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Automation Unplugged Podcast

Ron Callis
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One Firefly
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Garrett Integrated Systems
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Automation Unplugged is a Facebook Live show recorded weekly with our host Ron Callis, Owner and CEO of the digital marketing agency, One Firefly. In each Automation Unplugged episode, Ron speaks with leading industry personalities and technology professionals to discuss all things business development, technology trends, and more. These interviews are designed to help our clients and members of t... more

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Andres Klein
Co-founder and CMO of Maxicon
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Episode: #322: Andres Klein on Building Maxicon and the Future of Intelligent Living
Ellie O'Hara
Client Experience Manager at One Firefly, bringing nearly five years of experience supporting AV dealers through strategic marketing.
One Firefly
Episode: #321- Breaking Through the Noise (Literally): How AV Dealers Can Develop an Effective Marketing Strategy
Jay Dobensky
Founder and president of Beverly Hills Smart Homes, a luxury integration firm
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Episode: #320: Behind the Gates of Beverly Hills Smart Homes with Jay Dobensky
David Frangioni
Founder of Frangioni Media, CEO of Modern Drummer Magazine, and a world-renowned technologist in music and home integration
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Episode: #318: David Frangioni on Building Studios, Systems, and Iconic Sound
Melissa Mitchell
Marketing Manager and Systems Designer at Wipliance
Wipliance
Episode: #317: From DIY to Delegation- When It’s Time to Bring in a Marketing Team
Katie Froge
Lead Account Manager at One Firefly
One Firefly
Episode: #317: From DIY to Delegation- When It’s Time to Bring in a Marketing Team
David Warfel
Founder of Light Can Help You with over 25 years of experience in architecture, theater, and education.
Light Can Help You
Episode: #316: David Warfel on Lighting the Way - Design, Education, and Innovation
Laura Jean Null
Marketing Operations Specialist, Residential Luxury at Lutron Electronics
Lutron Electronics
Episode: #315: Content That Converts — Crafting a Winning Article, Social Post, or Email
Matt Bernath
President of Vital and a powerful voice in the luxury home services industry.
Vital
Episode: #314: From Insight to Impact – Matt Bernath on Bold Leadership in Business

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Ron Callis
Host of the show, Owner and CEO of the digital marketing agency, One Firefly. He leads conversations with industry personalities to explore business development and technology trends.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • LOVE, LOVE, LOVE

    Great show!! Great guests!! Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shutterbug📸
    United States6 months ago
  • Insightful and Fun

    The One Firefly podcast is a must-listen for anyone in the AV and technology integration industry. The episodes are insightful, engaging, and packed with valuable takeaways from industry leaders and marketing experts. Ron and the guest hosts do an excellent job guiding conversations that are both informative and inspiring. Highly recommend for professionals looking to stay ahead of the curve!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RomiKiriadre
    Mexico6 months ago
  • Great show!

    An amazing show where you can start to learn the AV Industry from authorized and well-learned experts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FEGO8720
    Mexico7 months ago
  • Super Informative!

    Ron’s conversations with guests are insightful, humorous, and positive. There’s always a lot to learn from some of the most interesting people in the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nutellakell
    United States7 months ago
  • Great show for CI industry

    This is THE show to learn directly from CI industry experts. Ron is a great host, able to get his guests speaking openly about their work and their business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chowido
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the variety of guests and the depth of conversations, which are both informative and entertaining.
Ron Callis's hosting is frequently praised for being engaging and strong at guiding discussions.
The content is insightful and engaging, packed with valuable takeaways from industry leaders.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#322: Andres Klein on Building Maxicon and the Future of Intelligent Living
Q: How do you think about allocating funds for marketing within your company?
We believe in investing at least 3% to 5% of our revenue into marketing to strengthen client connections.
#322: Andres Klein on Building Maxicon and the Future of Intelligent Living
Q: What trends are you seeing in Miami regarding your business?
We specialize in high-end residential projects ranging from $10 million to $25 million and recently transitioned into commercial projects, now at 20% of our business.
#322: Andres Klein on Building Maxicon and the Future of Intelligent Living
Q: Can you tell us about your role in the business and a little bit about Maxicon?
As a marketing officer, I'm in charge of implementing all of our strategies to bring new leads and help the sales team, and Maxicon specializes in high-value residential and commercial projects.
#321- Breaking Through the Noise (Literally): How AV Dealers Can Develop an Effective Marketing Strategy
Q: What are some actionable tips for AV dealers looking to improve their marketing strategy?
AV dealers should start by creating business social media pages and sending out newsletters to reconnect with past clients.
#321- Breaking Through the Noise (Literally): How AV Dealers Can Develop an Effective Marketing Strategy
Q: Why do people struggle to develop a solid marketing strategy?
Many struggle due to the time it takes to learn various platforms and the need for a holistic approach rather than focusing solely on one marketing channel.

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The podcast features conversations focused on industry trends and strategies relevant to the custom integration sector, including insights from leaders in digital marketing, technology integration, and business development. Topics frequently cover marketing strategies, recruitment processes in the custom integration industry, and the impact of technology advancements on business practices. Guests often include a mix of entrepreneurs, marketing experts, and technology professionals who share their experiences and advice for navigating the evolving landscape of audio-visual integration and technology solutions.

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4. David Frangioni
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7. David Warfel
8. Laura Jean Null

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