Here is my scenario. My university is getting a lobby added on to the theatre. I've been asked for some advice regarding sound needs in the lobby. I know that a sound installation company should be consulted but the higher ups never acknowledge my suggestions. I've been talking with IT. I've attached a quick sketch of the lobby. So I've been told that all the conduit will be run to the storage closet. IT is trying to figure out where they will run video and data. As far as sound needs, the lobby will have a speaker at the podium. While I would love permanent speakers, I think they may be cost prohibitive. Also the ceiling is 20' high and the walls in front of the podium are all glass. So at the very least, I would want some inputs for speakers and some mic inputs. I'd really prefer all this to be run in the conduits to wall/floor panels. Now the IT guy wants to put his network gear and sound rack in the storage closet. Now if I want to be able to control the levels of the audio with say a mixer, is that doable? I would prefer to adjust things in front of the presenter than have to walk over to the storage closet. The IT guy did not have a solution. I'd appreciate any other info/tips.