The AV Life crew welcomes guest Jon Youse, Regional Board Chair for HETMA and Director of Educational Technology Support at Ivy Tech Community College. Together, they preview the upcoming HETMA Roadshow in Nashville, explore the power of community in higher ed AV, and share insights about planning regional events that unite technology, education, and connection. Plus, the team dives into travel tales, weather woes, and reflections on learning, adaptation, and gratitude.A lively mix of AV insights, personal stories, and a look ahead at what’s next for HETMA and the higher ed AV community.Topics Discussed: • Overview of HETMA’s regional Roadshow events • The upcoming Nashville Roadshow at Vanderbilt University • The growth and community impact of HETMA • The benefits of centralized systems in community colleges • Balancing work, wellness, and travel in the AV industry • Upcoming HETMA initiatives: Educause, virtual conference, Higher Ed AV Awards, and 2026–27 roadshow plans • Building consistency and community across events • Reflections on learning, failure, and adaptation—from math struggles to AI in AV • Family, education, and gratitude moments from the hostsThe AV Life is a Higher Ed AV Media production. More at higheredav.com. Connect with Tim: LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-van-woeart-45416826/ Twitter (X) – https://twitter.com/TVanWoeart Connect with The AV Life: Twitter (X) – https://twitter.com/TheAVLifePod YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@theavlife3337