Blogs
Lightapalooza 2026 Preview
The fifth annual event moves to a new location but continues to provide a wealth of training opportunities.
Event
Events
Forte Distribution to Preview New Shanling SACD Player at Capital Audiofest 2025
Eversolo, Shanling, and ONIX Models to be featured in the company’s CAF ’25 exhibit.
Awards
CEDIA Announces 2025 Smart Home Awards EMEA Winners
The awards ceremony took place on Friday, November 7, at The Londoner in Leicester Square, London
Events
Registration Opens for the 2026 ProSource Summit
Takes place March 8–11, 2026, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee.
Events
AiSPIRE and One Firefly Present ‘Transform How You Talk About Light’ Webinar
“Lighting That Sells: How to Sell the Experience, Not Just the Fixture,” will be held on Tuesday, November 18 at 2 PM EDT.
Events
CEDIA Unveils Conference Program for ISE 2026
Conference features 36 sessions spanning three days across six tracks.
Blogs
HTSA 2025 Fall Conference: “Elevate” Through AI
Event focuses on using modern solutions to improve custom installation businesses.
Events
D-Tools to Hold User Conference in Atlanta in February 2026
Promises three days of training, networking, and business growth for the integration community.
Events
Lenbrook Showcases Range of Audiophile Products at Toronto AudioFest 2025
Will show products from NAD Electronics, DALI Loudspeakers, Bluesound, and PSB Speakers, as well as Roksan and BLOK from the Monitor Audio Group.
Events
Harman and Qualcomm Announced as Sponsors for Futuresource Audio Collaborative 2025
The event takes place at London’s Soho Hotel on November 12, 2025.
Audio
Audience to Show New Bellare Loudspeaker at Two U.S. Events
The Bellare loudspeaker will make its debut at T.H.E. Show New York and Capital Audiofest 2025.
Events
Registration for ISE 2026 is Now Open
This year’s theme, Push Beyond, challenges visitors to leave the ordinary behind and embrace a new standard of excellence
Events
Florida International Audio Expo Gears Up for 8th Annual Event
Returns to the Sheraton Tampa Brandon Hotel from February 20–22, 2026.
Events
Nice Announces 2GIG GC Touch Roadshows
The roadshows bring live demos, product training, and peer-to-peer networking directly into key markets.
CEDIA Show
Chip Wade to Present Keynote at CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025
HGTV designer will present ‘Beyond the Blueprint: Where Innovation Meets Intention’ on Thursday, September 4.
CEDIA Show
CEDIA Expo Spotlights Lighting With Dedicated Pavilion, Sessions, and New-to-Show Exhibitors
Leading CI-industry lighting brands to exhibit at the event, which also offers lighting education.
Events
A New King of TV is Crowned at Value Electronics TV Shootout
Industry Experts choose Sony K65XR80M2 as the best TV among flagship displays.
CEDIA Show
Technology Trends at CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025 Revealed
8K and outdoor tech are just two of the trends expected to draw crowds in Denver.
Events
CEDIA Plans National Smart Home Day on November 3
Goal is to expand global awareness of the integration industry.
CEDIA Show
New-to-Show Exhibitors Join CEDIA Expo/CI Expo
Aqara, LiftMaster, Kii Audio, Neptune TV, and Core Lighting Group are among more than 50 new exhibitors.
Events
Agenda Announced for Z-Wave Alliance Summit & Unplug Fest 2025
Event takes place October 28-30, 2025, in Carlsbad, California.
CEDIA Show
CEDIA Town Hall at CEDIA Expo 2025 to Focus on Design & Build Partnership
NKBA | KBIS CEO to join CEDIA CEO to unveil key insights.
Events
Value Electronics to Hold 2025 TV Shootout on July 26
Industry experts will test, compare, and evaluate the premium 4K TVs at Value’s Scarsdale showroom.
Events
Coastal Source to Demo Audiophile-Quality Outdoor Sound at Audio Advice Live 2025
Will have two immersive exhibits: a custom-built pergola booth inside the hotel and a Mobile Demo Van stationed just outside.
Events
Trinnov and ASCENDO Bring Immersive Bass Demo to Audio Advice Live
Demo to feature Trinnov WaveForming and ASCENDO Immersive Audio subwoofers in Raleigh, North Carolina, from August 1-3.
CEDIA Show
Tech from the Industry’s Biggest Brands to Premiere at CEDIA Expo/Commercial Integrator Expo
Thousands of compelling technologies from top manufacturers and distributors will be on the scene in Denver from Sept. 3-6.
Events
Innovation Park Will Return to ISE 2026
Designed as a high-impact business hub, Innovation Park offered startups strategic exposure, investor access, and critical visibility on the global stage.
Awards
2025 Lighting Showroom of the Year Award Winners Announced at Lightovation
Awards honor lighting retailers from throughout North America.
Events
Dates and Location Announced for Lightapalooza 2026
Save the date for the fifth annual event.
Events
Nationwide to Unveil New Showroom at Summer Las Vegas Market
New space creates strategic advantage for retailer growth through strong vendor relationships, networking opportunities, and exclusive private-label brand exposure.
Events
Member Registration is Open for Nationwide’s 65th PrimeTime in Nashville
Strong turnout expected to boost impact and connection for the independent channel.
Awards
Dallas Market Center Announces 2025 Lighting Showroom of the Year Finalists
Winners will be announced during the Lightovation show in Dallas in June.
Events
Save the Date: Futuresource’s Audio Collaborative Returns for 2025
Brings together industry leaders in the exclusive surroundings of London’s Soho Hotel on November 12, 2025.
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.
CEDIA Show
Registration is Now Open for CEDIA Expo/Commercial Integrator Expo 2025
Event to feature more than 300 exhibitors and an education program curated by CEDIA.
News
Oasys Summit 2025 Delivers Practical Tools for Custom Integrators
Three-day summit brought together residential integration leaders to explore smart home innovation, operational efficiency, and scalable growth strategies.
Events
Audio Advice Live Returns to Raleigh in August
Three-day event offers consumers an opportunity to see and hear the latest in home theater and high-performance audio.
Events
Peter Romaniello Headlines ListenUp’s SmartXplained Workshop
The three-day event drew over two dozen engaged professionals and showcased a blend of education, innovation, and networking.
Events
Registration Opens for 5th Annual ArchLIGHT Summit
September 16-17 expo and educational platform at Dallas Market Center attracts lighting designers, architects, specifiers, and other design professionals.
Events
New Location for 16th Annual CI Expo
Northern California technology conference moves to the Doubletree Hotel in Pleasanton, California, on May 29.
News
SVS Chosen as Reference Speaker System for T.H.E Film Festival at Lone Star Audio Fest
System features a multichannel surround sound array with flagship SVS speakers and subwoofers to highlight emerging filmmakers' work.
Blogs
The Wonder of Custom Installation
HTSA leader Jon Robbins discusses keeping curiosity alive in CI businesses, the state of the industry, and, of course, tariffs.