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AV Trade TalkMastering Connectivity Series, Episode 5 — HDMI 2.2: Engineering the Future of AV InfrastructureAV Trade Talk: Mastering Connectivity Series, Episode 5 — HDMI 2.2: Engineering the Future of AV Infrastructure
The future of audiovisual connectivity is here — and it’s doubling down. In Episode 5 of the Mastering Connectivity Series, produced in collaboration with Kordz, AV Trade Talk host Katye McGregor Bennett sits down with Kordz Managing Director James Chen and Operations Director Benjamin Yeh for an exclusive deep dive into the newly released HDMI 2.2 specification.
With a staggering data rate leap from 48Gbps to 96Gbps, HDMI 2.2 represents a seismic shift in AV performance and infrastructure requirements. But what does this mean for in...2025-06-301h 06
AV Trade TalkMastering Connectivity: Outdoor Network Cables: Challenges, Innovations, and Best Practices [Sponsored by Kordz]In this episode of AV Trade Talk, we head outside—literally—to explore the critical role outdoor network cables play in today’s connected environments. Whether it’s powering up smart gardens, securing properties with surveillance tech, or enabling robust backyard entertainment zones, outdoor networking is no longer optional—it's essential.
Joining host Katye McGregor Bennett this time are expert guests Nathan Holmes of WhyReboot, Eddie Shapiro of SmartTouch USA, and Benjamin Yeh from Kordz, a leader in high-performance cabling solutions, who break down everything you need to know about outdoor-rated and direct burial cables. We’ll dive into the...2025-05-021h 11
AV Trade TalkTech Talk: How FutureCare Solutions Group Provides Meaningful, Proactive Health & Wellness InterventionsWhat does it take to provide proactive, meaningful health and wellness interventions? Up until now, that's been a real challenge. In this episode, recorded during ISE 2025 in Barcelona Spain, Katye chats with Kyle Steele of FutureCare Solutions Group and Global Wave Integration about a new, expanded service offering that can do just that. It was born from the notion that we can do better by harnessing AI and advanced sensor technology and brought to market with proven results, Kyle's passionate storytelling of how it all came to be and where it can go is captured in this fun chat...2025-02-2126 minAV Trade TalkTech Talk: An Illuminating Lighting Design Chat With The Light Lady, Lynne Stambouly, and Bruce Clark of Illuminated Lighting DesignIlluminated Lighting Design. What's all about? In this episode, recorded during ISE 2025 in Barcelona Spain for the Connecting Tech + Design pod, Katye chats with Lynne Stambouly, The Light Lady, and Bruce Clark, who together are part of a new collective — Illuminated Lighting Design — about their professional lighting design services now available to integrators, designers, architects, property managers and homeowners. Not only do Lynne and Bruce share details of that offering, but they also provide valuable insights and many humorous illustrations about the challenges that exist in getting lighting right. How can that be translated into a new or expanded servi...2025-02-2149 minAV Trade TalkTech Talk: Why We Need To Focus More On Air & Water QualityDid you know? 99% of the global population breathes air that is below "good" quality levels. With water, we face similar challenges. In this episode, recorded at ISE 2025 in Barcelona Spain, Michael D. Ham of RePure talks about the need for far better air & water quality and how RePure's Healthy Home OS provides peace of mind by helping you identify, track, and remove harmful contaminants in your air and water. RePure's multi-award winning solutions are just the beginning. Michael shares news about a new partnership with Delos, discusses recent stage talks about Healthy Home Opportunities, and introduces the term Salutogenesis...2025-02-2133 min
AV Trade TalkMastering Connectivity: Building and Shipping The Ultimate Audio Demo Room [Sponsored by Kordz]Mastering Connectivity: Building and Shipping The Ultimate Audio Demo Room [Sponsored by Kordz]
In this fourth installment of the Mastering Connectivity Series, Sponsored by Kordz, Peter Aylett of Officina Acustica, David Meyerowitz of Trinnov, Lars Johansen of Perlisten Audio, and James Chen of Kordz discuss the extensive work required to design, build, calibrate, commission, and prepare The Ultimate Audio Demo for a major international event. It’s a fun and lively discussion about what it takes to get a demo of this scale ready to debut as well as the logistics of packing it all up and ship...2025-01-131h 00
AV Trade TalkMastering Connectivity: Building A CEDIA Award-Winning Showroom and Dedicated Home Theater [Sponsored by Kordz]Mastering Connectivity: Building A CEDIA Award-Winning Showroom and Dedicated Home Theater [Sponsored by Kordz]
In this Third installment of the Mastering Connectivity Series, Sponsored by Kordz, Michael and Dr. Hailey Daly of Wired By MJD in Australia discuss what it took to design, build-out, install and commission both an award winning showroom and a dedicated home theater in a small space along a busy high street. They share some of the challenges faced and solutions they and the team came up with to bring their dreams to life.
