This week's home automation podcast features our host Ron Callis interviewing Dave Pedigo. Recorded live on Wednesday, November 30th, 2017 at 12:30 p.m. EST. 

About Dave Pedigo

As the VP of Emerging Technologies for CEDIA, Dave Pedigo’s role is create partnerships with manufacturers, service providers and standards bodies that will proactively address the emerging technology needs of home technology professionals at every level.  

He facilitates easy communication between manufacturers and integrators, and identifies new channels of revenue. Dave previously worked in the satellite industry, as the Senior Director of Education for SBCA and as a Technical Training Engineer at Hughes Network Systems. Prior to working in the technology sector, Dave was a teacher for at-risk youth at an alternative high school in Baltimore. 

Interview Recap

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

• Dave’s background in the industry and his current role with CEDIA

• CEDIA Expo 

• Technology trends for 2018

• Breaking ground on new building construction