Inside the 2023 review, you’ll find Edge by the numbers, member accomplishments, industry and event reviews, upcoming event dates and locations and more!
Edge Weekly Highlights: February 17th, 2023
Recap of what Edge did this week!
NSCA | BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
Integrated Systems Europe Recap 2023
SPRING PARTNERS MEETING
EDGE OVERSTOCK RESALE FORUM
Heading to NSCA | Business & Leadership Conference?
Join Michael Boettcher, president of Edge, along with fellow panelists: Gary Kolbeck, Avidex, Angela Nolan, Vistacom Inc., in breakout #3: Culture Renovation: A Talent Development Workshop, on March 1, at 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM CST.
OVERVIEW:
Throughout the pandemic, we learned a great deal about our employees and managers. It’s no secret that turnover has become unpredictable based upon the desired lifestyle of people. One critical measure we can take is to understand why our “A players” might be unhappy in their jobs. We’ve been taught that employees quit because of their managers, but it extends beyond management skills. Many star employees leave due to the repeated tolerance of unacceptable performance and behavior of others. We’ll discuss how managers can identify and groom future stars—and keep them engaged.
Calling All Women in AV!
Edge will be celebrating noteworthy women in AV for the month of March in honor of International Women’s Day on March 8.
Don’t miss this opportunity to share your experience with Edge members and partners in Edge’s blog and on social media! Please submit your answers to the questions below and a headshot to marketing@edge.technology by Feb. 22.
First and last name, company name and title
How many years have you been in the AV industry?
What is your most memorable achievement in the industry?
What challenges did you face in the industry? How did you overcome those challenges?
Do you have any role models in the industry who helped you along the way?
For women considering careers in AV, what is the best thing about being in the industry?
Integrated Systems Europe Recap 2023
Patrick Whipkey, vice president of Edge, had the opportunity to attend Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) on Jan. 31 to Feb. 3. While at ISE, Edge partnered with SAVe for a happy hour reception, which welcomed over 117 attendees! In-person networking opportunities generated overwhelming interest in the Edge network of integrators and technology partners. Read more on the Edge blog!
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
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APRIL 17 - 20, 2023
NASHVILLE, TN
Register today for the Edge Spring Partners Meeting! Don't miss the opportunity to engage in high-level education, connect and experience unparalleled partnerships with Edge ISG members and PMP/PSP members! This year, the Spring Partners Meeting will emphasize top-tier educational content with an added focus on group participation, break-out activities and exclusive networking opportunities.
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Edge Weekly Highlights: January 27th, 2023
Recap of what Edge did this week!
Edge 2022 ANNUAL REVIEW
Commercial Integrator - Edge Leaders share 23 considerations for 2023
JOIN EDGE AND SAVe AT ISE 2023
SPRING PARTNERS MEETING
GUEST BLOG - Sony: A Personable and Innovative Pro AV Partner
EDGE OVERSTOCK RESALE FORUM
Edge 2022 Annual Review
Check out Edge’s 2022 annual review! Inside, you’ll find letters from Edge’s president and DAC Chairman, 2022 Edge and member accomplishments, upcoming event dates and locations, articles from industry thought leaders and more!
Edge Leaders Share 23 Considerations for 2023
Are you prepared for what might be the most defining year to date in our industry? These factors will help shape the months ahead. Read more to see the considerations Michael Boettcher, president of Edge and Patrick Whipkey, vice president of Edge, point out in Commercial Integrator.
JOIN EDGE AND SAVE AT INTEGRATED SYSTEMS EUROPE 2023!
Edge partnered with SAVe for a happy hour reception at ISE at the SAVe booth in Congress Square in Fira Barcelona. Edge members and partners are invited to attend this exclusive happy hour reception.
FEB. 1, 2023
4:00 PM-5:30 PM CENTRAL EUROPEAN TIME
SAVE THE DATE
APRIL 17 - 20, 2023
NASHVILLE, TN
Edge ISG members and PMP/PSP members are invited to Edge's annual Spring Partners Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 17-20, 2023! The Spring Partners Meeting is superior in education and networking for all Edge ISG members and PMP/PSP members. Don't miss the opportunity to connect and experience the unparalleled partnerships!
THIS EVENT IS FOR ISG AND PMP/PSP MEMBERS ONLY.