Download, tune in, and enjoy! More episodes will...2024-12-0347 min
AV Trade TalkEstablishing the Technology Integrator SOC occupational code - your support is needed!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 efforts to establish a Technology Integrator SOC occupational code.
Why is this important? Smart Home Professionals, or Technology Integrators, are currently misclassified as a subset of the electrical trade within the SOC system. In the next revision to the SOC system, our community feels it is vital Technology Integrators are recognized with a separate SOC occupational code. A Technology Integrator’s skill set and training is more diverse than other trades, wi...2024-08-3117 min
AV Trade TalkCEDIA Expo: What To Know Before You GoCEDIA 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 place to be if you're in the audiovisual biz. I'm joined in this episode by Jason McGraw, Emerald Expositions Group Vice President, Event Brand Leader, CEDIA Expo, Commercial Integrator Expo, KBIS, and AV-iQ. Jason shares what's taking place before and during CEDIA Expo and some of his favorite parts of the show. Of course, I can't resist sharing my POV, so we discuss that and more in this episode of AV Trade...2024-08-2246 min
AV Trade TalkMastering [Wireless] Connectivity: Why Behind Every Great Wi-Fi Experience There is Always a Great Wired Network [Sponsored by Kordz]Mastering [Wireless] Connectivity:
Wireless Connectivity: Why Behind Every Great Wi-Fi Experience There is Always a Great Wired Network [Sponsored by Kordz]
In this second installment of the Mastering Connectivity Series, Sponsored by Kordz, integration and networking experts dive into how reliable and robust cabling is at the heart of any good Wi-Fi experience.
Download, tune in, and enjoy! More episodes will follow, taking a deeper look at the cable infrastructure industry and diving into the details that matter.
To learn more about Kordz visit www.kordz.com.
2024-06-281h 17
AV Trade TalkBuilding Community: Pickleball Gathering During CEDIA Expo WeekIn 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 group is forming to change that, one "dink" at a time. Host Katye McGregor Bennett is joined in this episode by Alex Capecelatro of Josh.ai and John Sciacca of Custom Theater & Audio in Murrell's Inlet, SC, who are working hard to make a CEDIA community Pickleball event happen during the week of CEDIA Expo 2024. Attendees and Sponsors are needed so please, tune in to h...2024-04-1020 min
AV Trade TalkMastering Connectivity: Why the industry has had connectivity all wrong [Sponsored by Kordz]In this first installment of a new podcast series Sponsored by Kordz called Mastering Connectivity, connectivity experts unravel cabling myths that have plagued the technology integration industry for decades and share how what needs to evolve for integration professionals to meet the demands of tomorrow. Download, tune in, and enjoy! More episodes will follow, taking a deeper look at the cable infrastructure industry and diving into the details that matter.
To learn more about Kordz visit www.kordz.com.
2024-03-2954 min
AV Trade TalkNew Ways to Conceal Tech Gear With WALL-SMARTWALL-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 Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) show in Barcelona, Spain.
2024-01-2911 min
AV Trade TalkYoga returns to CEDIA Expo 2023What's this AV Yoga thing all about? AV Yoga @ CEDIA Expo is led by Maddie Ringer of Mad Yoga on YouTube and Sunshine Yoga in Red Lodge, MT. In this episode Maddie shares what to expect, what not to worry about, and what you'll get out of it. TRUST ME, this pre-show morning practice will wake you up, re-energize you, and stretch you out, a perfect way to start the last day of CEDIA Expo.
Please note: AV Yoga @ CEDIA Expo takes place Saturday, Sept. 9th @ 7:30 in the Colorado Convention Center but is only open t...2023-09-0610 min
AV Trade TalkCEDIA Expo 2023 Mashup: What attendees are excited to see, learn, and do in DenverHere we go! CEDIA Expo 2023 kicks off Sept. 7th. Hear what attendees are excited to see, learn, and do while in Denver, CO for the show in this new episode of AV Trade Talk. Thanks for tuning in!
