In our series of #CEDIAShares blogs, we’re talking with exhibitors about the hottest technologies and trends they’re looking to see at CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025.
Q&A with Maryellen Oswald, partnerships development manager at Somfy.
Why exhibit at CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025?
Dedicated to home technology, CEDIA Expo is the one place we can engage directly with the industry’s top integrators. It is an important time for our teams to have meaningful one-on-one conversations and gain valuable feedback on how we are doing and where we can improve.
What is the most exciting trend you expect to see at the show?
This year at Expo, I believe we’ll see AI fully integrated as a standard feature in home technology, showcasing how far companies have come in leveraging it to enhance user experiences. I also expect to see a stronger focus on energy management and backup power solutions, as the industry continues to prioritize sustainability and smarter resource control. We have seen this come full circle with categories like lighting and shading.
What will you focus on at the show?
Our goal this year is to showcase Somfy solutions that prioritize time and efficiency. We are hosting our first-ever hands-on PoE commissioning contest at our booth, giving attendees the opportunity to showcase their skills and truly experience how easy it is to integrate our motors into third-party systems. The top four contestants will receive prizes valued from $500–$2500. So, I invite you all to stop by the booth and test your skills.
To learn more, check out Somfy in booth #3412 at CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025 and visit https://www.somfypro.com/.
