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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 #229: An Industry Q&A with Dan Ferrisi

      November 25, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Dan Ferrisi, Editor-In-Chief at Commercial Integrator shares his background in AV journalism and his trajectory that led him to being Editor-In-Chief at Commercial Integrator.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #228: An Industry Q&A with Susan Grossweiler

      November 14, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Susan Grossweiler, Vice-President of Products and Operations at HAVRION shares the importance and role of technology in schools to improve safety.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #227: An Industry Q&A with Tina Peters

      October 31, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Tina Peters, Executive Vice-President of SVT shares her passion as an NSCA Ignite ambassador to help educate rising talent in our industry.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #226: An Industry Q&A with Chad Russell

      October 10, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Chad Russell, Director of Residential Sales at SurgeX shares his background and history working the AV industry for 25 years.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #225: An Industry Q&A with Angel and Alexandra Centeno

      October 25, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Alexandra and Angel Centeno, Owners at Systems Design & Integration, Inc. share how their business has grown since their appearance on the show, including their new location in Florida.
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      Home Automation Unplugged Episode #224: An Industry Q&A with Jeff Goldstein and Mark Hoffenberg

      September 22, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Mark Hoffenberg, President at AUDIOVISIONS and Jeff Goldstein, Head of Sales at Sony share about the role marketing plays in positioning a company in growth markets and downturns.
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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 #222: An Industry Q&A with Josh Christian

      August 08, 2022
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Josh Christian, CEO of Home Technology Association shares how HTA has advanced since Josh’s last appearance in this show 3 years ago.
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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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