Great Deal on CEDIA University Courses at EHX
Feb 3, 2011 12:42 PM
EHX, a CEPro event, provides you with the tools and skills to compete in the industry. The event will be held March 17-19 in Orlando, Fla., and offer education and training from CEDIA, CEPro, and manufacturers.
Last year at EHX, CEDIA unveiled a discount on CEDIA University education. This year CEDIA is continuing this tradition with an all-inclusive education pass available at EHX 2011. Take as many courses as you can fit into your schedule for one low price.
Take advantage of some of CEDIA University’s most popular courses such as IP for Technicians and HDMI Troubleshooting while at EHX. A total of 21 courses are being offered by CEDIA University, giving attendees the opportunity to earn up to 57 continuing education units. You can still take advantage of early bird pricing. Learn more about the package offerings and view course listing at ehxweb.com.
CEDIA Can Help You Reach
Resolve to reach out to new industry partners this year. Connecting with architects, builders, and interior designers can be a great way to open the doors to new business. One way to reach this market is to offer an opportunity to learn about home technology while also earning continuing education credit. CEDIA’s Registered Outreach Instructor (ROI) program enables CEDIA members to present relevant and timely education to industry partners within their geographic regions.
To become an ROI, you must be a CEDIA member and you must pass the Train the Trainer course. The next ROI Train the Trainer class will take place Friday, March 25, 2011, at the Lutron Experience Center in Irvine, Calif.
CEDIA ROI Kurt Korfhage of Integration Unlimited praises the program as “one of the best tools that a CEDIA member can invest in to educate their partners while gaining their trust and their business. It raises the level of respect we get as an industry because they will realize that we are genuine, knowledgeable resources.”
Becoming an ROI also provides these advantages:
- Opportunity to write articles in leading CEDIA and partner publications
- Crosspoint resources
- Specialized ROI marketing tools
- Advertisement via print publications, electronic ads, and the CEDIA website
- E-blasts to industry partners
- Consideration to present at regional speaking events
- Quarterly newsletter
- Special promotions on ROI and CEDIA merchandise
CEDIA is constantly revising and developing courseware for this program with the help of subject matter experts and CEDIA staff. Currently CEDIA is an approved provider of continuing education for eight industry groups, including The American Institute of Architects, The American Society of Interior Designers, and The National Association of Home Builders.
Visit www.cedia.org/outreach/become_roi.php to learn more or to register. E-mail questions to Peggy Ward at [email protected].
Great Deal on CEDIA University Courses at EHX
Feb 3, 2011 12:42 PM
CEDIA Supports Home Technology TV Series on DIY Network
CEDIA has announced it will participate as a sponsor forHollywood Hi-Tech, an upcoming show on the DIY Network that will show sophisticated technology installations in celebrity homes. CEDIA will support the show and will work closely with its host to help illustrate the benefits of working with a professional electronic systems contractor.
The series will show viewers the latest and greatest technologies integrated into innovative custom installations. The show will follow lifestyle-technology expert Janna Robinson as she gives celebrities’ homes the ultimate technology makeover. Leading CEDIA-member manufacturers are involved with the show, and CEDIA-member electronic systems contractor Robert’s Home AV is signed on to participate in the first five episodes.
“Hollywood Hi-Tech is the first show of its kind, and CEDIA is thrilled to be involved with the program,” says CEDIA CEO Utz Baldwin. “This series will offer an exciting look at the wide-ranging benefits of residential technologies while demonstrating to viewers the importance of working with a professional electronic systems contractor.”
CEDIA’s Electronic Lifestyles Finder Service will be featured on the show’s website, making it easy for homeowners and electronic systems professionals to find qualified CEDIA members in their area.
“Hollywood Hi-Tech is the very first time that high-end custom installation has been featured in a weekly TV series, and CEDIA has done an amazing job at supporting our show,” says host Janna Robinson. “They are helping us spread the word about the series, providing the same kind of solid support that they have given the custom install industry for years.”
Hollywood Hi-Tech will feature such celebrities as Khloe Kardashian, Lamar Odom, Jeremy Piven, and Josh Duhamel. The celebrities themselves will be involved throughout the makeover process, from the initial consultation to the unveiling of the finished room. The series will premiere in June 2011.
CEDIA Leadership Selects Randy Stearns as CEDIA Chairman
CEDIA has named Randy Stearns, owner of Engineered Environments in Alameda, Calif., as the new elected official to fill the role of CEDIA Chairman, recently held by the late Randy Vaughan. Stearns has served on the CEDIA Board of Directors since 2005 and has been an active member of CEDIA since 1993.
“Randy’s contributions to the industry and CEDIA have been instrumental in affecting positive change and association growth over the years,” says Ken Erdmann, past CEDIA chairman. “He has served on many committees, councils, and action teams and is a perfect fit for the leadership role of CEDIA Chairman.”
Randy’s involvement with CEDIA encompasses a wide variety of positions, including Industry Outreach Council Chair, EXPO Chair, Treasurer, Best Practices Action Team, Instructor, Subject Matter Expert, and Finance Committee. He most recently served as Vice Chairman for the Board of Directors.
Randy’s education includes a bachelor’s degree from Dartmouth and an MBA from the University of Southern California. His company is one of the largest, most reputable electronic systems contracting businesses in the U.S. and has won many awards in CEDIA’s Electronic Lifestyles Awards competition, which showcases CEDIA members’ best work in categories ranging from home theater to whole-house integration.
“Stearns’ diverse CEDIA background and business expertise is a powerful asset to have as CEDIA Chairman,” says CEDIA CEO Utz Baldwin. “We are proud to have him serve in this role and look forward to kicking the year off under his leadership.”
Stearns will assume the role and responsibilities of chairman effective immediately. A complete listing of CEDIA’s Board of Directors is available at http://www.cedia.org/contact_us/bod.php.
