DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Aug. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AVIXA is excited to announce it will host InfoComm EDGE Collective, an invitation-only executive forum for the leaders who commission, design, and deliver tomorrow’s connected environments. Taking place in Dubai on November 3, 2026, at Address Sky View, this first-of-its-kind immersive event will bring together strategic influencers, senior-level end users, consultants, and technology integrators from across multiple vertical markets. Applications for invitations to attend are now open, and a limited number of sponsorship opportunities are available.

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“InfoComm EDGE Collective will be a unique opportunity to convene the leaders responsible for shaping the future of connected environments in the GCC,” said David Labuskes, CTS, CAE, CEO of AVIXA. “By fostering collaboration and the exchange of ideas, the event will explore how pro AV can drive productivity, engagement, and regional growth while contributing to our vision for InfoComm EDGE 2027.”

From enhancing human enablement and productivity to strengthening performance under pressure and investor confidence, InfoComm EDGE Collective will focus on accelerating measurable outcomes through the use of pro AV as a strategic asset. Through a collaborative, co-created format, participants will actively define the role integrated AV can play in supporting regional growth and long-term value creation.

“True to the spirit of the InfoComm EDGE event we announced earlier this year, InfoComm EDGE Collective will be the first event in AVIXA’s long history to have been co-created with the end-user and decision-maker community,” continued Labuskes.

“Over the past few months, we have established an in-region End User Council which has assessed activation submissions from AVIXA’s design and integration company members using a number of carefully considered evaluation criteria. The result will be a single activation where attendees can interact with complete solutions across a range of connected environments – not just test individual product performance.”

Three connected environments – one integrated story
InfoComm EDGE Collective attendees will experience three connected environments designed to show how pro AV enables modern organizations to perform when it matters most.

Command and Control: How pro AV improves situational awareness, accelerates decision-making, and maintains operational continuity under pressure.

Operational Collaboration: How pro AV enables seamless communication and confident decision-making across distributed organisations.

Engagement and Learning: How pro AV transforms communication, content interaction, learning, and participation through immersive environments and delivery platforms.

InfoComm EDGE Collective will also feature an executive networking lunch, followed by keynotes from regional and international leaders, trailblazing case studies, and a series of executive roundtable discussions under Chatham House Rules.

Attendees will then be encouraged to continue the conversation with the wider GCC AV channel community at Pro AVL Connect, the established regional networking event which will be co-located with InfoComm EDGE Collective for the first time, and will take place on the 54th floor of Address Sky View.

Following InfoComm EDGE Collective, InfoComm EDGE 2027 will take place October 27-28 next year at the Festival Arena, Dubai. The two-day experiential event will feature a series of activations, designed, built, and staffed by the local integration community, supported by a network of branded solutions to facilitate deeper exploration and networking. Attendees will discover how integrated pro AV enables the workplaces, mission-critical operations, education, entertainment, and destination experiences shaping tomorrow’s world.

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About AVIXA
AVIXA is the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, producer of InfoComm trade shows around the world, co-owner of Integrated Systems Europe, and the international trade association representing the audiovisual industry. Established in 1939, AVIXA has more than 3,000 enterprise members representing over 20,000 AV professionals, including manufacturers, systems integrators, dealers and distributors, consultants, programmers, live events companies, technology managers, content producers, and multimedia professionals from more than 80 countries. AVIXA members create integrated AV experiences that deliver outcomes for end users. AVIXA is a hub for professional collaboration, information, and community, and is the leading resource for AV standards, certification, training, market intelligence, and thought leadership. Visit www.avixa.org.

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Former House Financial Services Committee Senior Counsel joins Corgi to lead federal government affairs at the intersection of AI, insurance, and financial services

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Corgi Insurance, the AI-native, full-stack financial infrastructure company, today announced the appointment of McArn Bennett as Head of Public Policy and Corporate Affairs. Bennett will lead Corgi’s federal policy strategy and engagement with policymakers and regulators as AI reshapes insurance and financial services.

Bennett brings more than 15 years of experience spanning public policy, law, government affairs, financial services, and strategic communications. Before joining Corgi, he founded Marshwood Policy & Strategy, advising clients on federal and state financial services policy and regulatory engagement. He previously spent seven and a half years on the Financial Services Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives, most recently as Senior Counsel on the Subcommittee on Capital Markets.

