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Make this the year to do what often gets set aside before the end of Q1. As we greet 2025 with renewed excitement, it can be easy to jump right in and get to work. However, if...
Keeping it simple and relatable is the best way to engage an audience. Technology’s role in our line of work is simple: to make people’s lives easier and more enjoyable. Yet the...
Make time for some digital housekeeping now, before the holiday rush. As a storyteller, I’m always drawn to the narrative that companies use and am curious how it resonates. In...
How to make the most of your time at industry conferences and sessions. Attending a trade show or conference can be a game-changer. It’s a unique opportunity to gain insights,...
Encouraging budding designers to become more familiar with the AV technology that is becoming increasingly essential in their professional world. Original article by Derek Wiley...
In this episode, I'm joined by Daryl Friedman, Global CEO and President of CEDIA, the Custom Electronic Design and Integration Association, to talk about the association's...
CEDIA Expo 2024 takes place in Denver, CO from Sept. 5-7, 2024. The residential technology industry's leading event for professionals and brands in the channel, this show is THE...
Why “fixing it in post” is never the right answer. During a recent trade event, a seasoned video production professional asked me how to get people not only camera-ready, but...
Trying to serve the same message to multiple audiences is a recipe for disaster. As a communications professional, I am often asked to help define, develop, articulate, and...
Logoed gifts are great, but if they result in repeated trips to the dry cleaners or frequent keyboard replacements, just say no. Swag — pens, pins, pint glasses, stress balls,...
Homeowners, property managers, and design-build professionals find great value in seeing tech in design-forward environments that illustrate what’s possible. Showrooms and...
In a world where innovation knows no bounds, it's imperative to recognize and celebrate the diverse voices and talents shaping our industries. This sentiment rings particularly...
Here are some new ways to present to architects and interior designers that might move the needle in your favor. I was recently invited to attend the Changemakers Conference, an...
Are you ready to paddle up for some pre-Expo excitement? John Sciacca, a seasoned reviewer from Residential Systems, and Alex Capecelatro, the CEO of Josh.ai, are serving up a...
In the audiovisual industry, there is a strong sense of community but we often get so tied up in the day-to-day that it can be easy to forget to have fun together. However, a...
When was the last time you looked closely at your company’s profile and how it presents itself to the outside world? When was the last time you looked closely at your company’s...
If prospects aren’t saying yes to what your firm is suggesting, consider changing the structure of the conversation. Over the years, many in the integration business have learned...
WALL-SMART products beautifully conceal tech gear in homes and businesses. Co-founder Galia Ben-Dor shares what's new in the lineup for 2024 and what will debut during the...
Consumers need to know what makes your offering unique, different, and better than what they see in headlines or on social media. While residential technology offerings continue...
Making plans based on the past can shed proper light on what’s right for your business. As the year winds down and the last of the holidays come into view, many are wrapping up...

