2023-09-0628 min
AV Trade TalkBreaking AV News: CE Pro Editor Jason Knott Joins D-Tools TeamBreaking AV Industry News: Longtime CE Pro Editor Jason Knott Joins the D-Tools Team. We didn't see this one coming but, wow, what a move! Tune in to hear what it was about D-Tools that piqued Jason's interest so much that he had to join the team. Hint: it's all in the numbers. Download, listen, and share your thoughts, #avtweeps! Learn more about D-Tools at www.d-tools.com.
2023-04-2720 min
AV Trade TalkVoices from the AV industry: What everyone’s excited to see, learn, and enjoy during CEDIA Expo 2022It's CEDIA Expo time again! What's everyone in the CEDIA channel eager to see, do, eat & drink this week in Dallas? Tune in to hear from AV industry integrators, reps, brands, and associations and learn what they have their eyes on and where they're planning to spend their time during CEDIA Expo and after hours around Dallas. Grab a pen and take notes, lots of great info is shared in this episode!
2022-09-2721 min
AV Trade TalkSony’s New Pro AV Lineup (2022)Tech talk: Sony's 2022 Pro AV lineup offers a broader range of products and truly innovative solutions, filling much-needed gaps in ways only Sony can deliver. Get the details about this year's offering from Rich Ventura, Vice President of B2B at Sony Electronics. Learn more about Sony's Pro AV offering at www.pro.sony/ue_US/home.
2022-05-2526 min
AV Trade TalkSony’s New Residential TV & Projector Lineup (2022)Tech talk: Sony's 2022 residential TV lineup is bigger, brighter, and more affordable than ever and the new projectors offer amazing image quality. We talk about Mini LED, OLED, QLED, lasers, and more. Get the details about this year's offering and Sony's Road Show schedule from Jayson Savage, Associate Sales Manager for Sony's CI channel business. Learn more at www.sonypremiumhome.com.
2022-05-2536 min
AV Trade TalkSo, you want to author a book? See how Kat Wheeler did it during the Pandemic!Author and AV industry pro Kat Wheeler talks about her new book, There is no cloud, and what it took to get it published (during a pandemic, no less).
Story brief: As a sales rep for SmartTech, the world’s largest home automation company, Cameron Caldwell’s job is to keep customers happy… and buying. That means the current bane of her existence is a rival company’s home AI device, the HomeTech Hub. Her customers want to use the HTH’s voice commands to control the electronics she’s selling them—and if she wants to keep selling t...2021-02-2239 min
AV Trade TalkAVbites: Holiday baking fun, family traditions, memories and mishapsFriends from the audiovisual industry share stories of their favorite holiday traditions, recipes, memories, and mishaps. We talk a little tech, too, as neighborhood holiday light displays always catch a tech-lovers eye. Michelle shares her "Million Dollar Rum Cake" recipe and Brad offers some Keto-licious options (and lessons learned along the way). Another FUN episode in the AVFoodies Detour Series, this week's guests include Gina Sansivero, Michelle Loret, Amanda Wildman, Brad Montgomery, Christa Bender, Jenn Steinhardt, and Alison Maxson, with Katye McGregor Bennett and Vijita U.G. co-hosting. Download, tune-in, and enjoy! Happy Holidays!
2020-12-241h 32
AV Trade TalkAVbites: Thanksgiving meals and family traditions
Friends gather to share stories of their favorite thanksgiving feasts, recipes, traditions, memories, and kitchen mishaps, as well as their time-tested tips for a great holiday. From prep times and ingredients, turkey and ham, to sides, desserts, and beverages, we cover it all in this episode, another in the AVFoodies Detour Series. Guests include Gina Sansivero, Chuck Espinoza, Jayson Savage, Christa Bender, Robert Keeler, Alison Maxson, and Dave Pedigo, with Katye McGregor Bennett and Vijita U.G. co-hosting.
2020-11-242h 03
AV Trade TalkAVbites: Craft beer and good cheer
🍺 Join us for another installment of our AV Foodies Diversion Series, where we discuss some of our favorite craft beer and the breweries behind them, the virtues of logging your brew experiences on Untapped and nitro, and, of course, we weave in a little coffee talk, too. Breweries mentioned include Modern Times, Dos Desperados, Dogfish Head, and more. Guest include Christa Bender, Shawn Tobin, Jonathan Brawn, Mike Gatopoulus, and Erica Williams. Vijita U.G. joins again as co-host.
