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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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      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 #236: An Industry Q&A with Koa Wagner

      January 25, 2023
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Koa Wagner, CEO at Blueprint Hawaii shares his perspective about The Great Recession and how diversification helped Koa keep his business open during those challenging years.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #235: An Industry Q&A with Darrin Medley

      January 17, 2023
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Darrin Medley, COO at HI Solutions shares more about the Hi Solutions Differentiator - The HIWAY - An autonomous Home Process Culture.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #234: An Industry Q&A with Morné Smit and Oliver Tuffney

      January 20, 2023
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Morné Smit, Founder & CEO at Emerse and Oliver Tuffney, Engagement Director at Emerse share the importance of creating a winning sales culture and building sales processes.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #233: An Industry Q&A with Nick DeClemente

      December 28, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Nick DeClemente, Founder & CEO at Elevated Integration shares his point of view on the ongoing debate of one-app control solution vs a multi-app approach.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #232: An Industry Q&A with Bryan Mills

      December 21, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Bryan Mills, President of Mills Technologies shares his journey from mechanical engineering to running the 3rd generation family business.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #231: A Lightapalooza Special

      December 15, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Ron sat down to discuss event logistics including vendors, attendees and trainings offered for the upcoming Lightapalooza show.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #230: An Industry Q&A with Sarah Dresher

      December 05, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Sarah Dresher, Owner and Director of Business Development at Luxury Integrated Technologies shares her point of view between ageism and sexism in the AV industry.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #229: An Industry Q&A with Dan Ferrisi

      November 25, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Dan Ferrisi, Editor-In-Chief at Commercial Integrator shares his background in AV journalism and his trajectory that led him to being Editor-In-Chief at Commercial Integrator.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #228: An Industry Q&A with Susan Grossweiler

      November 14, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Susan Grossweiler, Vice-President of Products and Operations at HAVRION shares the importance and role of technology in schools to improve safety.
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