Here are some of the topics Ron had the opportunity to discuss with Matt DeVance:

• Ways in which previous life-changing events, such as 9/11 and the Great Recession, has prepared Matt to better handle this pandemic
• Matt’s perspective on the shift in demand for technology in homes and how integrators can prepare
• How EOS evolved Matt’s business and communications approach
• The importance of company culture and the mentoring of employees

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SHOW NOTES

Matt has over 25 years of custom integration experience and is Founder of DeVance Electronic Lifestyles, which opened in 2002. DeVance Electronic Lifestyles currently does just under $3M in business annually and is expanding its business by purchasing a new building, doubling its current space.

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.

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.

Here are some of the topics Ron had the opportunity to discuss with Bryan Naquin:

• Steps Bryan is taking to keep his team safe during COVID-19 such as turning down jobs in high-risk areas
• The importance of building relationships with industry peers and your community
• Bryan’s thoughts on whether CEDIA will return this year and the possibility of a virtual venue
• How Acadian approaches paid service plans during their sales cycle and the benefits they’ve experienced with Parasol for 24/7 remote servicing and support

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SHOW NOTES

Bryan founded Baton Rouge-based technology integration company, Acadian Home Theater. With 25 years of experience, Bryan got his start in the industry in 25 years and is a key reason for Acadian being named Top 100 Integrator Nationwide by CE Pro as well as being recognized as the only Diamond Control4 Pinnacle Dealer within the state of Louisiana. 
 

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.

Here are some of the topics Ron had the opportunity to discuss with Henry Clifford:

• Changes Henry has made within Livewire due to COVID-19 regulations- from virtual calls to pivoting communication strategies
• Henry’s approach to prioritizing internal communication and putting his team and client safety first
• Tools Henry uses to gain prospects and sell from home, such as Vidyard email integration
• Parasol’s “For Integrators, by Integrators” approach 
• How Parasol works to keep their keeps their team trained across many vendors

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SHOW NOTES

Henry, started Virginia based integration firm, Livewire, in 2001 after identifying the need for simple home technology in Central Virginia. solutions provider in his market. Henry also leads Parasol with his two co-founders, providing 24/7 remote support for home technology integrators and their clients for over 250 dealers.

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.

Here are some of the topics Ron had the opportunity to discuss with Rob Hopper:

• The rise of consumer interest in solutions such as outdoor entertainment and home networking
• Rob’s opinion on 5G and how it can help end-users stay connected
• Ways Rob and his team have been taking advantage benefiting from of all the recent educational resources and webinars being offered in our industry
• Rob’s previous experience with marketing and website design and what stood out to him since working with One Firefly

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With nearly 25 years of experience in the custom integration industry, Rob got his start in car audio before moving to the residential space where he is currently President of Beacon Audio Video Systems. Rob focuses on bringing a higher level of service and experience to custom integration clients.

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.

Here are some of the topics Ron had the opportunity to discuss with Curt Hayes:

• The history behind the founding of Blue Dog Group
• The opportunity to improve the broken project scoping/budgeting process used by many integrators
• How BlueDog Group’s new app allows integrators to provide quick estimates to their clients
• Approaches integrators can take during COVID-19 to improve their business process

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SHOW NOTES

With his experience in the consumer electronics industry, Curt Hayes, CEO of Blue Dog Group, brings a unique perspective and insight into the importance of data documentation. He creates innovative solutions that can help integrators streamline their projects and improving the broken project scoping/budgeting process.

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.

Here are some of the topics Ron had the opportunity to discuss with John Clancy:

• Ways John is seeing COVID-19 impacting dealers throughout the world
• Steps Crestron has been taking since February to keep his global team and consumers safe
• Exciting updates Crestron is making as a response to the lifestyle changes caused by COVID-19
• How Crestron is adding value to the industry by offering virtual resources, such as virtual product trainings and CEU course offerings

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With experience both on the dealer and manufacturer side, John Clancy, Crestron VP of Residential, brings a unique perspective to Crestron on ways to improve their residential solutions.

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.

Here are some of the topics Ron had the opportunity to discuss with Matt Lien:

• How DES supports multiple smart home platforms including Crestron, Savant, and Control4
• Matt’s thoughts on LED and tunable lighting and how it’s resonating with his customers
• Challenges and advantages his team dealt with once they began offering electrical solutions for their projects
• Matt’s two-goal approach to taking on projects and how he’s using that to create a silver lining during these difficult times

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SHOW NOTES

Industry innovator, Matt Lien, VP of Sales at DES, got his start as an installer before joining Crestron Electronics as a Regional Sales Manager for Residential Products for seven years. His industry experience allows him to provide helpful insight for smart home integrators during these uncertain times.

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.

Here are some of the topics Ron had the opportunity to discuss with Wim De Vos:

• Update on how COVID-19 is affecting European Installers
• Video marketing and how he’s sharing resources and knowledge to his Facebook audience
• Steps that Wim and his team are taking to make it through this crisis and ways our industry can prepare for these upcoming months
• Wim’s concept behind digital transformation and how it can affect small businesses
• The power of marketing and how it benefits businesses and strengthens their overall visibility and messaging

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Thought leader and innovator, Wim De Vos, Thunder Lizard at Genesis Home Technology, shares his perspective on the power of marketing and his thoughts on how our industry can make it through this crisis.

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.

Interview Recap

• Eric’s recommendations on the approach manufacturers and vendors should be taking to help integrators
• The importance of having a clear, open communication between your team and manufacturers
• Types of discussions Eric has been having with other dealers to help keep the industry booming through this crisis
• Steps Eric and his team are taking to keep their employees and clients safe when going out to projects

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Industry leader, Eric Joy, Chief Experience Officer at GHT Group has a unique background with experience as both manufacturer and integrator. He shares his perspective on ways he recommends our industry to approach communication throughout this crisis and how we can help each other stay strong. 

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.