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MLS2
CHALLENGE
Since being granted its Academy status in 2007, the Marsh Academy in New Romney, Kent, has undergone a technological transformation, thanks to leading systems integrator Vanti Technology Solutions and its innovative application of AMX technology. In the latest phase of its development, the Academy has transformed the ground floor of one of its teaching spaces from a traditional classroom block into a new open plan arrangement known as MLS2. In order for this innovative facility to fulfil its potential, Vice Principal Lynn Burrows turned to Vanti and an AMX-controlled technological solution designed to bring the space, and the curriculum, alive.

SOLUTION
The impressively specified central plaza of the new learning block, MLS2, benefits from a wealth of audio-visual technology. The display system, along with the rest of the installed equipment, is managed, using AMX technology, from a central teaching podium. From here it is also possible to send a presentation to any of the seven classrooms, and receive their content and allocated it to a display or displays. The brainchild of Vanti, this innovative solution transforms the screen fitted to the podium into a fully interactive display with stunning control graphics and animation just like an AMX Modero® Touch Panel.

IMPACT
"Our vision has very much been about trying to use technology to enhance the learning of our kids, rather than having equipment for equipment's sake. It's about what we want to achieve in our learning environments, and how the technology can help us with that."

– Lynn Burrows, Vice Principal

Douglas Fearing- Co-Founder / President

A graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology, Doug has been in the Technology industry since 1976 and actively oversees Fearing’s daily operations. Along with his wife, Lois, and three others, Doug started Fearing’s in a 600 square-foot facility in Portage, Wisconsin. In the 25 years since, the company has grown to over 30 employees with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug likes to say he’s a “TV Technician with a dream� going back to his history with the family’s original business-Fearing’s TV and Appliance.

Doug values time with family, watersports, hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. In addition to being a devoted member of his church, Doug serves as Board President for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County, Board member of Schools for Haiti and Scripture Chair of the Gideons-Portage camp.

Lois Fearing- Co-Founder/Accounting, Human Resources

A graduate of MATC, Lois oversees Fearing’s daily book keeping along with various HR responsibilities.

Along with Doug, Lois is deeply connected to community outreach, serving as a Board member and Fundraising Committee Chairperson for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County. She also serves on the Schools for Haiti Fundraising committee. In addition, Lois’ ongoing passion and commitment to provide care for the elderly comes from her 10-year history of working in a Reedsburg, Wisconsin Nursing home.

Lois enjoys singing, hiking, sunny days on the pontoon, and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.

Ehren Tresner-VP of Technology and Innovation

Ehren drives Fearing’s technology by continually seeking out trends to enhance capabilities while supporting Sales, Engineering and Installation teams. Throughout his years with Fearing’s, Ehren’s talent and vision have joined forces to create a wide variety of projects and strategic solutions that exceed expectation.

Ehren loves music, family time, movies, nature, sustainability efforts and electric vehicles.

Ben Voeck-Director of Commercial AV

With 10 years with Fearing’s and over twice that long in the industry, Ben continues to lead, coordinate, and develop the Commercial AV team.

By consistently delivering an outstanding experience and outcome, Ben contributes to the Fearing’s legacy of long-lasting partnerships that truly make a difference. Whatever the Commercial AV need may be, Ben and team deliver at the highest level.

Ben is an avid fisherman and photographer. He enjoys coaching his sons and other youth.

Chris Matson-Senior VP of Sales

Chris has been with Fearing’s for 20 years and in the industry for over 2 decades. As a Certified leader in Sales Acceleration and trained in EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Systems), Chris successfully utilizes his skills to lead the Fearing’s Salesforce. Chris and team are motivated and driven to develop new client partnerships while continuing to reinforce loyal long-term relationships with ongoing Service excellence.

Married for 19 years with 3 children, Chris enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, camping and golf. He’s also been actively involved as a Youth Football and Softball coach for his family and others.