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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 #126: An Industry Q&A With Maryellen Oswald

      June 25, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Maryellen, of Connected Design Magazine, shares about the potential permanent move to virtual meetings, demonstrations and trade events.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #121: An Industry Q&A With Jason Barth and Jamie Carey

      June 04, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Jason Barth and Jamie Carey from The Premier Group, share the impacts that photography, showroom renovations, and increased marketing efforts have had on their business.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #120: An Industry Q&A With Kevin Hancock

      June 02, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Kevin Hancock, President of Frame My TV, shares about his first big break installing TVs for The Breakers at Palm Beach and how COVID-19 has impacted the recent expansion of their business.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #117: An Industry Q&A With Bryan Naquin

      May 18, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Bryan Naquin, President of Acadian Home Theater and Automation, shares the importance of relationships with your team and industry peers as well as his approach to paid service plans.
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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 #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 #106: An Industry Q&A With Evan Rosen

      April 13, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, foreclosure lawyer, Evan Rosen shares his insight on how to approach mortgages and personal debts as we deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.
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