Nicolas Sturmel recently joined DirectOut GmbH as a Media Network Expert, while also serving as an independent consultant. Holding a PhD in Information Technologies and an active member of the AES67 standardization group, Nicolas is passionate about audio signal processing, music production, and media network interoperability. He has been involved in numerous AES67 and SMPTE 2110 interoperability events, always striving to enhance user experience in AV network operations.