Sony: A Personable and Innovative Pro AV Partner
In 2023, Sony Professional Display Solutions will be further reinforcing our core priorities; products, partners, presentations, and people – or as we like to refer to them, the Four Ps. Learn how and why these principles are driving our business forward and how you can make the most of your interactions with Sony.
By: Rich Ventura, Vice President Professional Display Solutions, Sony Electronics Inc.
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Edge 2022 Annual Review
Check out Edge’s 2022 annual review! Inside, you’ll find letters from Edge’s president and DAC Chairman, 2022 Edge and member accomplishments, upcoming event dates and locations, articles from industry thought leaders and more!
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Edge Weekly Highlights: January 20th, 2023
Recap of what Edge did this week!
Edge Expands Technology Offering with Addition of Five New Partners
JOIN EDGE AND SAVe AT ISE 2023
SPRING PARTNERS MEETING
EDGE OVERSTOCK RESALE FORUM
EDGE EXPANDS TECHNOLOGY OFFERING WITH ADDITION OF FIVE NEW PARTNERS
WESTMINSTER, Colo. – Jan. 17, 2023 – Edge, formerly USAV, today announces the addition of LEA Professional, Lencore and Salamander to its preferred manufacturer partners and RGR Partners and TAMCO to its preferred services providers.
JOIN EDGE AND SAVE AT INTEGRATED SYSTEMS EUROPE 2023!
Edge partnered with SAVe for a happy hour reception at ISE at the SAVe booth in Congress Square in Fira Barcelona. Edge members and partners are invited to attend this exclusive happy hour reception.
FEB. 1, 2023
4:00 PM-5:30 PM CENTRAL EUROPEAN TIME
SAVE THE DATE
APRIL 17 - 20, 2023
NASHVILLE, TN
Edge ISG members and PMP/PSP members are invited to Edge's annual Spring Partners Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 17-20, 2023! The Spring Partners Meeting is superior in education and networking for all Edge ISG members and PMP/PSP members. Don't miss the opportunity to connect and experience the unparalleled partnerships!
THIS EVENT IS FOR ISG AND PMP/PSP MEMBERS ONLY.
EXCLUSIVE TO EDGE INTEGRATORS
This Overstock Resale Forum is for Edge integrators. If you would like to buy or resell AV products, the Overstock Resale Forum is your one-stop resource. Email overstockforum@edge.technology for more information.
Edge Weekly Highlights: January 13th, 2023
Recap of what Edge did this week!
EDGE JANUARY PARTNER NEWSLETTER
JOIN EDGE AND SAVe AT ISE 2023
EDGE MEDIA CENTER
2023 Excellence in Product Innovation Awards
EDGE OVERSTOCK RESALE FORUM
EDGE JANUARY PARTNER NEWSLETTER
Check out what's new with your EDGE partners!
JOIN EDGE AND SAVE AT INTEGRATED SYSTEMS EUROPE 2023!
Edge partnered with SAVe for a happy hour reception at ISE at the SAVe booth in Congress Square in Fira Barcelona. Edge members and partners are invited to attend this exclusive happy hour reception.
FEB. 1, 2023
4:00 PM-5:30 PM CENTRAL EUROPEAN TIME
INTRODUCING EDGE MEDIA CENTER
Download, update and share Edge media collateral and set your company apart from the competition by promoting your unparalleled partnership with Edge! It is important for Edge to maintain a powerful presence in the marketplace, and it is vital Edge maintains consistency across print and web communications. The brand guidelines provided will instruct proper use of logos and verbiage. The logos provided are for web use only, if print use is needed, please reach out to marketing@edge.technology.
ATTENTION EDGE PARTNERS AND INTEGRATORS
Today is the last day to enter the 2023 Excellence in Product Innovation Awards! Winners will be announced at NSCA's annual Business & Leadership Conference (February 28 - March 2, 2023)!
EXCLUSIVE TO EDGE INTEGRATORS
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Edge Weekly Highlights: December 23rd, 2022
Recap of what Edge did this week!
EDGE DECEMBER PARTNER SHOWCASE
JOIN EDGE AND SAVe AT ISE 2023
Guest blog: BY BRAD MALONE, VP OF CONSULTING AT NAVIGATE MANAGEMENT CONSULTING
AT THE OFFICE: HOLIDAY SPIRIT WEEK!
