Frank Padikkala is a Technology Architect and AV Designer who places Innovation and Inclusion at the core of his design philosophy. Having his foundations firm in IT and Cybersecurity - he promotes the utilization of converged technologies and networks to create high end designs. Frank positions himself as an IT AV Evangelist in the AV Industry. He hopes and strives to bridge the knowledge gap between the AV and the various IT disciplines. He is a firm believer of tech training and certifications. As a self-proclaimed "cert junkie" he holds more than 10+ IT Industry certifications and several AV Certs, to go along with his Masters in Cyber Security / Information Assurance and Bachelors in IT Sec. Frank is active on social media as champion for furthering IT/AV/UC/Security/AVoIP conversations. He is a life-long learner and believes in constant self-improvement. He also writes and contributes as an SME to AV publications and IT / Cybersecurity podcasts and events. He volunteers with AVIXA and is currently serving as the Chair of the AVIXA Diversity Council where he is constantly mentoring and creating opportunities for community development through open communication.