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An AV and integration-focused podcast broadcast weekly
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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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #115: An Industry Q&A With Henry Clifford

      May 12, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Henry Clifford, Co-Founder of Parasol and President of Livewire, shares his strategies for virtual communication and sales as well as Parasol's methods for team training across many vendors.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #114: An Industry Q&A With Rob Hopper

      May 11, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Rob Hopper, President of Beacon Audio Video Systems, shares the importance of product trainings made available through vendors as well as marketing strategies for the CI industry.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #113: An Industry Q&A With Curt Hayes

      May 08, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Curt Hayes, CEO of Blue Dog Group, shares the importance of data documentation for custom home integrators for a streamlined business process to retain clientele and provide accurate scoping.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #112: An Industry Q&A With John Clancy

      April 29, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, John Clancy, Crestron VP of Residential, shares exciting news about Crestron Home and ways Crestron is helping their dealers and clients during this pandemic.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #111: An Industry Q&A With Matt Lien

      April 29, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Matt Lien, VP of Sales at DES shares his two-goal approach for integrators during these difficult times and perspective on how lighting for wellness can be used in smart homes.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #110: An Industry Q&A With Wim De Vos

      April 29, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Wim De Vos, Thunder Lizard at Genesis Home Technology, shares his thoughts on how the custom integration industry can make it through this pandemic.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #109: An Industry Q&A With Eric Joy

      April 22, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Eric Joy, Chief Experience Officer at GHT Group is back to discuss the importance of communication and leaning on other integrators in our industry during this pandemic.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #108: An Industry Q&A With Keith Harrison

      April 20, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Keith Harrison, Founder at Total Home Technologies, shares his perspective on the importance of RMR solutions and his approach to using virtual reality during project demos and system servicing.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #107: An Industry Q&A With Mike Giffin

      April 20, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Industry veteran, Mike Giffin VP at Help Lightning shares his experience in the CE space and the benefits of a remote servicing solution for smart home integrators.
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