EDGE DECEMBER PARTNER SHOWCASE
Check out what's new with your EDGE partners!
JOIN EDGE AND SAVe AT INTEGRATED SYSTEMS EUROPE 2023!
EDGE partnered with SAVe for a happy hour reception at ISE at the SAVe booth in Congress Square in Fira Barcelona. EDGE Members and Partners are invited to attend this exclusive happy hour reception.
FEB. 1, 2023
4:00 PM-5:30 PM CENTRAL EUROPEAN TIME
What Should a Lessons Learned Process Focus On?
BY BRAD MALONE, VP OF CONSULTING AT NAVIGATE MANAGEMENT CONSULTING
WHEN WORKING ON AN INTEGRATION PROJECT, HOW OFTEN DO WE HEAR, “DIDN’T THIS HAPPEN LAST TIME?”
Remember, the definition of insanity is doing the same thing repeatedly and expecting a different result. You could say the same about many organizations’ lessons-learned process — or more aptly named, their “lessons-re-learned” process. This is because so many organizations incorrectly call the lessons-learned process a “post-mortem.” That word choice is inappropriate because it reflects a dissection mentality, a search for recrimination after the fact. It inherently poses the question, “Who caused this mess?” when what the AV company should be asking is, “How did this situation occur and what were its root causes?”
AT THE OFFICE: HOLIDAY SPIRIT WEEK!
MONDAY: Hot Chocolate Day
TUESDAY: Ugly Sweater and Cookie Decorating Day
WEDNESDAY: White Elephant
THURSDAY: Scavenger Hunt
Congratulations to our scavenger hunt winner, James Gallagher!
FRIDAY: Office/Cube Decorating Contest
Congratulations to our office cube decorating winners!
1st place: Kelly Howard-Savala
2nd place: Christy Martin
Edge Weekly Highlights: December 16th, 2022
Recap of what Edge did this week!
JOIN EDGE AND SAVe AT ISE 2023
Guest blog: BY Brion Hanlon, Customer Marketing Manager, HARMAN Professional Solutions
JOIN EDGE AND SAVE AT INTEGRATED SYSTEMS EUROPE 2023!
Edge will be attending ISE in Fira Barcelona, Gran Vía, from Jan. 31 to Feb. 3, 2023. Edge partnered with SAVe for a happy hour reception at ISE at the SAVe booth in Congress Square in Fira Barcelona. Edge members and partners are invited to attend this exclusive happy hour reception.
FEB. 1, 2023
4:00 PM-5:30 PM CENTRAL EUROPEAN TIME
Installed Sound Systems: Which Loudspeaker is Right for Your Project?
By: Brion Hanlon, Customer Marketing Manager, HARMAN Professional Solutions
Selecting the perfect loudspeaker for a new space or renovation might seem like a daunting task, even for those who have been doing it for years. It is a bit like a trip to the supermarket for a holiday meal. You ultimately find yourself in the “baking” aisle even if dessert is not on the menu. You are there to stare down at what seems like a thousand different spice varieties crammed onto shelves in such a way that almost makes it impossible to see or consider them individually. There are so many types, shapes, sizes, brands, and of course – the itsy-bitsy fine print.
Edge Weekly Highlights: December 9th, 2022
Recap of what Edge did this week!
Mike Boettcher featured on Navigate Management Consulting Academy's podcast
NSCA Hosts Virtual Fundraiser
EDGE DECEMBER NEWSLETTER
Guest blog: LEGRAND | av
Mike Boettcher from Edge on Bringing Like-Minded Integrators Together to Move the Industry Forward
In Navigate Management Consulting Academy's most recent podcast, host Brad Malone caught up with Edge President Mike Boettcher at Pivot to Profit. While discussing the value Edge creates, Mike explored the opportunities available when bringing like-minded integrators together, and how they can move the industry forward. Tune in to learn more.
NSCA Hosts Virtual Fundraiser to Help Attract Workers to Commercial Integration Industry
The “Be the Spark” event features live and silent auctions for trips and gift packages, which are now open for bidding.
NSCA, a not-for-profit association representing the commercial integration industry, announces its third virtual celebration to raise funds for Ignite, an industry initiative focused on attracting and retaining next-generation workers in the commercial integration industry. “Be the Spark” is a completely online experience being held on Dec. 8, 2022, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM ET.
