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Great winery experiences aren't created by wine alone. Discover how thoughtful AVL design can bring together tasting rooms, patios, event spaces, and outdoor environments while keeping technology firmly in the background.

PCD continues to grow its engineering and regional sales teams with the addition of AV industry veterans Flynn Kelly, CTS, and Rick Shaffer. Together they bring decades of experience in enterprise AV, collaboration technology and customer engagement, strengthening PCD's ability to serve organizations throughout Northern California.

After 27 years of leadership, John Rudolph is retiring from PCD, passing the torch to industry veteran Hal Truax as President. The thoughtfully planned transition comes during a period of unprecedented company growth and positions Northern California's premier AV integrator for continued success while honoring the culture and values Rudolph built over nearly three decades.

Digital signage should do more than display content—it should strengthen communication, improve visitor experiences, and deliver reliable performance across every location. Learn how thoughtful AV integration helps organizations reduce downtime, simplify content management, and build scalable digital signage systems designed for long-term success.

Summer break creates the perfect opportunity for colleges and universities to modernize auditoriums, athletic venues, and campus event spaces before students return. From improving large-scale audio coverage to simplifying complex control room operations, strategic AV upgrades during summer can help campuses deliver better experiences all year long.

This month, PCD Audio & Video spotlights Project Manager Preeti Suri, sharing her journey from Punjab to Sonoma County, her passion for leadership and collaboration, and the motivation that drives her both professionally and person

Live performance demands precision but aging AV systems can hold venues back. Learn how integrated AV upgrades enhance sound, simplify control, and elevate every moment on stage without disrupting the show.

Refresh your technology for better performance, reliability, and collaboration. Outdated systems slow teams down, frustrate users, and create hidden costs. Our experts will evaluate your AV environment and provide clear recommendations at no cost. Book Your FREE AV Assessment WHAT YOU’LL GET Your Complimentary Assessment Includes: ✅ System performance review ✅ Hardware & software evaluation ✅ Hybrid meeting readiness check ✅ Security & reliability insights ✅ Upgrade recommend

Executive Administrator Megan Dole brings positivity, organization, and a passion for growth to our team. From her Omaha roots to life in Sonoma County, discover what motivates her, what she loves outside of work, and why teamwork matters most.

High-attendance seasons reveal AV weaknesses quickly. Clear, simple, well-designed worship systems ensure every word is heard in the sanctuary and online.

March is when smart universities begin planning for fall. Standardized classroom AV systems reduce faculty frustration, simplify support, and ensure a seamless start to the academic year.

Born and raised in Santa Rosa, Ron Van Stone brings field experience, family values, and nonstop energy to his role as PCD’s Inventory Manager. Whether he’s supporting the team, coaching baseball, or hiking with his kids, Ron proves great culture starts with great people.

Council meetings. Emergency briefings. Public hearings. If your AV fails, trust fails. Modernization starts with reliability.

Clear sound, meaningful visuals, and reliable technology play a vital role in how congregations connect. Thoughtful AV design helps houses of worship communicate with clarity and purpose.

A new year is the perfect time to rethink how your AV systems support communication, collaboration, and growth. Thoughtful system design today prevents costly limitations tomorrow.

The holidays are a time to connect — through sound, light, and shared experiences. Join PCD Audio Visual Integrators as we celebrate the Season of Sound, exploring how AV technology enhances connection and emotion during the most magical time of the year. Plus, enjoy our staff’s favorite holiday songs in a special playlist created just for you.

When the curtain rises, clarity and connection take center stage. Discover how PCD’s high-quality AV solutions elevate the magic of live performances — especially during the holiday season when sound, light, and storytelling bring communities together.

In a recent AVTechnology feature, Hal Truax, Vice President of PCD Audio Video, outlines the AV trends transforming higher education classrooms for 2025 and 2026. From the rise of active learning spaces to the integration of advanced presentation tools and flexible, collaboration-focused furniture design, Truax highlights how modern AV/IT technologies are reshaping campus environments. These innovations support diverse teaching styles, enhance engagement, and create dynamic l

Hal Truax shares insight, trends, or best practices on how to engage audiences utilizing today's displays, content systems, XR, AR, and VR.

This month’s Employee Spotlight features Corey Eaton, AV Senior Technician, whose path from Glendale to Santa Rosa brought him into a career built on learning, reliability, and technical curiosity. Corey’s passions span woodworking, photography, and the outdoors, but at the center of his life is family. Driven by a commitment to growth and dependability, Corey continues to be a valued cornerstone of the PCD team.