2020-11-241h 18
AV Trade TalkUnpacking a CEDIA Award-winning project: Best Home Cinema Level II by Thoughtful Integrations
When a custom home builder in Dallas, TX needed a high-performance home theater installed into a luxury show home in less than a month, he contacted Thoughtful Integrations, a tech integration firm well-versed in the process. Whereas home theaters with all the bells and whistles typically take several months to design, engineer, install, and calibrate, this one was done in a matter of weeks and with award-winning results. Tune-in to learn how they created a room that accommodates all ages and interests, including sports, movies, gaming, music, or any other entertainment choice. Brands mentioned include Rayva, Anthem...2020-11-1741 minAV Trade TalkUnpacking Josh.ai's big reveal — Meet Nano, Core, and more!Josh.ai CEO Alex Capecelatro shares details about Nano, the world's first Architectural Microphone, and Josh Core, an elegantly designed server that acts as the central brain for this truly remarkable voice-automated home technology ecosystem. This changes the voice control and automation game entirely and offers a fun way to interact with your home, in a manner that's safe, secure, and maintains your privacy. Tune in to learn about this fascinating new tech offering.
2020-11-1022 min
AV Trade TalkFeel Good Fare: Kicks for Kids Kickoff; AV industry fundraising for children's shoes
Feel good fodder: As families across the nation struggle with economic hardship, the holidays can be particularly difficult. To help make the holidays a little brighter, Access Networks is spearheading a fundraiser being facilitated by The Boys & Girls Club to provide children across the country with a pair of brand-new Nike shoes. There's a fundraising goal of 1,000 pairs of shoes between now and the end of December. That's a small sum to bring a big smile to someone in need, so, let's DO this, everyone! Bryce Nordstrand, CSO, shares details in this quick 'cast. Please, download, listen...2020-11-0612 min
AV Trade TalkAVbites: Game Meat
For many, game meat is a healthy alternative to commercial or farmed varieties. In this AV Foodies Detour Series episode guests share some of their favorite types, cuts, how to make a great meal with game meat and what not to do. Hint: don't eat "gamey" smelling or tasing meat, do try sous vide, less is more when seasoning, and so much more. Tune-in, #AVfoodies, you'll learn something new, for sure!
2020-10-0254 min
AV Trade TalkAVbites: Gardening through the pandemic
Ah, the humble home garden. What was once a weekend hobby has become a COVID escape and success story, of sorts. Diverse and abundant harvests lead to creative home-cooked meals and something to share with neighbors, family, and friends. Perfectly-timed with the start of Autumn, we talk about different gardening styles, which veggies and fruits were most successful this year. We ALSO learn not only the British term for Zucchini but also what a Veggetti is, that an all-in-one toaster-oven-broiler-air fryer-and a dehydrator can all harmoniously exist in one unit, and that while Gina doesn't like single-purpose...2020-09-231h 27
AV Trade TalkAVbites: Favorite craft cocktails and how to make 'em
Making craft cocktails at home is an art, one with exceptional rewards. International award-winning bartender Jeff Savage of Botanist in Vancouver, Canada shares his take on the Cordial as well as some great tips and tricks only the pros know (like, how to make directional ice and why you'd want to in in the first place). Brother Jayson Savage, who those of you in the CEDIA channel may know from Sony, discusses the finer points of the NutraBullet's ability to crush a Pina Colada, while Barrie McCorkle (of D-Tools) takes us on a tour of his multi-page...2020-09-071h 06
AV Trade TalkCreating effective WFH and e-learning spaces in homes throughout the NY tri-state area; A talk with The Source Home Theater Installation & Design Corp's Todd Anthony Puma
Creating effective WFH and e-learning environments quickly and with minimal onsite time is an art and one The Source Home Theater Installation and Design proudly offers to clients through the NY tri-state area. CEO Todd Anthony Puma shares how The Source integrates Crestron Mercury, Logitech, and other brands to make it happen. Download and tune-in, #AVtweeps, you'll hear some great tips!
2020-08-0735 min
AV Trade TalkAVbites: EPIC Burgers; what we dream of, where we get 'em, how we make 'em
You know that burger, the one that you dream of and hope to make at home some day? We talk about that with guests Shawn Tobin, Patty Wanzer, and Philip Leimbach, who share their recipes and tips & tricks. Tune-in, #AVtweeps and #AVfoodies!
