD APAC Managed Services contracts, overseeing a team of 50 technicians and operators, 5 Service Managers, and maintaining approximately 5,000 systems across 20 cities. His proficiency in cost management, data analytics, supplier management, and team mentoring has been key to his success.
He is adept at architecting and designing AV solutions, influencing space planning, and driving implementation to deliver optimal audiovisual experiences.
Duncan Lugstein, Managing Director, Corporate Technology Services
Founded in 2001, CTS is a privately owned Australian company with a team of over 50 employees nationwide. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering a wide range of audio-visual services and intelligent workplace technology solutions.
CTS’s diverse portfolio includes onsite and remote support contracts, ensuring clients receive timely assistance whenever needed. The company also excels in event and video production, offering services such as webcasting to help businesses connect with their audiences.
Additionally, CTS specializes in system design and integration, creating customized solutions that meet each client’s unique needs. The company also provides consulting services, offering expert advice to help businesses optimize their technology investments.
Jason Rouzaire, CTS, CTS-D, CTS-I, Business Director, Asia-Pacific, Sound Control Technologies
Jason is a highly skilled audio-visual professional with extensive AV engineering and project delivery experience. Over the last 30 years, Jason has an amassed an impressive portfolio of successfully delivered AV projects across a broad range of applications which has seen him apply his expertise in 16 countries around the world.
Jason has been instrumental in developing industry standards, examination material and training for both AVIXA & CEDIA industry bodies over the last decade and he is currently the only individual in the world that has achieved and holds every AVIXA (CTS, CTS-D & CTS-I) and CEDIA (CIT, IST, ESC, ESC-D, ESC-T & ESC-N) AV industry certification.
Jason is one of the leading experts in the audio-visual industry in Asia and is currently engaged by Sound Control Technologies as their APAC Business Director.
Joseph (Joe) Bocchiaro III, PhD, CStd, CTS-D, CTS-I, ISF-C (Retired)
Dr. Bocchiaro was the Principal Consultant at NV5 Engineering & Technology, a global technology consulting firm, before retiring recently. He brings a wealth of Audiovisual/IT/Security thought leadership, consultant, and integrator experience in higher education, corporate, financial, judicial, publishing, training, transportation, and conference centers from 39 years in the built environment. He came to NV5 from InfoComm International (now AVIXA), the leading audiovisual trade association, where he was the Vice President of Standards and Industry Innovations. He also developed and taught AV / IT integration, design, and installation certification courses. With degrees in Educational Technology, Media Studies, Electro-Optical Engineering, and Film Studies, Joe is dedicated to the improvement of audiovisual industry professionalism and its increasingly vital role in the Architectural, Engineering and Consulting (AEC) industry.
Lex Strauss | APAC Workplace Technology Consultant | Office Solutions | ESPM Enterprise TechnologyErnst & Young Global (EY) is a multinational professional services partnership. EY is one of the largest professional services networks in the world. Along with Deloitte, KPMG and PwC, it is considered one of the Big Four accounting firms. It primarily provides assurance, tax, information technology services (including managed services in areas like Cybersecurity, Cloud, Digital Transformation and AI), consulting, and advisory services to its clients.
Lex Strauss is a global Workplace Technology Consultant, an Audio Visual professional having over thirty years of experience in corporate & enterprise solutions and live production environments, he is also the Chair for the Australian arm of the AV User Group.
Rod Brown, CTS-D, CTS-I, Volunteer Instructor, AVIXA
Before “retiring” from AVIXA as the Regional Director for Oceania in 2017, Rod Brown, CTS-D, CTS-I taught InfoComm University courses, presented seminars at industry events, delivered AV education webinars, and worked on the creation of new and updated learning content (for which he also provided an international perspective). This was a continuation of his work as a volunteer subject matter expert and instructor prior to joining InfoComm staff in 2009. Rod still contributes to AVIXA and the AV industry through the development of new courses and seminars, and delivering training in the Oceania region.
