Scott Doyle CTS – Swinburne University of Technology & President, AETM

As AV Manager at Swinburne University of Technology Scott has responsibility for the AV infrastructure, learning & meeting spaces, technical support, and event teams. Previously Scott worked at Monash University for over 25 years in the Television, Audiovisual and IT divisions.

This experience in the higher education sector led to him to join the AETM where he has been an Executive Officer of the association for the past decade, currently sitting as President. Scott strongly supports the AETM Community and AV workforce development in both his Swinburne and AETM roles. Scott served as a judge for previous AVIA’s and he supports both Integrate and AVIXA in their annual initiatives.

Laki Virlios – La Trobe University

Laki Virlios is a Senior Project Manager within Information Services at La Trobe University, where he leads the delivery of complex IT, audiovisual, and infrastructure programs across higher education environments. With more than 30 years’ experience, his career spans defence, simulation, enterprise AV, and large-scale technology platforms. Prior to joining La Trobe University, Laki held senior technical leadership roles at Barco Australia and New Zealand, supporting mission-critical visualisation systems for defence, aviation, and security organisations.

He brings a unique blend of deep technical expertise, governance-driven project delivery, and stakeholder engagement. Laki is particularly passionate about bridging technical and executive perspectives to deliver resilient, compliant, and future-ready solutions.

Scott Burgess – Auckland University of Technology & AETM Committee Member

Scott is Senior Technical Manager at Auckland University of Technology, responsible for the strategy, design, delivery, and operational performance of audiovisual and collaboration technologies across teaching spaces, meeting rooms, events, and specialist environments. He leads AV systems and support services within a large, complex higher education organisation, with accountability for reliability, usability, and lifecycle outcomes at scale.

Scott’s experience spans New Zealand, Australia, and India, covering integrated AV delivery, service delivery at scale, and standards-based design in complex environments. This informs a pragmatic, outcomes-focused approach to assessing solution quality, implementation rigour, and long term value. He is a committee member of AETM, contributing to sector collaboration, workforce capability, and the advancement of professional AV practice.

Rod Brown

Rod Brown CTS-D, CTS-I retired from AVIXA (formerly InfoComm International) in 2017.  During his tenure he delivered InfoComm’s AV education on five continents and worked on the creation of new and updated learning content, for which he provided an international perspective.  Rod continues his association with AVIXA as a volunteer instructor and subject matter expert (roles he also undertook prior to his InfoComm employment).

Earlier in his career Rod was well known as a sound and audiovisual communications consultant based in Melbourne.  His company, Integrated Media Systems, had a broad range of clients in Australia and internationally.  The foundation to Rod’s expertise, particularly at a practical level, derives from his extensive experience in broadcast television, live theatre, concerts and cinema exhibition.

Jamie Pereira

Jamie Pereira is Co-Founder and Director of Pereira Wilson, a leading independent business and technology advisory firm. A trusted advisor to senior leadership teams across the workplace, education, and government sectors, he helps organisations turn complex technology ambition into clear, executable strategies that deliver real, measurable results.

Operating at the intersection of people, place, and technology, Jamie and his team specialise in Audio Visual, ICT, Integrated Technology, Smart Buildings/Campuses, Building Automation, Innovation and Workplace Transformation. His experience spans the full lifecycle, from strategic vision and operational planning through to design, delivery, management, support, and optimisation across major global portfolios as well as fit-outs and new build environments.

With nearly 20 years experience, Jamie is known for cutting through complexity, breaking down silos, and aligning cross-functional teams with commercial priorities, ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value, reduce risk, and enable long-term organisational performance.

Kevin Knox – Director, Newmedia Productions

Kevin Knox boasts three decades of distinguished experience in higher education, spanning both Australia and International landscapes. Renowned for his innovative approach and visionary leadership. Kevin has significantly contributed to the advancement of Educational Technology, balancing Pedagogy, Space and Technology.

In Australia, Kevin has held key positions, driving strategic initiatives that have reshaped pedagogical methodologies and enhanced the integration of technology in learning and teaching environments. Kevin recently held the position of Manager of Learning Space Technology, ANU. Kevin brings a global perspectives and best practices to his solutions.

A recognised thought leader and future thinker, Kevin continues to influence the evolution of educational technology within higher education, advocating for sustainable and forward-looking practices that prepare institutions for the challenges and opportunities of the future.