#AVfoodies #AVbites @Views_by_V @swtobin @synigizesales @paleimbach @vinbrunonyc1 #AVtweeps #KMBpodcasts
2020-08-0753 min
AV Trade TalkAVbites: Talkin' all things Pizza; Forno Bravo and Ooni ovens and our favorite techniques, recipes, and lessons learned
Eh, yo, love homemade pizza? Ah, then, tune-in to this one, for sure. We talk about the Forno Bravo and Ooni pizza ovens and guests Mark Decker, Mark Fielder, Rob Keeler, and co-host Vijita U.G. share their favorite recipes, types, tips & techniques, and there's some talk about hydration, 00 vs. AP flour, pizza stones and steels, and the role corn meal plays. Yes, we even discuss the great pineapple debate. Grab a pen and paper for this one, whether a novice pizzaiolo/pizzaioli (pizza maker) or just one who loves a good pizza pie, you'll want to...2020-07-201h 09
AV Trade TalkChecking out cyberManor's New Home Tech Experience Center in Los Gatos, CAA detailed tour of cyberManor's new home tech show house in Los Gatos, CA features the best in tech and top-of-the connected kitchen appliances and bathroom fixtures, all seamlessly controlled by voice and traditional home automation system. A connected in-car experience extends the home's capabilities and an energy management and storage system provides clean, affordable power for it all. Tune-in to hear how it was done and how integrators and designers & architects can work together to create similar tech-enhanced homes that are easy to execute and thoroughly enjoyable. Download, listen, and share your thoughts!
2020-07-1045 min
AV Trade TalkAVbites: Grillin' & Chillin' this summerSummertime grillin' & chillin' season is here! Guests Mark Okern, Nancy Blanchard, Zach Gamez, and co-host Vijita UG share their favorite things to grill, recipes, cuts of meat, and we have a lengthy talk about spices, rubs, and sauces. Heard of Meat Church? We talk about their videos, spice mixes, and how to get the best results from the grill, smoker, and oven. Tune-in, #AVtweeps, this is a fun-filled show with lots of tips, recipes, and laughs. #AVfoodies unite!
#AVtweeps @views_by_v @katyemcgregor @mark_okern @ nancyblanchard @buzcg @MeatChurch #AVfoodies #AVbites
2020-07-071h 08
AV Trade TalkReady for takeoff? AtlasIED's about to unleash AMAZING new audio tech — hear about it here, 1st!AtlasIED reveals some details about the live lift-off event taking place at a secret location on July 28th where a brand new platform and associated products will launch. Following the event, guests who have registered will be invited to a live virtual demo room, offered by appointment only, to learn more about new platform and product. Presented virtually but to provide a similar experience as in-person audio demo rooms at trade shows, AtlasIED will staff the demos with on-staff product managers three times a day for three days. Download and tune-in to learn what they're doing, how they'll pull...2020-06-3030 min
AV Trade TalkSavant talks about WiSA and AVB technologySavant's Steve Silberman talks about WiSA and AVB technology, what it means and how to integrate it using Savant's lineup of audio solutions.
2020-06-2234 min
AV Trade TalkAVbites: Serving up our favorite grilled foods. Grilling how-to's, tips, tricks, and recipes, oh my!
We gathered some #AVfoodies for this 1st episode of #AVbites to talk about their favorite grilled food and grilling techniques, recipes, and tips & tricks. Hear Jimmy's Big Green Egg review, Rob's perfect burger, Dave's Sous Vide addiction, and Kaleo's newfound skills, Vijita's favorite restaurant burger, and Katye's thoughts on it all. Tasty insights are shared here, so grab a beverage and something to write with, you won't want to miss this one!
Guests: Vijita UG is co-host, Jimmy Paschke, Dave Pedigo, Dan O'Donnell, and Robert Keeler
#AVfoodies #AVbites @JimmyPaschke @1RobertKeeler @DHODonnell @davepedigo @Views...2020-06-191h 13
AV Trade TalkTurning lemons into lemonade, what to do now during these unprecedented timesThere's a lot of uncertainty out in the world right now but the custom AV integration community is perfectly poised to serve as an important resource for homeowners and WFH professionals, now more than ever. We discuss what the community is experiencing and ways to approach clients with the right solutions, and those needed most right now. Networking, voice control, music & movies, and ways to stay sane, serve clients, and rise above are all part of the conversation but you've truly got to plug in and take it all in to get all the insights. COVID-19 and Coronavirus will...2020-03-202h 08
AV Trade TalkMike Blackman & Katye talk ISE 2020: What not to miss & where the best eateries are
In this now annual conversation about all things ISE, Mike & Katye talk about the show but also host city Amsterdam and where to get a great meal or enjoy craft beer, whiskey, wine. Download and tune-in this is a fun one!
