There’s nothing quite as uplifting as watching a community of individuals rally around one of their own amid trying times. That’s exactly the case today as members of the integration channel are coming together to support CEDIA Board Chair Amanda Wildman as she and her family face an unimaginable reality.
While Wildman was out of town attending the CEDIA Board of Directors meeting this week in Houston, she received the news that her husband and fellow TruMedia owner Ponch had unexpectedly passed away in his sleep at just 45 years old.
Today, the association that she (and Ponch) has dedicated years of volunteer time to has launched a GoFundMe to support her and her family as they navigate this uncertain road that’s in front of them.
Here’s an excerpt from that page:
As Amanda navigates this difficult time, the support of friends, colleagues, and the broader CEDIA community can help provide stability and peace of mind for her family. The funds raised will go directly to Amanda and her children, helping them manage immediate needs and offering a sense of security as they move forward.
Amanda has been a tireless advocate for our industry, a trusted colleague, and a friend to so many throughout the CEDIA community. In moments like this, we are reminded that our industry is more than a profession—it is a family. Ponch’s passing is a heartbreaking loss, and while no contribution can ease the grief Amanda and her loved ones are experiencing, our support can help provide stability and peace of mind during an unimaginable time.
We encourage anyone whose life has been touched by Amanda’s generosity, leadership, kindness, or friendship to consider supporting her family. Now is our opportunity to surround Amanda with the same care and support she has shown so many others.
Amanda and the entire Wildman family are in our thoughts.