EDGE 2022 DECEMBER PARTNER NEWSLETTER
Check out what's new with your Edge partners!
If you like free things, you’re going to want to keep reading.
The Solutions Engineering Team formed at Legrand | AV in 2020. This elite squad of experts is ready to leap in to help partners with a host of services to help build amazing AV experiences.
The five members of the group come from all areas of the AV industry and bring an incredible range of experience to helping customers through the more technical challenges of system design. They don’t blink twice at the idea of researching new solutions for hours to resolve a challenge. The Solutions Engineering Team’s first mission, though, is to help customers through the design process. This can be beneficial in several ways.
Edge Weekly Highlights: December 2nd, 2022
Recap of what Edge did this week!
REGISTER FOR MARKETING MASTERMINDS
SCN Top 50 Systems Integrators 2022
NSCA Hosts Virtual Fundraiser
EDGE november showcase
Guest blog: exertis/almo
guest blog: draper
Marketing Masterminds
REGISTER TODAY!
Don't miss out on the opportunity to join us Dec. 6 and Dec. 13, virtually at 9 AM MT to become a marketing mastermind. In this two-day workshop, you'll build a strategic marketing plan, learn from marketing campaign homeruns and will leave with a recorded session of “Marketing KPIs that Matter” to guide you through a KPI template.
EDGE MEMBER PRICE: $199
NON-MEMBER PRICE: $249
SCN Announces Top 50 Systems Integrators 2022
Congratulations to three Edge integrators for making the SCN Top 50 Systems Integrators 2022!
NSCA Hosts Virtual Fundraiser to Help Attract Workers to Commercial Integration Industry
The “Be the Spark” event features live and silent auctions for trips and gift packages, which are now open for bidding.
NSCA, a not-for-profit association representing the commercial integration industry, announces its third virtual celebration to raise funds for Ignite, an industry initiative focused on attracting and retaining next-generation workers in the commercial integration industry. “Be the Spark” is a completely online experience being held on Dec. 8, 2022, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM ET.
EDGE NOVEMBER PARTNER SHOWCASE
Check out what's new with your Edge partners!
5 Reasons Why AV Events are Essential to Growing Your Business
Guest Blog
Written by: Rob Voorhees, Business Development Manager, Exertis Almo Pro A/V
I will be the first to admit that I have a very “special” love/hate relationship with traveling of any kind. If you were to ask my wife, she would tell you that the hardest part of making plans to travel, anywhere (near or far) is getting me to first, go along with the idea. However, if you are lucky enough to get me out the front door, I normally will have a great time wherever I am! I am 110% a “home body”. I love being around my kids and familiar surroundings and try to keep a low profile as much as possible. It does not mean I HATE doing things, it just means that you have to try a little harder to convince me to stop doing what I generally love doing.
Precision and ease of installation are key factors in a successful LED videowall installation. That is why Draper built the Foundation® Mount System for LED with installers specifically in mind.
But anyone can say that. What makes the Draper Foundation different?
EDGE Weekly Highlights: November 11th, 2022
Recap of what EDGE did this week!
HAPPY VETERANS DAY
EDGE NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER
EDGE NAMES 2022 INTEGRATOR AWARD WINNERS
NEW INTEGRATOR HIGHLIGHT
REGISTER FOR MARKETING MASTERMINDS
SUBMIT Q3 REPORT REMINDER
To all those who have served, and those who continue to serve… Happy Veterans Day! Thank you for your service.
EDGE NOVEMBER PARTNER NEWSLETTER
Check out what's new with your EDGE partners!
EDGE NAMES 2022 INTEGRATOR AWARD WINNERS
EDGE, FORMERLY USAV GROUP, RECOGNIZES TOP AV INTEGRATION FIRMS AT ANNUAL FALL INTEGRATORS MEETING
WESTMINSTER, Colo. – November 10, 2022 – EDGE, formerly USAV, the world’s largest systems integrator consortium, recognized the 2022 EDGE award winners at this year’s Fall Integrators Meeting. The honors included Unparalleled Partner of the Year, Rookie of the Year, EDGE of Distinction award and Ascent award.
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SAFETY NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS EXPANSION
Safety National, based in St. Louis, Missouri, is a leading specialty insurance provider. Color Art has enjoyed a long-term relationship with Safety National, providing furniture and technology services for many years.
