Since graduating from IAR in 1991, Gonzalo Blanco has been involved in the communications industry on various levels, leading to his current position as Audio-Visual Coordinator for Lehman Brothers, a premier global investment bank that was founded in 1850.

Joining Lehman Brothers five years ago as Audio-Visual Technician, Gonzalo was promoted to Coordinator a year ago. He works on all in-house events and is in charge of web-casting, video conferencing, and the training of new technicians in the audio-visual department.

“IAR has helped me to succeed in several ways; I learned so much about the types of equipment we use at Lehman Brothers, concepts which have enabled me to train new technicians and to troubleshoot equipment. My education at IAR helped me to ease into my first position and has carried me through to this day,” he said.

His advice to current students: “Always keep an open mind in terms of the types of communications fields out there that may interest you. Look for what you enjoy doing, and always try to excel in your field. Take what you have learned from IAR, apply it to your position, and always share your knowledge with your colleagues as they, too, will have something to share with you. That’s how you learn and grow.”