2020-02-0234 minAV Trade TalkDesign+Tech Talk: Hosts from KBTalks, CEDIA Podcast, AVTT, Connecting Tech + Design and a couple AV integrators got together at CEDIA Expo to share what caught their eye and trends they're followingSpecial mashup show combining CEDIA Podcast hosts Ed Wenck and Walt Zerbe, KB Talks substitute-host Molly Switzer, AV Trade Talk and Connecting Tech + Design host Katye (McGregor) Bennett, with special guests integrators Joe Whitaker of Thoughtful Integrations and Gordon Van Zuiden of cyberManor talking connected homes, energy management, human centric lighting, security, AI, machine learning, and how it's all coming together in the modern home by way of tech integrators, interior designers, architects, and adjacent trades. Download, tune-in, and listen! #avtweeps #cediaexpo #kmbpodcasts @CEDIA @CEDIAExpo @KMBTalks @NKBA @ConnectingTandD @AVTradeTalk
2019-10-2830 min
Connecting Tech + Design with Katye (McGregor) BennettTech Talk: Hosts from the KBTalks, CEDIA Podcast, AV Trade Talk, and Connecting Tech + Design podcasts and a couple of AV integrators share tech shown at CEDIA Expo 2019 and trends they're followingSpecial mashup show combining CEDIA Podcast hosts Ed Wenck and Walt Zerbe, KB Talks substitute-host Molly Switzer, AV Trade Talk and Connecting Tech + Design host Katye (McGregor) Bennett, with special guests integrators Joe Whitaker of Thoughtful Integrations and Gordon Van Zuiden of cyberManor talking connected homes, energy management, human centric lighting, security, AI, machine learning, and how it's all coming together in the modern home by way of tech integrators, interior designers, architects, and adjacent trades. Download, tune-in, and listen! #avtweeps #cediaexpo #kmbpodcasts @CEDIA @CEDIAExpo @KMBTalks @NKBA @ConnectingTandD @AVTradeTalk
2019-10-2830 minAV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Getting True Dolby Atmos and 4K content with the best possible audio-video performance at home. A talk with Cortex VIP Cinemas, Zappiti, and Torus PowerThree AV brands share how they maximize the home entertainment experience by delivering true Dolby Atmos, 4K viewing, and pristine audio-video. They also talk about the art of the demo and some of the unique nuances one experiences at a trade show. It's all about the experience! Hear thoughts on new tech coming to market, new categories, and recent and upcoming product introductions. If you're a part of the CEDIA community (or a fan of it), tune-in! This is a compelling conversation about some fun and foundational residential tech.
2019-10-1554 minAV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: What CEDIA Expo Attendees Are Excited to See & What Exhibitors are Showcasing.CEDIA Expo Mashup: Residential tech integration and interior design attendees of CEDIA Expo 2019 share what they're going to see, learn about, what's got their attention, and what trends they're following, and several exhibitors chime in with what they're introducing, showcasing, or teaching while there. Guests include: Anthony Chrisostomo of Home Theater of Long Island, Camilla Ballario of Leon Speakers, Dawn DeLuca of Dawn DeLuca on Design, Gina Sansivero of AtlasIED/MiTek, Gordon van Zuiden of cyberManor, Heather Sidorowicz of Southtown AV, Jamie Briesemeister of Integration Controls, Joe Whitaker of Thoughtful Integrations, Josh Christian of the HTA, Kevin Main of...2019-09-101h 44AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Cortex VIP Systems @ CEDIA ExpoCortex VIP Cinemas exclusively sells and is a worldwide distributor of Dolby Laboratories’ professional cinema products for home use. In this episode, Co-Founders Steve Evanitsky and John Russel share what that means and how the company will demonstrate the revolutionary Dolby CP850-C Audio Processor as part of a Sound Room experience utilizing Pro Audio Technology speakers and components during CEDIA Expo 2019. Designed by the engineers at Dolby Laboratories, the CP850-C Audio Processor embodies the same hardware and software components utilized by commercial theaters across the globe and SR-6 is the only place on the CEDIA Expo show fl...2019-09-0948 minAV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Hero Labs and the Sonic Water Leak Detection SystemMore than just a water leak detection system, Hero Labs' Sonic learns a home's water usage behavior patterns and charts where water is used, therefore enabling homeowners not only the peace of mind that leaks won't go undetected but that they know how their usage breaks down each month in terms of cost and waste. Fascinating, innovative, and just plain cool, listen in to learn how this new product is coming to market and how CEDIA Expo attendees can get involved with Hero. Download, tune-in, and enjoy! #avtweeps #cediaexpo #kmbpodcasts @WeAreHeroLabs @CEDIA @CEDIAExpo
