Welcome back to The AV/IT Amplifier! In Episode 107, host Ryan Gray sits down again with the one and only Jon Hamilton, Senior AV Manager at Emory University’s School of Medicine. Jon is a well-known voice in the higher ed AV world, and this episode gets personal — touching on everything from alternative career paths and deep-sea fishing to building trust, forging partnerships, and staying true to your word.
💡 In this episode:
- Jon imagines his own absurdist podcast idea
- Discusses why military structure might’ve suited him
- Explains how being an extrovert helped his AV career
- Shares how he negotiates directly with manufacturers to benefit Emory
- Gets real about trust, loyalty, and reputation in the industry
- Ends with a legendary shirtless photo story and an even better sign-off
Whether you’re in AV, higher ed, or just trying to be a decent human, there’s something in here for you.
📬 Connect with Jon Hamilton:📧 john.hamilton@emory.edu
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