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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 Unplugged Episode #223: An Industry Q&A with Carson Morby

      October 11, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Carson Morby, Director of Marketing at Advanced Integrated Systems shares why brand awareness is so important to an integration business
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #221: An Industry Q&A with Mark Bolduc

      August 31, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Mark Bolduc, Founder and President at Wicked Smart Homes shares the lessons learned during the Great Recession that have helped his business thrive.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #220: An Industry Q&A with Hovik Mirzakhanian

      August 19, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Hovik Mirzakhanian, Founder and Vice President of Engineering at Matrix Audio Visual Designs shares more about how he has seen the AV industry evolve throughout his 30-year career.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #215: An Industry Q&A with Håkan Olsson

      July 19, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Håkan Olsson, CEO and Founder at Beemer Smart Home shares how he uses his home as a showroom for his business.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #214: An Industry Q&A with Dustin Kerns

      July 19, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Dustin Kerns, Branch Manager (Colorado Springs) at ListenUp shares his personal journey in the AV industry and the different influences he has met along the way.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #213: An Industry Q&A with Ed Gilmore

      June 21, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Ed Gilmore, CEO and Founder of Gilmore’s Sound Advice, Inc. shares a personal story and why his showroom was designed with such warmth.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #212: An Industry Q&A with Paul Bochner

      June 20, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Paul Bochner, CEO and Founder of Electronic Concepts shares his marketing and video production knowledge for an integration firm to help it stand out.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #209: An Industry Q&A with Tomas Wing

      May 09, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Tomas Wing,Owner and GM of High Tech Solutions Panama shares the power of networks and advisors in running and growing a business.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #208: An Industry Q&A with Chuck Breaux

      April 20, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Chuck Breaux, Owner of Assurance AV Solutions, LLC shares his experiences and lessons learned working with House of Worship Pro AV systems
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