About Us
Our Mission:
Our team is committed to delivering outstanding AV support to everyone who uses our designated spaces. We believe that technology should enhance your collaboration and learning experiences, and we are here to facilitate that. We support more than 500 video conference rooms and designated instructional spaces, along with over 8,000 pieces of audio-visual technology. Our mission is to provide dependable, high-quality AV services that help you reach your objectives. We aim to make your AV experience seamless and stress-free, allowing you to concentrate on what truly matters.
What We Do:
Our team offers a comprehensive array of AV services, including setting up and operating AV equipment in classrooms, meeting rooms, and other venues. We troubleshoot technical issues with AV equipment, provide training and support to help you maximize the use of your AV tools, offer digital signage solutions, and manage a library of system and technical documents.
Our Approach:
We are committed to a proactive approach to AV support, which involves anticipating your needs and offering solutions ahead of time. Our goal is to continually enhance your AV experience, whether through the introduction of new technology, improved training, or more efficient processes.
Ian Parker
Director
Ian has more than 20 years of international networking and telecommunications experience building and managing technical processes and project management. As Director, Ian leads digital collaboration, education, and communication across enterprise.
Zachary McPherson
Interim Manager
As Interim Manager, Zachary brings a strong blend of leadership, strategic vision, and operational expertise. Known for his collaborative style, Zachary places an emphasis on clear communication, data driven decision making, and fostering a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
In his new role, Zachary oversees day to day operations, guides key initiatives, and partners closely with the team to ensure continuity and momentum.
Justin Price
Sr. Communication Technologies Engineer
Since 2012, Justin has been an integral member of Stanford School of Medicine, overseeing diverse responsibilities. His role includes managing video conference setups, providing white glove support for executive meetings, troubleshooting AV/IT issues, and conducting training for classroom and boardroom AV systems. Justin serves as the systems administrator for digital signage, optimizing infrastructure across the Stanford University School of Medicine campus and satellite locations. Additionally, he contributes to the digital signage infrastructure at Stanford Hospital & Clinics throughout the Bay Area.
Art Bascos
Sr. Communication Technologies Engineer
For more than 15 years, Art has been instrumental in supporting our AV technology. His expertise spans computers, audiovisual equipment, lecture capture, and video conferencing in learning spaces, meeting areas, and the Dean's office. Additionally, Art conducts training sessions for both staff and student workers.
Minmin Qin
Sr. Communication Technologies Engineer
Minmin has 20+ years of classroom technologies experience at Stanford Medicine, providing classroom computing, application solutions, lecture capture systems, and Audio/Visual service operations & support. Minmin holds an MS in Library and Information Science from the University of Maryland at College Park. She is also a Apple and Microsoft Certified Professional.
Sergio Cuba
Communication Technologies Engineer
Sergio provides immediate response, evaluation, and assistance for a wide range of hardware & peripheral configurations, software solutions, and network infrastructure.
Victor Vargas
Communication Technologies Engineer
Victor provides immediate response, evaluation, and assistance for a wide range of hardware & peripheral configurations, software solutions, and network infrastructure.
Calvin Gee
System Administrator III
Calvin supports the lecture capture, and the Immersive Learning Center infrastructure with day to day and long term projects. Prior to joining Stanford University, he worked in various capacities in the private sector such as storage, data center operations, and system administration.
Jose Perez
Communication Technologies Engineer
Jose provides immediate response, evaluation, and assistance for a wide range of hardware & peripheral configurations, software solutions, and network infrastructure.
From blueprints through construction and into the future, AV Tech supports the Li Ka Shing Center and surrounding Stanford Medicine spaces
