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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 Podcast Episode #164: An Industry Q&A With Susan Cashen

      April 13, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Susan Cashen, Former CMO at Control4 and Active CEDIA Advisor shares her journey from helping launch the TIVO brand in the '90s to becoming one of the first employees of Control4 energy division.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #163: An Industry Q&A With Aaron Cowden and Andrew Wactor

      April 06, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Aaron Cowden and Andrew Wactor of Fusion Audio Video share how 2020 impacted Fusion's commercial market and their growth after enlisting the help of a business consultant.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #162: An Industry Q&A With Ryan Davis

      March 30, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Ryan Davis, President at Ratio AV, shares his acceptance into the HTSA buying group and his predictions for the future of the custom integration channel.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #161: An Industry Q&A With Chris Worthington

      March 23, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Chris Worthington, CEO at Personal Technology, shares his excitement around energy automation and battery storage within the custom integration space.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #160: An Industry Q&A With Mark Coxon

      March 15, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Mark Coxon, Sales Director at Tangram Technology, shares his approach to human-centric design and how the modern office will look like in the years to come.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #159: An Industry Q&A With Shawn Lemay

      March 08, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Shawn Lemay, President at Sound and Theater, shares consumer behaviors based in the Buffalo, New York marketplace and Shawn’s thoughts on the future of trade shows
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #158: An Industry Q&A With Matt Cwiokowski

      February 22, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Matt Cwiokowski, CEO at Avidia, shares the marketing changes and business implementations made that led the company to a strong 35% YOY growth for 2020.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #157: An Industry Q&A With Jeff Galea

      February 15, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Jeff Galea, Founder and President at Boca Tech and Automation shares the importance behind educating consumers to improve sales and communication.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #156: An Industry Q&A With Ron Callis

      February 08, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Ron Callis, CEO at One Firefly shares ways the structure and process of EOS helped One Firefly prepare for the challenges that came with COVID-19.
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