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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 #175: An Industry Q&A With Jaclyn Boutwell

      June 25, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Jaclyn Boutwell, Owner & CFO at Media Systems shares tips on how to approach your clients for approval to photograph projects and how she manages the finances for Media Systems.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #174: An Industry Q&A With Omar Alarcon

      June 22, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Omar Alarcon, CEO & Founder at A's Smart Home Solutions shares advice and best practices with leveraging Instagram and his journey towards starting his own integration firm.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #173: An Industry Q&A With Doug Greenwald

      June 15, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Doug Greenwald, Founder & CEO of Projx360 and Creative Sound & Integration shares on developing and documenting business processes and what to expect from business software.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #172: An Industry Q&A With Donnie Boutwell

      June 07, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Donnie Boutwell, CEO at Media Systems shares strategies on personal vs professional social media and working with your spouse.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #171: An Industry Q&A With Jason McGraw

      May 27, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Jason McGraw, Group Vice President at CEDIA Expo & KBIS at Emerald shares what to expect from the 2021 CEDIA Expo including top brands attending such as Crestron, Lutron, and Savant.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #170: An Industry Q&A With Cory Reistad

      May 24, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Cory Reistad, President at SAV Digital Envrionments shares their approaches to leveraging best in class marketing and SEO for SAV as well as blending design and technology into spaces.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #169: An Industry Q&A With Josh Clark

      May 19, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Josh Clark, Owner at Rely Technology shares lessons learned through his experience with buying out his business partner and their recent move into a new quarter-million-dollar showroom.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #168: An Industry Q&A With Franco D'Ascanio

      May 13, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Franco D'Ascanio, Founder and President at Coastal Source shares what makes Coastal Source stand out from competitors and how integrators can benefit from focusing on outdoor smart solutions.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #167: An Industry Q&A With Kat Wheeler

      May 04, 2021
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Kat Wheeler, Author and Area Sales Manager at Snap AV and Control4 shares observations and takeaways on working with successful integration firms over the years.
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