The AVS, Inc. Management Team

Peter Barthelson
President and Founder

Peter has more than thirty years of experience in the electronic systems field. Before starting AVS in 1992, he worked in various areas in the field including designing and manufacturing high quality audio electronic equipment with Amber Electronics, which he founded in 1978. Peter managed the development of the computer controlled intercom systems for ABC-TV to support the 1984 Summer Olympic Games. After the Olympics, Peter developed customized video presentation systems for many commercial, military and government clients. In 1988, he worked for RGB Technology and managed the development of high resolution briefing and presentation systems. Peter has an Interdisciplinary Degree, from the Echols Scholar Program at the University of Virginia with specialization in Electrical and Communications Systems Engineering. He also recently started and now operates a certified organic farm, Virginia Green Grocer, which produces a wide variety of vegetables, herbs and dairy products year-round.

Barry Goldin, CTS
vICE pRESIDENT, Business Development

Barry oversees the Business Development, Sales, Corporate Communications and Marketing Teams. He has become a leader in the A/V industry and is currently on the Board of Directors of InfoComm International, the leading A/V professional association in the world. He is actively involved in important issues of the industry through participation on industry committees focused on increased education. With more than 20 years of professional experience in every aspect of the industry, Barry has a unique breadth of understanding regarding the AV system integration business. While at AVS, he has provided support to many high-profile projects including the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) Executive Support Center (ESC), conference/command center support for the President of the United States, National Military Command Center (NMCC) at the Pentagon, and most recently, the Resource Situation Awareness Center (RSAC) at the Pentagon. Barry earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Rochester.

Robert K. zillian
vICE pRESIDENT, operations & contracts

 

Seth markham, PMP, CTS-I
Director of project management

 

David V. DiGirolamo, CTS-D, LEED AP
Director of Sales

 

Patrick DeZess, CTS-D
Engineering Manager

As the Engineering Manager at AVS, Patrick is responsible for the technical oversight and review of all system designs produced; evaluation of new technologies and equipment; and development and implementation of drawing and documentation standards. He also oversees the Engineering Department’s design, implementation and commissioning of audiovisual, video teleconferencing and command and control systems. Patrick has been extensively involved in developing detailed drawing packages and documentation control systems throughout his career as senior engineer. Patrick has more than ten years of professional experience in the design, engineering and implementation of audio/visual systems for both government and commercial clients. He has professional experience in design, construction, program management, and facilities management of computer and command center facilities. Patrick has a Bachelors of Science in Engineering from Roger Williams University, RI.

Kerry Wilt
Warehouse Manager

Mr. Wilt manages all warehouse operations and staff at AVS. He manages the delivery, inventory, tracking, and preparation of equipment for all of AVS’ installations. He also manages AVS’ fleet of delivery trucks and service vehicles. Prior to AVS, Mr. Wilt managed several major departments for Lowe’s home improvement stores. He also owned and operated Advantage Cleaning Service, a janitorial cleaning company, for more than 10 years. There he oversaw a staff of more than 50 people that handled cleaning services for contractors and corporations at locations up and down the East Coast.

Dick Alfers
Integration Manager

Dick Alfers has extensive expertise in all audio/video installation and electrical requirements for AVS projects. He is responsible for the management of workflow on the Integration/Installation Floor in-house at AVS. As the Integration Manager, Dick has varying responsibilities include the scheduling and management of dozens in-house and field personnel resources. Many projects also require his expertise in the field as well, as Dick holds a Master Electricians license. Prior to AVS, Dick was self-employed as an electrical contractor for six years. Other notable experience includes his employment with Mitre Corporation where he was a Facilities Foreman for 14 years.

Karyn Johnson
Director oF Human Resources

Karyn manages Human Resources services, policies and programs for the entire company. Her responsibilities include: recruiting and staffing; organizational and space planning; employee orientation, development, and training; policy development and documentation; employee relations; compensation and benefits administration; and employee services and counseling. She also oversees AVS' administrative staff. Prior to AVS, Karyn managed the Human Resources departments at Reed Technology and Information Services for five years and at Infodata Systems for two years. She also was in the human resources department at TJX for 12 years as a manager and recruiter.

Manu Surana
Controller

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