For
Immediate Release
August 9,
2004
Media
Contacts:
Jamie Antcliff
CEDIA
317-328-4336
jantcliff@cedia.org
CEDIA
EXPO 2004 features custom electronic industryıs top training program,
continuing education opportunities
EXPO education agenda offers keys to profitability,
customer satisfaction
Indianapolis, Ind. – Custom electronic
systems contractors and other industry professionals visiting the Custom
Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) EXPO will
see the latest generation of home electronic systems and also have
the chance to experience the industry’s most comprehensive continuing
education program, including certification review courses.
CEDIA EXPO 2004 will feature five education tracks focusing
on the career paths of personnel within the residential electronics
industry. The tracks offer a mix of core courses supporting certification
along with seminars taught by some of the industry’s most experienced
trainers and electronic systems contractors.
This year’s EXPO features educational resources
to meet the needs of industry professionals at every level. Level 100
courses provide a basic overview of concepts, while Level 200 courses
and above provide in-depth, advanced learning opportunities for electronic
systems contractors and installers, manufacturers, sales representatives,
distributors and consultants.
“CEDIA EXPO 2004 offers manufacturers, exhibitors
and members of the news media an opportunity to learn about what’s
current and what’s coming our way in the exciting field of custom
electronics,” said Ray Lepper, president of CEDIA, and owner
of Home Media Stores in Richmond, Va. “Anyone in our industry
who is serious about improving their performance and success of their
business will want to take advantage of the learning opportunities
available at CEDIA EXPO. We cover all the bases, from product training
to security systems and leadership courses. It’s all here.”
CEDIA EXPO 2004 courses will also feature new standards
in video display courtesy of two industry leaders—Runco International
and Stewart Filmscreen. Both companies will make significant contributions
to EXPO education courses by building new screens for all classrooms
and raising all video displays to 16:9 format.
To learn more about CEDIA EXPO 2004 and its education
programming, visit the web site at www.cedia.org.
CEDIA EXPO 2004:
WHAT: CEDIA EXPO 2004
WHEN: Sept. 8-12, 2004
WHERE: Indiana Convention Center and RCA Dome, Indianapolis, Ind.
About Runco
Founded in 1987 and currently headquartered in Union City, Calif., Runco International
is a market leader in state-of-the-art projection systems, flat-panel plasma
monitors, video processors and other components for the consumer market.
Runco’s innovations have won numerous awards and citations from the
world press. Runco was the first company to introduce and market a line doubler
with a multi-frequency projector in 1990 and also introduced the first multiple-aspect-ratio
controller, the ARC-IV, to the Home Theater market. Recently, both of these
features have become essential for the new digital high definition capable
televisions. For more information on Runco International, visit www.runco.com.
About Stewart Filmscreen
Stewart Filmscreen has been designing and manufacturing projection screens
for over 50 years. This family-owned business maintains the highest standards
in screen design and craftsmanship and provides superb customer service.
Since 1947, Stewart Filmscreen has been the industry leader, earning numerous
awards. Stewart brings the same quality and innovation to all viewing environments—film
studios, businesses, theatrical venues, aerospace and the home theatre. More
information on Stewart Filmscreen Corporation is available at www.stewartfilm.com.
About CEDIA
CEDIA is an international trade association of companies
that specialize in designing and installing electronic systems for
the home. The association was founded in September 1989 and has more
than 3,000 member companies worldwide. CEDIA members are established
and insured businesses with bona fide qualifications and experience
in this specialized field. CEDIA members include Residential Electronics
Systems Professionals who have emerged as the “fourth contractor” in
the building and remodeling industries alongside electrical, plumbing
and HVAC professionals. For more information on CEDIA, visit the association’s
Web site at www.cedia.org
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