LOS ALAMITOS, Calif. – October 6, 2021 –The BrightLink® interactive laser displays created by Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide1, were named a winner in Tech & Learning’s 2021 Awards of Excellence Best Tools for Back to School in the Secondary (6-12) category. This is the eleventh time the BrightLink has won an award from Tech & Learning.
"The pandemic has proven that teaching does not need to be done in a traditional fashion. Epson continues to create innovative solutions to best serve teachers and students in today’s classrooms," said Tom Piche, product manager, projectors, Epson America, Inc. "We’re grateful to be recognized by such a respected education news source, and this award confirms our efforts in continuing to support schools across the country are impactful as everyone kicks off a new school year."
BrightLink displays transform today’s classrooms into immersive collaborative learning environments. Featuring 3LCD laser technology, the BrightLink provides bold, brilliant color displays, even in settings with ambient light such as classrooms. With images up to 120 inches, the fully-integrated interactive displays also work with existing whiteboards, eliminating the need for dedicated electronic boards or space-consuming flat panels.
The Tech & Learning awards program recognizes products that support effective teaching and learning practices in the new school year. "As we head into another uncertain year in education, technology will continue to be one of the key drivers for innovation," said Tech & Learning Group Publisher Christine Weiser. "Our judges chose the winning products recognized here for their versatility, compatibility, value, and ability to help schools solve challenges and support continuous instruction."
For additional information on Epson education solutions, visit www.epson.com/education.
About Epson K-12 Display Solutions
Epson’s award-winning education display solutions are designed to deliver interactive, creative and laser-focused learning environments with flexible, low-maintenance and budget-conscious technology. Epson laser displays deliver big, bright, immersive learning experiences to captivate, engage and inspire every student in the room – without compromising whiteboard space.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
