Automation Unplugged Episode #118 feat. Eddie Shapiro, Founder of SmartTouchUSA
With over 30 years of experience in the AV and low voltage channel, Eddie got his start designing and installing systems for companies like IBM, Nestle, and Verizon. Eddie founded Washington, DC-based smart home integration firm, SmartTouchUSA and has since joined organizations such as CEDIA, American Society of Interior Designers, and American Institute of Architects. Today, his goal is to help CEDIA and industry members build a deeper respect between architects, lighting designers, builders, and the design industry. Recorded live on Wednesday, May 18th, 2020 at 12:30 p.m. EST.
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Show Notes
Here are some of the topics Ron had the opportunity to discuss with Eddie Shapiro:
- Growth opportunities for home security solutions
- Steps they have taken with staff and customers in light of Covid-19
- New marketing and business development strategies he is executing
- Eddie’s thoughts on the CEDIA 2020 Expo, will it happen?
- Eddie’s thoughts on Crestron Home
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SHOW NOTES
Eddie is Founder of SmartTouchUSA, a smart home integration firm based out of Washington DC. Eddie has over 30 years of experience in the AV and low voltage channel and now enjoys helping CEDIA and industry members build a deeper respect between architects, lighting designers, builders, and the design industry.
Ron Callis is the CEO of One Firefly, LLC, a digital marketing agency based out of South Florida and creator of Automation Unplugged. Founded in 2007, One Firefly has quickly became the leading marketing firm specializing within the integrated technology and security space. The One Firefly team work hard to create innovative solutions to help Integrators boost their online presence, such as the elite website solution, Mercury Pro.
About One Firefly
One Firefly, LLC is an award-winning marketing agency that caters to technology professionals in the custom integration, security and solar energy markets. One Firefly is headquartered in Davie, Florida with staff located throughout North America and has been operating since 2007.