Register for Marketing Masterminds Today!
BUILD YOUR STRATEGIC MARKETING PLAN!
Marketing Masterminds is a virtual, two-day workshop on Tuesday, Dec. 6 and Dec. 13, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM MT.
Both sessions will feature a “Masterminds Masterclass” of a marketing campaign homerun to inspire you for 2023 and beyond. As an added bonus, a recorded session on “Marketing KPIs that Matter” and a KPI template will be given to attendees.
EDGE MEMBER PRICE: $199
NON-MEMBER PRICE: $249
Reminder to Submit Q3 Purchase Reports
The form can be found in the member login area.
DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 30TH
EDGE Weekly Highlights: November 4th, 2022
Recap of what EDGE did this week!
edge fall integrators meeting 2022 recap
PSA/EDGE Halloween Festivities at the Office
Marketing Masterminds going virtual
SUBMIT Q3 REPORT REMINDER
EDGE FALL INTEGRATORS MEETING
RECHARGE, RETHINK, RESET
EDGE members meet every fall to catch up and discuss what is going on in their business and the industry. The EDGE Fall Integrators Meeting was held in conjunction with the PSA Annual Convention at the beautiful Omni Resort in Hilton Head, South Carolina, on Oct. 11 through Oct. 13. We joined the PSA Security members for working groups on supply chain challenges, retaining employees and cybersecurity threats to integrators. Also, we heard from industry experts on the key topics of the project management process, emotional intelligence in talent retention, financial responsibility and innovative technologies.
PSA/EDGE went all out for Halloween! We had a costume contest and a spooky potluck. Congratulations to the costume contest winners!
Marketing Masterminds
BUILD YOUR STRATEGIC MARKETING PLAN!
Marketing Masterminds is a virtual, two-day workshop on Tuesday, Dec. 6 and Dec. 13, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM MT.
On Dec. 6, there will be an overview of the components in a strategic marketing plan, breakout discussions and more to guide attendees through creating their own plan including a take-home assignment to prepare for the following week.
On Dec. 13, Marketing Masterminds will regroup to review the past week’s assignment and build out elements for a complete strategic marketing plan.
Both sessions will feature a “Masterminds Masterclass” of a marketing campaign homerun to inspire you for 2023 and beyond. As an added bonus, a recorded session on “Marketing KPIs that Matter” and a KPI template will be given to attendees.
EDGE MEMBER PRICE: $199
NON-MEMBER PRICE: $249
Reminder to Submit Q3 Purchase Reports
The form can be found in the member login area.
DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 30TH
EDGE Fall Integrator Meeting 2022 Recap
RECHARGE, RETHINK, RESET
EDGE members meet every fall to catch up and discuss what is going on in their business and the industry. The EDGE Fall Integrators Meeting was held in conjunction with the PSA Annual Convention at the beautiful Omni Resort in Hilton Head, South Carolina, on Oct. 11 through Oct. 13. We joined the PSA Security members for working groups on supply chain challenges, retaining employees and cybersecurity threats to integrators. Also, we heard from industry experts on the key topics of the project management process, emotional intelligence in talent retention, financial responsibility and innovative technologies.
It's always great to catch up with familiar faces and meet new ones, especially in an excellent location. We kicked off the event Tuesday morning with a round of golf (who says you can’t work and play) to RECHARGE our batteries. Following golf, we attended the welcome reception, which combined PSA Security and EDGE members, where networking and new relationships developed.
Wednesday morning, we started with a keynote by Bill Benjamin, an Emotional Intelligence, Performance and Leadership Expert. Bill combined real world knowledge and science to help people understand emotional intelligence. I loved how he started off by saying, “There are no tissues on the tables because this is not one of those discussions.” He helped everyone understand the science of the brain and how it ties into emotional intelligence.
Next, we had breakout sessions with working groups to address supply chain challenges, retaining employees and cybersecurity threats to integrators. These topics were popular to security and AV members. I noticed a consistent theme that continued throughout the combined working groups we are not alone. Everyone is working on creative ways to combat similar challenges. Participants even requested we continue the sessions because they made progress and were learning from each other. The breakouts gave everyone a sense of satisfaction and new ideas to bring back to their individual organizations.
