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Justin Dawson is a highly respected and award-winning Audio Visual Professional with over two decades of dedicated experience within the AV industry and higher education AV sector. His career demonstrates a deep commitment to advancing AV technology, fostering community, and supporting the unique needs of the higher education AV landscape.

Justin’s expertise in Audio Visual is underpinned by his qualifications, including the esteemed AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist (CTS®) certification, which recognizes his proficiency in all aspects of AV solutions. His academic background, which includes a Master’s degree in TV & Radio Production, further strengthens his comprehensive understanding of media and AV technologies. His contributions to the AV field have been recognised through numerous accolades, including being a finalist for European CTS® Holder of the Year and his recognition as an AV Professional of the Year, highlighting his significant impact and standing within the Audio Visual industry.

Justin is currently employed as a Senior Technical Officer at Dublin City University. At Dublin City University, Justin is involved in the design, production, and support live events, online courses and the implementation of AV technology in the School of Nursing, Psychotherapy & Community Health.

Justin is the driving force behind the popular "All Things TechIE Podcast" . This influential podcast serves as a dynamic platform for exploring the latest trends, insights, and news in the AV and technology sectors, reaching a broad audience of enthusiasts and professionals. Through his engaging content, Justin actively contributes to knowledge sharing and community engagement within the AV industry. The podcast’s success underscores his passion for AV and his ability to connect with the professional community.

Further demonstrating his commitment to the AV community, Justin founded AV GroupIE, a professional network specifically for AV professionals and students based in Ireland. This initiative fosters an inclusive and supportive environment for networking, collaboration, and career development within the Irish AV sector. The creation of AV GroupIE highlights his proactive approach to building a strong and connected AV community.

A key aspect of Justin's passion for AV is his role as the EMEA Executive for the Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance (HETMA). His deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within higher education AV makes him an ideal leader for HETMA's European expansion. In this significant position, he is actively developing HETMA's presence and impact across Europe, serving as a vital advocate for AV professionals and technology managers working within universities and colleges. His efforts are focused on raising awareness of technology issues specific to higher education AV within the European context.