
Automation Unplugged Episode #119 feat. Matt DeVance, Founder of DeVance Electronic Lifestyle
06/01/20 • 52 min
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
Catch us LIVE on Facebook each week and stay updated by RSVPing to get notified about our next live event here: https://www.facebook.com/OneFireflyLLC/
To get transcripts, resources of what was mentioned in the show, and more visit: onefirefly.com/au119
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 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
Catch us LIVE on Facebook each week and stay updated by RSVPing to get notified about our next live event here: https://www.facebook.com/OneFireflyLLC/
To get transcripts, resources of what was mentioned in the show, and more visit: onefirefly.com/au119
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.
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Automation Unplugged Episode #118 feat. Eddie Shapiro, Founder of SmartTouchUSA
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
Catch us LIVE on Facebook each week and stay updated by RSVPing to get notified about our next live event here: https://www.facebook.com/OneFireflyLLC/
To get transcripts, resources of what was mentioned in the show, and more visit: onefirefly.com/au118
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.
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Automation Unplugged Episode #120 feat. Kevin Hancock, President of Frame My TV
Here are some of the topics Ron had the opportunity to discuss with Kevin Hancock:
- Kevin’s origin story and how he got his first big break with an opportunity to install all the TV’s at The Breakers resort in Palm Beach, Florida
- How an ambitious decision at CEDIA 2019 helped build a strong relationship with Samsung that has led to his expansion
- Frame My TV's Deco Frame product line
- What Kevin is most excited for in 2020 and his predictions for industry changes in light of COVID-19
Catch us LIVE on Facebook each week and stay updated by RSVPing to get notified about our next live event here: https://www.facebook.com/OneFireflyLLC/
To get transcripts, resources of what was mentioned in the show, and more visit: onefirefly.com/au120
SHOW NOTES
Kevin Hancock is President of Frame My TV, which he founded out of his garage in 2006. Kevin and Frame My TV have since sold more than 10,000 TV frames to clients around the world in both luxury homes and commercial properties.
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.
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