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Since its launch on Facebook Live in 2017, Automation Unplugged has become the leading podcast for AV and custom integration professionals. Now pre-recorded and produced in both audio and video formats, episodes are released across our website, social media, and all major streaming platforms. Our content spans engaging interviews with industry leaders, in-depth discussions with One Firefly’s marketing experts, and insightful education on marketing & business growth strategies. From industry trends and business development to marketing, hiring, and beyond, Automation Unplugged delivers the knowledge and perspectives you need to stay ahead in the ever-evolving technology landscape.
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      Automation Unplugged connects integrators, manufacturers, distributors, buying groups, and industry leaders through weekly conversations on business, technology, leadership, and growth.

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      Latest Automation Unplugged Podcast Episodes

      Explore the latest episodes of Automation Unplugged, where One Firefly CEO Ron Callis interviews leaders across the AV and custom integration industry. Each episode shares practical insights on marketing, business growth, hiring, leadership, and emerging technology trends that impact integrators.

      Browse recent conversations with industry experts and discover strategies to help your integration business grow.

      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #252: An Industry Q&A with Clinton Muntean

      November 15, 2023
      Automation Unplugged #252 features Clinton Muntean, President of Mainline Marketing. Join us for an exciting show that dives into Clinton’s advice for finding success in sales, predictions for the economic landscape in 2024, and more!
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #251: An Industry Q&A with Xavier Adechy

      October 18, 2023
      Automation Unplugged #251 features Xavier Adechy, Director of Adelux Consulting in the UK. Join us for an exciting show that dives into lighting control system design, the power of good content on YouTube, and more!
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #250: An Industry Q&A with Tom Doherty

      October 11, 2023
      Automation Unplugged #250 features Tom Doherty, Director of New Technology Initiatives at HTSA. Join us for an exciting show that dives into the rise of lighting control in the industry, AI and how it will impact our future, and more!
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #249: An Industry Q&A with David Kitchener

      September 27, 2023
      Automation Unplugged #249 features David Kitchener, founder of Essential Install Magazine and EI Live! Join us for an exciting show that dives into the AV and integration landscape in the UK, and more!
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #248: An Industry Q&A with Ian Williams

      September 25, 2023
      Automation Unplugged #248 features Ian Williams, CEO of Aspire Audio Video Solutions. Join us for an exciting show that dives deep into the challenges of opening a new business during the pandemic, the state of hiring in the AV industry, and more!
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #247: An Industry Q&A with John Henkel

      July 26, 2023
      Automation Unplugged #247 features John Henkel, Director of Product Marketing at NETGEAR AV. Join us for an exciting show that dives deep into why Netgear AV entered the CI channel, the role of AI in content creation, and more!
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #246: An Industry Q&A with Jason Knott

      July 10, 2023
      Automation Unplugged #246 features Jason Knott, Data Solutions Architect & Evangelist at D-Tools. Join us for an exciting show that dives deep into Jason's 23 years of experience as Editor of CE Pro, the role of recurring revenue in our industry, and more
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #245: An Industry Q&A with Shawnon Parkinson

      June 26, 2023
      Automation Unplugged #245 features Shawnon Parkinson, President of Zettacomm. Join us for an exciting show that dives deep into Zettacomm's feature article in the Wall Street Journal, local market trends in Silicon Valley, and more.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #244: An Industry Q&A with Ryan Davis

      May 30, 2023
      Automation Unplugged #244 features Ryan Davis, President of Ratio Inc. Join us for an exciting show that dives deep into differentiating your company through branding, the current economic climate in the AV industry, and more!
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