During his time on the Committee, Bennett helped develop the capital formation agenda, led legislative and oversight programs, and worked closely with the SEC, financial regulators, congressional leadership, and industry stakeholders. Earlier, he served as Legislative Counsel to Congressman Tom Rice (SC) and worked in political affairs and stakeholder communications at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

In his new role, Bennett will build Corgi’s federal government affairs function, with a focus on Congress, the SEC, Treasury, and relevant industry associations. He will help shape Corgi’s positions on emerging federal AI and fintech policy, develop congressional and regulatory strategy, and build relationships with policymakers.

“Washington is at an inflection point for AI, financial services, and insurance, and Corgi has a unique perspective on all three,” said Emily Yuan, Co-Founder and COO of Corgi Insurance. “McArn brings deep policy expertise, firsthand experience with Congress and the SEC, and a strong understanding of how policy gets made. We’re thrilled to have him helping Corgi engage with policymakers as the future of insurance takes shape.”

Bennett’s background includes expertise in SEC and capital markets policy, congressional strategy, financial regulation, entrepreneurship and innovation, and the policymaking process. At Corgi, he will help translate the company’s technology and business objectives into clear, credible messages for policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders.

About Corgi Insurance

Corgi Insurance is an AI financial infrastructure company built to make insurance and financial services better, faster, and more affordable. Headquartered in San Francisco, Corgi has raised over $378 million, and has offices globally in New York, London, Atlanta, Salt Lake City, Dallas, and Chicago. Learn more at www.corgi.com.

Media Contact:
Erika Lee
Corgi
erika@corgi.com 

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MANILA, Philippines, Aug. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PhilWeb Corporation (PSE: WEB) today announced the election of prominent business leader Lance Y. Gokongwei as Chairman of the Board of Directors. 

This leadership transition completes the Company’s institutional governance restructuring, following Gokongwei’s recent ₱2.02 billion strategic equity investment and his appointment to the Board in July. The election signals PhilWeb’s definitive shift from cross-border capital formation to the aggressive, large-scale execution of its commercial B2B AI-enabled technology roadmap. 

“This transition marks a critical inflection point for our capitalization and operational scale,” said Chairman Lance Y. Gokongwei. “Our objective is clear: to deploy institutional-grade, AI-powered infrastructure that establishes a new operational standard for security and compliance across the regulated digital ecosystem.” 

AI-Enabled Tech and Expanding Transnational B2B Strategy

Under Chairman Gokongwei’s strategic oversight, PhilWeb is accelerating the deployment of its enterprise artificial intelligence layer. This technological pivot completes the Company’s transition into an institutional-grade digital infrastructure provider capable of powering complex industrial integrations. 

The immediate operational mandate focuses on the integration of high-value backend capabilities:

Real-Time Operational MonitoringAlgorithmic Risk ManagementRegulatory Compliance AutomationAnti-Fraud DetectionData-Driven Customer Lifecycle Optimization

President of PhilWeb, Brian Ng, stated: “Having Lance Gokongwei step into the Chairman role provides the institutional governance required for our next phase of scale. His strategic oversight ensures that our AI infrastructure rollout—specifically engineered to serve the complex backend needs of premium commercial tourism complexes and multinational platform providers—is executed with absolute capital market discipline.” 

Building an Interconnected B2B Commercial Moat

The governance upgrade strengthens PhilWeb’s position as the foundational operational backbone for the regulated digital technology sector. 

Currently, the Company’s AI-driven technology powers a premier, interconnected ecosystem connecting Southeast Asia’s top-tier commercial and cultural tourism conglomerates, multinational digital platforms, and licensed institutional partners. Furthermore, PhilWeb continues to embed elite global digital content and R&D institutions into its unified digital infrastructure, securing deep commercial moats and operational dominance in the B2B market. 

About PhilWeb Corporation (PSE:WEB)

PhilWeb Corporation is a Philippine Stock Exchange-listed technology company providing digital infrastructure, operational systems, and platform technology solutions supporting regulated digital ecosystems in the Philippines.

The Company focuses on scalable infrastructure, AI-enabled operational systems, compliance technologies, and platform solutions designed to support licensed operators and long-term ecosystem growth.

Investor Relations Contact:

Kenneth Ke
Group Investment Head
PhilWeb Corporation
Email: kenneth.ke@philweb.com.ph

Dian Agcapen
Investor Relations & Public Relations Director
PhilWeb Corporation
Email: apagcapen@philweb.com.ph

Media Relations Contact:

Arnel Vasquez
Media Relations Director
Rebel Marketing Philippines
Email: arnelvasquez@rebelmarketing.com.ph
Mobile: +63 917 584 3573

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