| Type | Trade Organization |
|---|---|
| Founded | September 1989 |
| Location | Indianapolis, IN USA (serving US, Canada, and Latin America); London, UK (Serving Europe, Middle East, Africa, India, Russia); Sydney, Australia (Serving Asia Pacific Region) |
| Key people | USA/Canada/Latin America: Utz Baldwin, CEO |
| Members | 3500 member companies |
| Website | http://www.cedia.org http://www.cedia.co.uk http://www.cedia.com.au |
The Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) is a global trade association of companies involved in the electronic systems industry. Founded in 1989, it has 3,500 members who specialize in home automation, networking, communication, security, lighting control, HVAC and entertainment systems.[1] The organization influences public policy, provides referrals, promotes better business practices, educates members and provides other benefits.
CEDIA hosts three trade shows annually to allow exhibitors to showcase the latest technological advances to industry professionals and to offer industry education.[2] CEDIA's US-based headquarters hosts CEDIA EXPO, which will be held in Indianapolis in 2011 [3]; CEDIA's UK-based office hosts the annual Home Technology Event in London; and the Australia-based office hosts an annual CEDIA Expo in Sydney.
USA/Canada/Latin America: Utz Baldwin, CEO [4]
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