2019-09-0933 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Big screen experiences in every room of the home and outdoors, too. A chat with Blake Vackar of Screen InnovationsGetting the big screen experience at home while maintaining a clean, contemporary aesthetic in the home (and outdoors, too) has never been easier or more impressive. Blake Vackar of Screen Innovations shares what's new with screen and projector offerings as alternatives to TVs and how to get the best viewing experience possible. If you've ever met him or heard Blake talk you know he's not only the most passionate advocate for the big screen experience and a great educator, but a ton of fun to listen to and learn from. This episode is packed with design ideas, sales tips...2019-08-0948 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: IoT and Wellness Tech, what you need to know. A chat with Mike Maniscalco.As a tech and IoT expert as well as a father of a young son living with Type-1 Diabetes, Mike Maniscalco founded Better Living Technologies to ease the burden of chronic disease management through better visibility and insights into health data. In this special episode Mike shares how he's leveraging his smart home tech integration expertise to help caregivers reduce stress and anxiety while at the same time, gain a better understanding of disease trends through new Type-1 Diabetes tech that's allowing CGM and pump data to be more accessible and insightful by distributing information across interfaces patients and...2019-08-0553 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Meet John Greene of New EraNew Era Technology VP of Sales & Marketing John Greene shares details of the winding road that ultimately led him to the audio-visual trade as well as some of the fun that took place during InfoComm 2019 and the now-annual event known as #AvRaoke (including an apology to Cory Schaeffer of QSC for his early departure). John also shares thoughts on ways tech integration firms and architects & interior designers can work better together (amen!). Many thanks and huge hugs to Starin Marketing and Chris Neto for inviting us to be part of BASE CAMP at InfoComm19 where indie podcasts like AV...2019-06-1816 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Meet the Content Marketing Pros @ Pivot CommunicationsPivot Communications is an innovative content marketing firm that develops revenue-driving lead generation programs for hi-tech and professional AV companies, serving a global client base. What's that mean? More effective ways to target, engage, and sell more to your ideal audience. Find out what that really means and why you should consider this offering in this short episode. Pivot Communications Managing Partner, Jane Johnson, and Client Services Manager (and CTS-holder) Christa Bender, also share what they were excited to see during InfoComm 2019, where this podcast was recorded. Many thanks and huge hugs to Starin Marketing and Chris Neto for...2019-06-1813 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Catching up with the HTA (Home Technology Association)Katye McGregor Bennett catches up with Director of Certification for Home Technology Association (HTA), Josh Christian. In this episode, Josh talks about what's new with the organization, including the newly enhanced HTA Budget Calculator and its many purposes—not only for integrator use, but as a tool to get the conversation started and the door opened with architects, designers, and builders. In fact, HTA is even making it available for other brands to use. Learn all about it and more here.
2019-06-1251 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Introducing Caregiver Smart SolutionsAfter his father was diagnosed with cancer and having spent his career in technology, Ryan Herd of residential tech integration firm One Sound Choice assumed there were plenty of eldercare resources that would tell him how his dad was doing. Was he getting up, using the bathroom, making his coffee, opening the fridge? What he found out was that not only does this not exist but that he and his team had the answers. Download and tune-in to learn about Caregiver Smart Solutions, hear Ryan's pitch, and find out how the company intends to "change the world!"
2019-06-0852 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Catching up on residential networking trends and ways Access Networks is helping tech integration pros deliver bulletproof Wi-FiThe network is not just the life-blood of the residential tech experience, it's the foundation of the home's tech infrastructure. Because of this, its role as a critical component of a project can't be overlooked. Access Networks shares why enterprise-grade gear should be a standard offering, how Access Networks works closely with integration pros to select, source, and support their networking needs, and how the company provides value-added services like site surveys and pre-configured packages in addition its enterprise grade and AN Wireless offering. Subscribe, download, and tune-in!
