EHX 2012 Expecting 41% Increase in High Quality Dealer Attendance

Electronic House Expo Expands Training to Include Residential, Commercial, Security and IT/IP Integration Solutions

FRAMINGHAM, MA – August 4, 2011 – EH Publishing today announced exciting new plans to grow the core EHX audience AND attract new dealers from converging integrator markets seeking new ways to expand and grow. Now in it’s 13th year, EHX 2012, to be held March 15-17, 2012 in Orlando, FL, will be a one-of-a-kind industry tradeshow event for integrators to get the essential training and products they need to grow their core business and diversify into new integrator markets – and for exhibitors to get new customers they won’t meet anywhere else.

Building on last year’s success where 82 percent of attendees were owners or senior managers attending EHX for high quality CEDIA and CE Pro education, dedicated manufacturer training and an interactive show floor, EHX 2012 will expand this winning formula by adding first class association and industry training in commercial, security and IP/IT networking.

To drive attendance from converging integrator markets, EHX will leverage the power of CE Pro, the #1 trade publication for residential integrators, Commercial Integrator, the top information resource for owners of commercial integration firms, and Channel Pro, the leading edge source for IT integrators serving small to medium-sized businesses.

“As integration technologies converge, smart dealers everywhere seek new ways to expand their product and service offerings,” says Deborah Smith, Event Director. “Depending on their areas of expertise, with some targeted high quality education and a few key new product lines, integrators can proactively and successfully expand their services into new integration markets to create real growth for their companies. For example:

o    Residential integrators are exploring security, light commercial, IP/IT networking, home health tech, and energy management options
o    Security professionals are exploring home automation, commercial, and IP-based energy management solutions
o    Commercial integrators are exploring residential home entertainment and automation, security, and IT/IP products
o    Commercial IT/IP networking professionals are exploring new ways to grow with residential and security products and services.”

For manufacturers, EHX 2012 offers a unique opportunity to see current customers and meet new integrators from adjacent markets they’ve never met before. It is a high ROI event with more customers to sell to, opportunities for dedicated manufacturer training, and multiple opportunities to engage with dealers throughout the show.

The net result is a one-of-a-kind Integrator Event for dealers looking for top quality integration training and new growth opportunities – and exhibitors looking to meet new dealers they’ve never met before – all at one show.

Early bird pricing ends September 30, 2011. For exhibiting and sponsorship information, please contact Joe Zuccerella at jzuccerella@ehpub.com or 508-663-1500 x230. Attendee registration will open in November.

About EHX and CE Pro
Now in its 13th year, Electronic House Expo (www.ehxweb.com) provides the custom electronics industry with leading education and training opportunities and offers a cutting edge Expo Floor with the latest tools and technology. Produced by CE Pro, EHX 2012 is sponsored by CEDIA and the Alarm Association of Florida (AAF). CE Pro (www.cepro.com) is the leading content provider for the custom electronics industry, and EHX brings together this same dynamic audience of custom electronics integrators, retailers and allied trades to interact with leading suppliers of audio/video entertainment, digital convergence, networking and communications, comfort and control, and security and electrical products.

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 3,500 member companies worldwide. CEDIA members are established and insured businesses with bona fide qualifications and experience in this specialized field. To learn more about CEDIA, visit www.cedia.org.

About Channel Pro
The ChannelPro Network (www.channelprosmb.com) provides targeted business and technology information for the IT channel. Through ChannelPro-SMB magazine and various online properties, the network delivers expert opinion, analysis, news, product reviews, and advice vital to business success. Perspectives from IT professionals, vendors, distributors, and analysts are spotlighted daily.

About Commercial Integrator
The Business Handbook for Professional Integrators. Commercial Integrator ( www.commercialintegrator.com) is a true business magazine for the pro market. Beyond products and installations, we tackle operational topics like job-estimating, project-bidding and big-picture market forecasting — anything that will give our 25,000* readers and website visitors an edge and grow their businesses. Published by EH Publishing (www.ehpub.com). *Total Audience—Publisher’s Own Data. No effort has been made to eliminate duplicates from the total audience and this figure is on the whole, publisher’s own data.

About EH Publishing, Inc. & EH Events
EH Publishing, Inc. is a leading media company specializing in technology-based markets. EH offers integrated media solutions including e-media, print, event, research and custom products. Key market segments include custom electronics, professional sound, supply chain, house of worship, and robotics. For more information visit www.ehpub.com.

For media inquiries, contact:
Jessica Camerato
(508) 663-1500 x296
jcamerato@ehpub.com

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