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June 15, 2026
 
 
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One Cape at a Time
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One Cape at a Time
By Matt Bernath This is the second in a three-part series, illustrating business lessons from a not-so-businessy book. Last month, I wrote about the power of the strategic pause, the idea that deliberately slowing down is one of the most underrated moves a business owner can make. This month we’re building on that foundation with a concept from the same book that struck me as just as strong — facing your business challenges one at a time.
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Upsell Your Next Outdoor AV Project
Discover how custom integrator Cactus Sight and Sound used PureEdge low-voltage lighting to transform a $30,000 outdoor AV quote into a marquee $95,000 backyard installation—and learn how you can replicate their massive upselling success.
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CEDIA Expo 2026 and the Case for Home Integration Professionals
A look at the current trends in home technology and why CEDIA Expo is a must-attend for custom installers.
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Includes High-performance active noise cancellation with multiple modes tailored to different environments.
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URC Seeking Entries For 12th Annual Unsurpassed Dealer Awards
Celebrating best-in-class residential and commercial installations featuring URC’s automation solutions.
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The Resi Weekly Top 10 – 06.12.26
The most visited stories on residentialsystems.com from June 5–11, 2026.
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Resi First Look with John Sciacca — Juke Audio’s New AudioMate Solution
 
Resi First Look with John Sciacca — Juke Audio’s New AudioMate Solution
In this interview, John speaks with Colton Forth, president of Juke Audio, about their latest innovation: AudioMate. This versatile, all-in-one wireless adapter bridges the gap between centralized equipment and remote audio sources. By leveraging HDMI ARC/eARC and RCA connections, the AudioMate eliminates the need for complex wiring in retrofit or new construction. Forth explains how the device integrates seamlessly into the Juke ecosystem, allowing users to stream TV audio or analog to any zone via a simple, app-driven interface.
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Is Your Product Data Ready for AI?
AI agents don't request permission; they analyze data and recommend solutions. On June 30, learn how leading brands leverage scalable data enrichment to optimize catalog health, secure AI surface visibility, and protect market share. Register for the webinar »
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Training Calendar
 
June 2026 Training Events
IntegrateU – PM Bootcamp
June 9 - June 10 | IntegrateU Training Central Hub – Richmond, VA

ISF Workshop
June 9 – June 11 | ISF Video Laboratory/AVPro South HQ

CEDIA High School Summer Residential Bootcamp
June 9 – June 12 | CEDIA HQ

CEDIA Tech + Business Summit: Long Island, NY
June 9 | Long Island Marriott

CEDIA Tech + Business Summit: New Jersey
June 11 | Teaneck Marriott

JVC Home Theater Projectors at the Grand Opening of Audio Advice’s Nashville Showroom
June 11 | Audio Advice Nashville

CEDIA Connect: Lehi, UT
June 23 – June 25 | ADI | Snap One: Utah

For more information, visit www.residentialsystems.com/calendar.
 
 
 
 
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