After lunch, EDGE jumped into the Fall Integrators Meeting, which started with project management. Times have changed, and how we manage projects must also change; we need to RETHINK the project management process. Now more than ever, project managers are managing an enormous project schedule.
How many projects should a project manager have on their plate at a given time? Is it a dollar figure?
What does the role of a project manager do versus a project coordinator?
Who is doing the project management? Is it a dedicated project manager or a field engineer? Site leads? Bonus plans?
These critical questions and more were brought to the surface during this session. The bottom line is there is no fixed rule on how to manage a project, but there were a lot of great ideas and different ways to help aid the process. Next, Brad Malone, vice president of Professional Services at Solutions360 and vice president of Consulting at Navigate Management Consulting, led the panel discussion with a few of our integrators along with Chris Bianchet, general manager of Herman IS. Each panel member brought their own industry expertise and perspective, illustrating our network’s diverse ways of thinking. They addressed burden and utilization rates, time tracking and variable labor costing. There was a focus on schedule forecasting, change orders and heroism. We always say our most significant asset is the knowledge in the room, and this panel discussion was a shining example.
We wrapped up the first full day of the meeting with roundtable discussions with key partners, including ADI Global, Exertis ALMO, Legrand AV, Liberty AV, Shure and Sony. This was a terrific way to understand how each preferred manufacturer partner was handling supply chain issues, along with some insight to help the EDGE integrators keep projects and cash flowing.
Day two started with April Simpkins, a Human Resources consultant, and Chief Human Resources Officer at Total Human Resources. She delivered a fantastic keynote on “The Impact of Leadership on Culture, Engagement, Recruiting and Retention.” In today’s world, your employees are your biggest asset and keeping them in the long run is becoming increasingly difficult. Her session was informative and thought provoking, which ended in some great ideas to keep employees happy and engaged.
Leading the next session, Tom LeBlanc executive director of NSCA discussed the effects of the business environment on cash and how integrators today need to RESET the way they manage cash flow. Supply chain has caused project timelines to slip and keeping a close eye on cash flow is key to business success. To support integrators, NSCA has a library of online and useable resources immediately available to us.
Speaking of supply chain, our final session covered newer technologies that are in stock and ready to ship. We had three of our integrators discuss options they have been testing in their labs to help mitigate the supply chain issues. It was all on the table, from custom in- house control systems to new products that have been vetted. It was a fantastic way for everyone to contribute to what they have found testing these products on their own.
Overall, the Fall Integrators Meeting was filled with successful networking, information sharing and lessons learned. The power of the networking is stronger than ever, and we are happy to have had the time to RECHARGE, RETHINK & RESET.
PATRICK WHIPKEY
VICE PRESIDENT OF EDGE
EDGE Weekly Highlights: October 28th, 2022
Here is your recap of what EDGE did this week!
Marketing Masterminds going virtual
SUBMIT Q3 REPORT REMINDER
CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS
DEC. 6 & DEC. 13, 2022
9 AM - 11 AM MT
VIRTUAL
With the overwhelming number of requests for Marketing Masterminds to become virtual, we are making the switch! We will provide two hours of education each day virtually on Tuesday, Dec. 6 and Dec. 13 via Zoom.
Day one will be an overview of the components in a strategic marketing plan, what to include, what to consider and with breakout discussions among attendees.
Day two will review the elements from the homework to begin crafting your own strategic marketing plan.
Both sessions will feature a “Masterminds Masterclass” of a marketing campaign homerun to inspire you for 2023 and beyond. As an added bonus, a recorded session on “Marketing KPIs that Matter” and a KPI template will be given to attendees. Share with your end users, partners and more. All are welcome!
EDGE MEMBER PRICE: $199
NON-MEMBER PRICE: $249
Reminder to Submit Q3 Purchase Reports
The form can be found in the member login area.
DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 30TH
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
All those update alerts from your software are important to install! Not only do they fix things that might be buggy, but they also patch up any security holes. #BeCyberSmart #CybersecurityAwarenssMonth
EDGE Weekly Highlights: October 21st, 2022
Here is your recap of what EDGE did this week!
EDGE 2022 OCTOBER SHOWCASE
FALL INTEGRATORS MEETING 2022
SUBMIT Q3 REPORT REMINDER
CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS
NEW EDGE INTEGRATION MEMBER
EDGE OCTOBER PARTNER SHOWCASE RELEASED
Check out what’s new with your EDGE partners.
