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CEDIA Recaps Its Global Fight for Integrators in 2024
As the year winds down, CEDIA notches advocacy wins and sets up an active 2025.
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CEDIA Announces Newly Elected Board of Directors for 2025-2027 Term
Henry Clifford and Manojkumar Soni will take their seats on the CEDIA Board of Directors January 2025.
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CEDIA Unveils New Multi-Tiered Membership Structure
Effective Jan.1, 2025, integrator members will be able to join at the Starter, Professional, or Premium levels.
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CEDIA Announces Smart Home Awards Americas Winners
Event honored integrators, manufacturers, and influential individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry over the past year.
Blogs
State of the Industry at CEDIA Expo 2024: Experts Agree on Favorable Outlook
The panelists expressed excitement and concerns seen from a national perspective, as well as what their group members are experiencing.
Awards
CEDIA Announces the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award and Fellow Recipients
Rich Green and Michael Cogbill are honored.
Awards
2024 CEDIA Smart Home Awards Americas Finalists Announced
Celebrates exceptional projects, products, businesses, and individuals from CEDIA member companies.
Awards
Save The Date: CEDIA Smart Home Awards Celebrate Winners on Sept 6
Honors outstanding achievements by integrators, manufacturers, distributors, and individuals.
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Understanding HDMI Technology Requires Ongoing Integrator Training
HDMI LA vice president of marketing Brad Bramy interviews CEDIA tech consultant David Meyer.
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CEDIA Advocates to Establish “Technology Integrator” as U.S.-Recognized Occupation
Association working with industry, Congress, and Bureau of Labor Statistics to establish the Technology Integrator occupational code within the Standard Occupational Classification.
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Daisy and CEDIA Partner to Provide Custom Training
New alliance enables Daisy’s nationwide network of integration firms access to CEDIA-certified content and courses.
Events
Amplify People Announces Hiring Success Summer Webinar Series
Amplify People partners with top hiring experts from OneVision and CEDIA for the three-part series.
Behind the Business
CEDIA Advocacy Update: Backing the Business
Around the clock and around the country, CEDIA’s advocacy efforts gain momentum.
CEDIA Show
CEDIA Announces Programming for Smart Home Technology Conference at CEDIA Expo
Showcases over 80 sessions focusing on the latest trends in the industry and strategies to enhance business practices.
Features
Making Connections
After a brief pause, Mitchell Klein is back in the CI biz as CEDIA’s new VP of business development and as project manager for...
Events
Kordz’s Termination Challenge Featured at CEDIA Tech + Business Summits
Integrators can compete for prizes and bragging rights in a lively beat-the-clock format.
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CEDIA Teams With HTSA on Education Program
Partnership allows HTSA members to take advantage of in-person education opportunities at CEDIA’s facility.
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Mitchell Klein and Paul Dolenc Join CEDIA Executive Leadership Team
The new Vice Presidents will play an integral role in helping to build the institution and reimagine its service to the industry.
Blogs
Why Are You CEDIA Certified?
Professionals explain the reason behind their certifications and the impact it has had.
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CEO Friedman Extends CEDIA Contract Through 2027
With proven success in financial stability, industry advocacy, and increased member engagement at CEDIA, Friedman is poised to lead the association into its next...
Events
VITAL to Present at Nine CEDIA Tech + Business Summits
VITAL president Matt Bernath will provide tips to make your CI business stronger and more profitable.
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CEDIA Advocates for Integrators During Inaugural CEDIA Day on the Hill
Met with political leaders to address The Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow's Workforce Act and the creation of an “integrator” classification in the SOC...
Blogs
Lightapalooza 2024: It Takes a Village to Raise a Channel
The need to work together — both within the channel and with the other trades — was a central theme of the ever-evolving event.
Awards
CEDIA Expands Smart Home Awards for 2024
Has expanded its individual awards category to include Best Newcomer, Best Sales/Manufacturer’s Representative, and Best Technician.
Behind the Business
Bridging the Workforce Gap
One year after its debut, CEDIA NextGen is being used globally to empower and inform young people about opportunities in the smart home industry.
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CEDIA Board of Directors Announces New Appointments and 2024 Executive Committee
Diverse group of new directors represents a broad range of skills, regions, and business sectors
Back to Business
Taking Strides With Independent-Living Technology
How CEDIA Member of Excellence Automated Spaces changed the conversation around this growing product category.
Events
CEDIA Announces Plans for ISE 2024
Includes a comprehensive development program, certification, and networking opportunities.
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New Research Approach from CEDIA Places Industry at $29 Billion
For the 2023 report, CEDIA has bolstered integrator survey responses with specification data from D-Tools and Portal.
Blogs
CEDIA Advocates at the Michigan State Capitol
As the association expands initiatives to protect integrators, members are rising to the occasion.
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CEDIA Issues Its First Federal Filing
Association explains the importance of professional integration for cybersecurity.
Features
The Rise of Innovative Lighting in Smart Homes
Demonstrating the impact of lighting and shades in the home with the 2023 CEDIA Smart Home Award winners.
Events
Just Add Power Helps Jumpstart Smart Home Technology Careers With CEDIA
Will host a three-day CEDIA CIT Jumpstart Training at its Florida headquarters.
Behind the Business
Federal Issues You’ll Want to Know About
A look at the areas of the federal government that have an impact on custom integration businesses.
Events
WiCT and CEDIA Host Coaching Event at CEDIA HQ
The all-day event will feature three breakout sessions exploring the benefits of executive coaching.
Events
CEDIA Legislative Day to Take Place at the Michigan State Capitol on Oct. 18
The event will emphasize the importance of skilled trades in Michigan and the need for a proper regulatory environment to support the smart home...
Awards
2023 CEDIA Smart Home Award Winners Announced
Submissions to the newly invigorated awards program were the highest since 2018.
Awards
CEDIA Names 2023 Volunteers of the Year
The Volunteers of the Year will be recognized at the 2023 CEDIA Smart Home Awards ceremonies across the association’s three regions.
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CEDIA Releases Updates to NextGen: Smart Home Career Toolkit
Now includes Spanish translations for toolkit resources and regional presentations that explain the industry and viable career pathways.
Awards
CEDIA Names 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient and Fellow
CEDIA has announced Steve Moore as the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and James Chen as the 2023 CEDIA Fellow.