CEDIA

News

Ron Callis Joins CEDIA Foundation Advisory Board

The CEDIA Foundation plays a critical role in addressing workforce development challenges across the custom integration industry.

News

Oasys Expands Education Initiatives with Strategic Partnerships and Training Programs

Now offers IntegrateU and Lighting Excellence Dojo alongside refreshed CEDIA programming.

News

CEDIA-backed Workforce Development Bill Passes U.S. House

The bipartisan “Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act” has been included in the federal tax bill that is now under consideration.

CEDIA Show

CEDIA Unveils Future-Focused Education Program for CEDIA Expo

The program features five tracks, covering business, emerging technologies, technical, certification, and design & build.

News

CEDIA Foundation Launches Workforce Initiative: 100 Techs in 100 Days

New program aims to fast-track aspiring technicians into the smart home industry.

Awards

CEDIA Opens 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award Nominations

The award recognizes individuals who have made an extraordinary and lasting impact on the professional smart home industry.

Blogs

Navigating Tariffs: A Survival Guide for Custom Integrators

How integrators can manage economic uncertainty and emerge stronger.

CEDIA Second Annual Smart Home Day on Capitol Hill

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CEDIA Returns to the U.S. Capitol for Second Annual Smart Home Day

CEDIA representatives advocated for policies that support trade provision, technology innovation, and workforce development.

Behind the Business

The Premium Standard: Enhancing Success with CEDIA

An integrator explains why he upgraded to the Premium CEDIA membership tier.

CEDIA Show

CEDIA Unveils Updates for 2025 CEDIA Expo Education Conference

Expert-led sessions allow technicians to upskill, owners to grow their businesses.

Events

CEDIA Hosts Webinar on Tariffs and the CI Channel

February 24 event will cover how tariffs may affect the custom integration industry — and what you can do about it.

Awards

CEDIA Launches the 2025 Smart Home Awards with New Categories

Deadlines for entries are until April 11 for Home Technology Integrator categories and June 6 for Business, Individual, and Manufacturer Product categories.

News

CEDIA Launches the CEDIA Foundation

The charity supports access to education for the next generation of smart home professionals.

Currently, technology integrators are misclassified as a subset of the electrical trade, which overlooks their unique and varied skill set.

Behind the Business

Making a Name for Ourselves

CEDIA is leading the charge to establish “Technology Integrator” as a recognized occupation within the U.S. Standard Occupational Classification system.

News

CEDIA Launches CEDIA Online Learning

CEDIA’s new learning platform has been rebuilt to meet the evolving needs of members worldwide.

News

CEDIA Recaps Its Global Fight for Integrators in 2024

As the year winds down, CEDIA notches advocacy wins and sets up an active 2025.

News

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.

News

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.

Alex Capecelatro, chairperson of the CEDIA Board, welcomed attendees to the CEDIA Smart Home Awards ceremony.

News

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.

Industry experts checked the currently pulse of the industry and looked ahead to 2025 during a Thursday morning panel discussion.

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.

Understanding HDMI Technology Requires Ongoing Integrator Training

HDMI LA vice president of marketing Brad Bramy interviews CEDIA tech consultant David Meyer.

News

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.

Daisy technician taking an education course

News

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.

CEDIA Expo is adding a new Connectivity Pavilion.

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.

CEDIA + HTSA Partnership – Daryl and John

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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.

News

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.

Daryl Friedman and CEDIA Board of Directors

News

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.

News

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...