Rethink, Reset, Recharge
EDGE members meet every fall to catch up and discuss what’s going on in their businesses and the overall industry. We gathered in conjunction with PSA Convention at the beautiful Omni Resort in Hilton Head, South Carolina. This year we focused on a few relevant topics and brought in some industry experts to help drive the message. Emotional intelligence, the project management processes, talent retention and new technologies were all key topics of discussion.
MORE PHOTOS AND WRAP UP COMING SOON!
Reminder to Submit Q3 Purchase Reports
This form can be found in the member login area.
DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 30TH
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Organize your ever-growing list of online accounts with a password manager. They can manage all your online credentials like usernames and passwords. It stores them in a safe, encrypted database and also generates new ones when needed. #BeCyberSmart #CybersecurityAwarenssMonth
NEW EDGE INTEGRATION MEMBER!
AV-Tech Media Solutions became an Integration Services Group member of EDGE.
Effective: October 1, 2022.
EDGE Weekly Highlights: October 7th, 2022
Here is your recap of what EDGE did this week!
EDGE 2022 OCTOBER NEWSLETTER
FALL INTEGRATORS MEETING 2022
MARKETING MASTERMINDS AGENDA
Q1 & Q2 Statements Available - Q3 Reminder
OCTOBER IS CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS MONTH
NEW EDGE INTEGRATION MEMBER
EDGE OCTOBER PARTNER NEWSLETTER RELEASED!
FOUR DAYS AWAY!
PLEASE BE COURTEOUS AS THIS EVENT IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR EDGE ISG MEMBERS ONLY.
On Oct. 11 -13, 2022, EDGE invites all Integration Service Group members to join us for the annual Fall Integrators Meeting in Hilton Head, South Carolina. This event is a great opportunity for EDGE integrators to participate in the new partner roundtables, education sessions, learn about new trends in the industry, network with other EDGE integrators and enjoy activities.
MARKETING MASTERMINDS AGENDA
In this day of education brought to you by PSA and EDGE, marketing leaders can take a deeper dive into metrics and strategy. Here’s a look at the agenda.
EDGE Q1 & Q2 VIR Statements Now Available
Q1 and Q2 VIR Statements are now available on the edge.technology member login area.
Submit Q3 Purchase Reports
This form can be found in the member login area.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month!
EDGE is a Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2022 Champion. We're doing our part and committed to being cybersmart.
Launch your own cybersecurity program for Cybersecurity Awareness Month with a toolkit from StaySafeOnline and join EDGE by becoming a Champion!
NEW EDGE INTEGRATION MEMBER!
SVT (dba Sport View Television Corp) moved from EDGE's Buying Group and became a member of the Integration Services Group.
Effective: October 1, 2022.
EDGE Weekly Highlights: September 30th, 2022
Here is your recap of what EDGE did this week!
EDGE SEPTEMBER SHOWCASE
FALL INTEGRATORS MEETING 2022
MARKETING MASTERMINDS REGISTRATION OPEN
GUEST BLOG: Shure MV7 Microphone is Now Zoom Certified
EDGE SEPTEMBER PARTNER SHOWCASE RELEASED!
PLEASE BE COURTEOUS AS THIS EVENT IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR EDGE ISG MEMBERS ONLY.
On Oct. 11 -13, 2022, EDGE invites all Integration Service Group members to join us for the annual Fall Integrators Meeting in Hilton Head, South Carolina. This event is a great opportunity for EDGE integrators to participate in the new partner roundtables, education sessions, learn about new trends in the industry, network with other EDGE integrators and enjoy activities.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
November 9, 2022
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Alexandria, Virginia
EDGE members, save the date for Marketing Masterminds located at The Westin Alexandria Old Town in Alexandria, Virginia! Join us Nov. 9 from 8 AM – 4 PM to learn from industry experts, work with peers and enjoy breakfast and lunch.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Marketing KPIs that Matter, an overview of which KPI’s are most important, what they mean and how to report findings effectively
Mastermind Masterclass, a walk through of successful marketing campaigns from both end users and manufacturers followed by a Q&A session
Strategic Marketing Plan Workshop – How to build a strategic marketing plan from start to finish with useful takeaways
Shure MV7 Microphone is Now Zoom Certified
SHURE SAYS THE MV7 IS THE FIRST TO RECEIVE CERTIFICATION UNDER THE ‘PROMIC’ CATEGORY OF ZOOM’S PERSONAL WORKSPACE CERTIFIED HARDWARE.