Prior to joining InfoComm, Rod was a sound and audiovisual communications consultant based in Melbourne, Australia. His company had clients in the corporate, education, entertainment, legislative, transportation, and worship areas in Australia and internationally.
Shannon Brooks, CEO & Owner of Laservision
Shannon Brooks, CEO and owner of Laservision, has been involved in the entertainment industry for over 21 years. Under his leadership, Laservision has transformed into a global powerhouse, with multiple offices worldwide and recognition as industry leaders in technology and creative solutions, achieving multiple Guinness World Records. The company excels in crafting immersive, storytelling, and artistic installations at some of the world’s most iconic destinations and buildings. Driven by an unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology, Brooks and his team focus on enhancing audience experiences and creating enduring memories.
Steve Nield, Director, Production ArchitechX
Trained extensively within the professional British Theatre industry, Steve Nield has been associated with the professional lighting & production design field for 40 years. His work encompassed the worlds of fashion, corporate, dance, television, theatre, music, architecture and special events, many projects taking him across the globe.
After starting his career in UK theatre in the early 1980’s, he quickly moved into the West end of London where work exposed him to the world-renowned musical such as Phantom of the Opera, Starlight Express and Les Misérables. Before relocating to Asia, he was appointed as lighting programmer for the Royal Ballet & Royal Opera at London’s prestigious Royal opera House.
Steve followed his destiny: to operate independently, as a consultant within his specialist field, which was to focus his expertise on total production design and technical direction, thereby allowing the creation of a seamless integration between all differing elements of production to be realised. Steve has been based in Asia for thirty years and has made Malaysia his home for the past 20; he travels extensively across the world on a regular basis providing consultancy to a large and diverse number of clients on projects ranging from small corporate events to large scale international productions. Today Steve heads up a multi design discipline team at the recently incorporated Production ArchitectX international who focus on all aspects of creating unique and bespoke experiences, environments and solutions for the entertainment and architectural industry.
Terry Friesenborg (Retired)
Terry Friesenborg spent over twenty-five years involved in various aspects of the AV communications industry including video production, live events and system design and integration. Throughout his career Mr. Friesenborg worked as a volunteer with AVIXA authoring and presenting a variety of training courses and was presented with the Fred Dixon Award for service to the association’s education program in 2007. He continued his service to the association as a member of the Board of Directors and served as President of the Association.
In addition to his work with AVIXA Terry has presented a graduate workshop on Multimedia Development for Wright State University and was Adjunct Professor of Electronic Media at the University of Cincinnati’s Raymond Walters College (RWC). He also served on RWC’s curriculum development advisory council which developed the first accredited Electronic Media Associate Degree program in Ohio, USA.
Upon joining AVIXA’s staff in 2000, Terry was initially responsible for all education and certification activities worldwide. He was subsequently promoted to the position of Chief Global Officer where he oversaw all AVIXA programs outside of the US including membership, education and trade shows. He retired from AVIXA at the end of 2019.
Tom Peters, CTS, Chief Operating Officer, JetBuilt
Tom Peters, CTS, brings over four decades of expertise and leadership to his role as Chief Operating Officer at Jetbuilt. With a dynamic career that spans 40 years in the AV industry, Tom has made significant impacts in both the Washington, DC, and Southern California markets, where he held key management positions as a top AV System Integrator.
Since earning his CTS certification in 2001, Tom has remained at the forefront of AV innovation and standards. His passion for the industry is reflected in his tenure as the Chairman of InfoComm (now AVIXA), where he played a pivotal role in shaping the future of AV technology and education.
At Jetbuilt, Tom leverages his extensive experience to drive operational excellence and innovation, ensuring the company remains a leader in the rapidly evolving AV landscape. His leadership is marked by a commitment to advancing the industry and a relentless pursuit of excellence, making him a true visionary in the field.