2019-06-0853 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Bet you didn't see this coming! A chat with AtlasIED's Gina Sansivero and Michael Peveler.AtlasIED is one of the best known audio brands in the Pro AV space but, do you know why? AV Industry veterans Gina Sansivero and Michael Peveler discuss the brand's legacy, its new lineup being shown at InfoComm19, Cisco Live!, and AEEE 2019 (all in the same two-week timeframe), and the more than 20+ new talented partners have joined the company in the last year alone. SCOOP ALERT! How about the inside line on how to get in the running for a 2019 Indian Scout motorcycle? You'll learn about all that and more in this episode of AV Trade Talk. Sit back...2019-06-0842 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Time-tested and data-driven, why D-Tools is still #1 after all these years. A chat with Tim Bigoness.After 20+ years as the audiovisual industry's leading system design and integration software solution provider, D-Tools knows a thing or two about the most effective and efficient ways to accomplish the intensive process that tech integration entails. In this episode, I catch up with my good friend, Tim Bigoness, CMO of D-Tools, and Corey Krehel, CTO, to discuss what it takes to deliver a world-class, data-driven platform and software solution — the two being different and that difference being an important one. They also share some SCOOP about new features being introduced at InfoComm19 and it's possible we discuss a few ot...2019-06-0747 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Talking Tech Summits, Leadership Conference, Awards, and More with CEDIA's Robert Keeler & Giles SuttonIn this episode, Katye catches up with Robert Keeler and Giles Sutton of CEDIA who share updates on the regional events known as the Tech Summits and the newly redesigned CEDIA Leadership Conference and CEDIA Awards, which are now co-located and taking place July 24-26 at the Drake Hotel in Chicago, IL. We also talk about the annual tradeshow CEDIA Expo taking place in Denver, CO September 10-14 and of course, we share some laughs and learn a lot along the way. Not sure what CEDIA is? It's a global residential technology industry association, the acronym standing for Custom...2019-06-0734 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Thoughtful Rebranding, Talking to Joe Whitaker About his Company's Rebranding Effort, Why it Happened and What Went into itConsolidating multiple businesses into one isn't an easy task. Hear how Joe Whitaker went about his company's rebranding effort, why it happened and what went into the transition from Thoughtful Home, Thoughtful Restaurant, and other brands into one, Thoughtful Integrations. Joe also shares valuable tips and insights for integration pros to consider when putting together events, how to involve vendors, partners, and local businesses, and ways to align with the NKBA, NAHB, CEDIA, and other organizations to increase your brand's visibility with the adjacent trades and their customers. We talk about Gary Vee and the influence on Joe's approach...2019-05-301h 15
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Meeting Melissa Price of LeonNearly every brand in the AV space wants to have a closer connection with designers and the design trades. Leon Speakers is leading the charge and taking a bullish approach, appointing a new Director of Strategy, interior designer Melissa Price. Melissa has a lot to share with the AV trade in terms of what's needed and how big a factor technology concealment is in the commercial interior design space. She's got big plans for Leon, too. Listen and learn how she and the Leon team are doubling down on design in 2019.
2019-05-3027 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: A Closer Look at CEDIA's New Reference Theater with Designer/Integrator Dennis Erskine of The Erskine GroupCreating a world-class Reference home theater in a commercial building designed to house offices and an experience center visited by the masses is no small feat. Dennis Erskine of The Erskine Group unpacks the project and shares product & technology consideration insights, how the space and system were designed, and how inherent challenges were overcome to produce what's being called the Best Demo Room in the World. Kevin Main of Torus Power joins to share his experience in the CEDIA HQ Reference Theater and how his company, Torus Power, designed a custom isolation transformer to power and protect the theater...2019-05-301h 04
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Discussing KBIS 2019 and Tech for the Kitchen & Bath. A chat with Gordon van Zuiden of CyberManor.Episode 2: Discussing KBIS from the tech integrator's perspective, the connected kitchen & bath, new opportunities, and some of Gordon's favorite products + trends.
2019-05-2349 min
AV Trade TalkAV Trade Talk: Talking CES 2019 Hits, Misses, and Trends to Watch.Episode 1:Discussing CES and notable converged tech + design product introductions, highlights some of the likely trends coming out of it with Ryan Herd (NKBA Insider, tech integration pro), Angel Piontek (Caldwell Banker), George Walter (Rayva Home Theaters), Alex Capecelatro and Stephen Wayne (Josh.ai), Mark Cichowski (Clarity AV, CEDIA Tech Summit).
2019-05-201h 17