EDGE Weekly Highlights: September 16th, 2022
Here is your recap of what EDGE did this week!
EDGE SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER
FALL INTEGRATORS MEETING 2022
UPCOMING WEBINAR
EDGE SEPTEMBER PARTNER NEWSLETTER RELEASED!
PLEASE BE COURTEOUS AS THIS EVENT IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR EDGE ISG MEMBERS ONLY.
On Oct. 11 -13, 2022, EDGE invites all Integration Service Group members to join us for the annual Fall Integrators Meeting in Hilton Head, South Carolina. This event is a great opportunity for EDGE integrators to participate in the new partner roundtables, education sessions, learn about new trends in the industry, network with other EDGE integrators and enjoy activities.
Understand 21:9 format screens and how they are used in conferencing applications. Apply standard AV design considerations to new ultra-wide 21:9 format solutions. Identify potential problems associated with 21:9 display solutions.
LEGRAND | AV
Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM MT
EDGE Weekly Highlights: September 2nd, 2022
Here is your recap of what EDGE did this week!
NEW BUYING GROUP MEMBER
LABOR DAY OFFICE CLOSURE
FALL INTEGRATORS MEETING 2022
UPCOMING WEBINARS
EDGE WELCOMES NEW BUYING GROUP MEMBER COMMLINK INTEGRATION!
Labor Day Reminder
EDGE will be closed Monday, Sept. 5 in observance of Labor Day. Our offices will open Tuesday, Sept. 6 at 8 AM MDT.
EDGE wishes you and your family a safe and happy Labor Day weekend!
PLEASE BE COURTESY AS THIS EVENT IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR EDGE ISG MEMBERS ONLY.
On Oct. 11 -13, 2022, EDGE invites all Integration Service Group members to join us for the annual Fall Integrators Meeting in Hilton Head, South Carolina. This event is a great opportunity for EDGE integrators to participate in the new partner roundtables, education sessions, learn about new trends in the industry, network with other EDGE integrators and enjoy activities.
UPCOMING:
Explore how to use display technology to engage students, improve recruiting efforts and modernize the student journey. We will look at case studies focusing on common spaces, student centers, outdoor spaces, activity centers and dining halls.
SHARP/NEC
Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2022
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM MT
Understand 21:9 format screens and how they are used in conferencing applications. Apply standard AV design considerations to new ultra-wide 21:9 format solutions. Identify potential problems associated with 21:9 display solutions.
LEGRAND | AV
Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM MT
EDGE Weekly Highlights: August 26th, 2022
Here is your recap of what EDGE did this week!
EDGE AUGUST SHOWCASE RELEASED
COMMERCIAL INTEGRATOR 40 UNDER 40: THE CLASS OF 2022
FALL INTEGRATORS MEETING 2022
UPCOMING WEBINARS
THE EDGE AUGUST PARTNER SHOWCASE RELEASED!
EDGE’s Marketing Coordinator, Taylor Lampar, wins Commercial Integrator 40 under 40 award!
EDGE is excited to announce one of our own, Taylor Lampar has been honored as a "40 under 40" in Commercial Integrator this year: https://lnkd.in/gC6nMy_5
PLEASE BE COURTESY AS THIS EVENT IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR EDGE ISG MEMBERS ONLY.
On Oct. 11 -13, 2022, EDGE invites all Integration Service Group members to join us for the annual Fall Integrators Meeting in Hilton Head, South Carolina. This event is a great opportunity for EDGE integrators to participate in the new partner roundtables, education sessions, learn about new trends in the industry, network with other EDGE integrators and enjoy activities.
UPCOMING:
Explore how to use display technology to engage students, improve recruiting efforts and modernize the student journey. We will look at case studies focusing on common spaces, student centers, outdoor spaces, activity centers and dining halls.
SHARP/NEC
Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2022
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM MT
Understand 21:9 format screens and how they are used in conferencing applications. Apply standard AV design considerations to new ultra-wide 21:9 format solutions. Identify potential problems associated with 21:9 display solutions.
LEGRAND | AV
