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Where Technology, Cybersecurity, and Community Come Together

The 2026 Central Illinois Cyber & AV Technology Showcase brought business leaders, technology professionals, students, cybersecurity experts and vendors together at the Peoria Riverfront Museum for an afternoon of practical education, hands-on technology and meaningful connections. One speaker called it “the best cybersecurity event I attend throughout the year.” Here’s a look back at what made the day special.

October 14, 2026

Awards

Pearl Technology’s Dave Johnson Receives National Leader of the Year Award

During the annual InfraGard National Congress and Leadership Conference in Chicago, Dave Johnson, President of InfraGard Peoria Members Alliance and Managing Partner at Pearl Technology, received the organization’s top award: the Ivan Wolkind IMA Leader of the Year

October 14, 2026

Peoria InfraGard on the steps of the FBI Building in Springfield

Cybersecurity

Pearl Technology Participates in FBI Day in Springfield

On June 12, members of the InfraGard Peoria Members Alliance were hosted by FBI Springfield for a day of intelligence briefings and training. Critical infrastructure—which includes things like healthcare, transportation, banks, utilities, IT, food and agriculture, water supply,

October 6, 2026

People of Pearl Tech

Nathan Wilson—Helping Match Clients with Custom AV Experiences & Solutions

As an AV Install Technician at Pearl Technology, Nathan (Nate) Wilson works at job sites and helps to install televisions, speakers, microphones, and video walls for clients. In his role, Nate matches equipment and services to customer needs.

October 6, 2026

People of Pearl Tech

Jay Martinson—Helping Provide AV Clients with Sound Solutions

As an AV Install Technician at Pearl Technology, James (Jay) Martinson works with clients to install audiovisual devices, such as speakers and displays, throughout Central Illinois. In his role, Jay provides custom AV solutions tailored for individual clients.

September 10, 2026

Pearl Technology Named as a Top IT Channel Provider for Outstanding Performance and Growth in 2026

Pearl Technology has been recognized as a leader among the nation’s fast-growing IT providers by CRN, a brand of The Channel Company, on the 2026 CRN Fast Growth 150 list. “The companies recognized in this year’s Fast Growth

September 8, 2026

People of Pearl Tech

Simeon Rinkenberger—Helping Clients Shift to AI for Their Business Solutions

As the AI Success Manager at Pearl Technology, Simeon Rinkenberger works with clients to help them see the value of artificial intelligence as a tool that empowers their day-to-day operations and helps to solve real-world problems. How He

July 8, 2026

People of Pearl Tech

Austin Crayton—Matching Custom IT Solutions to Clients’ Needs

As an IT Account Executive at Pearl Technology, Austin Crayton works with clients to provide the custom IT solutions clients need, which might include data centers, backup, colocation, cybersecurity, AI, and IT management. How He Serves Working from

May 6, 2026

Media & Announcements

FCC Router Ruling Explained: What It Means for Your Home Network

Recent headlines suggest the U.S. government has “banned foreign-made Wi-Fi routers,” but that oversimplifies what actually happened. In reality, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a March 23, 2026 Covered List update that affects future router sales, not devices

April 15, 2026

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