CEDIA has announced that Daryl Friedman, global president and CEO of CEDIA, has informed the Board of his plans to retire in 2027, committing to staying through his successor's onboarding next year, to ensure no interruption to the programs and services currently underway.
"It has been the honor of my professional life to lead this association through a period of significant transformation," said Friedman. "With a strong Board led by integrator Amanda Wildman and a team of committed professionals that has earned the Great Place to Work certification for the past two years, I can pass the baton with confidence. My focus for next year will be to ensure a smooth hand-off and set up the next CEO for success."

Kaleidescape has announced that veteran media executive Michael Lambert has joined its board of directors. With over 40 years of running public and private companies, Michael has spent his career acquiring, managing, and growing US and international media and technology businesses.

German luxury consumer electronics A/V brand Loewe Technology has announced new retail partnerships with two premier home technology retailers and custom integrators serving the Mid-Atlantic region. Together, World Wide Stereo in Pennsylvania and Gramophone in Maryland operate seven showrooms across Pennsylvania and Maryland, and will be the exclusive regional dealers for Loewe Technology.

TWICE is proud to hold its annual VIP Awards once again. The thirteenth edition of the awards will celebrate the best features, design, and value that new products are bringing to consumers and give retailers and distributors a chance to honor difference-makers in their businesses.

Tannoy turns 100 this year, and while the legendary brand has been a little quiet on the new product front in recent years, it's starting to make some noise as it gears up to mark this significant milestone.