Buying Groups
Buying Groups: Why – And Why Not – To Join One
Buying groups are a key to succeeding in the modern independent retailer world. But why would you want to join one?
HTSA
Buying Groups
Snap One Announces Partnerships With All Four Major CEDIA U.S. Buying Groups
All four partnerships help the company ensure products are available through whatever procurement channels Partners prefer
Buying Groups
HTSA Spring Conference Gets Real
Buying group hosts first in-person whole-group gathering in over two years
Industry
HTSA Suspends Live Events For 2021
Includes the previously announced 2021 Fall Members Conference scheduled to take place in Dallas, TX in October
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RowOne Shortens W. Coast Delivery to 4 Days; Debuts New Recliner at August Nationwide PrimeTime Event
In February 2020 home entertainment seating company RowOne relaunched under the new ownership / direction of former Director of Sales and Marketing Todd Girdis....
Industry
HTSA’s ‘Tommapalooza’ Training Open To All At CEDIA Expo
Event to offer all-new classes, visiting expert educators, and a special keynote on the autonomous future of technology
Industry
HTSA’s Tom Doherty Joins HTA’s Board Of Advisors
The two groups collaborate to bring mutual benefits to members and bridge the gap between them
Buying Groups
HTSA Spring Summit: Minding Your Business
After a strange — but successful — 2020, the buying group looks to keep members ahead of the curve
Buying Groups
Vines And Vision
The HTSA Fall Conference looks toward a successful future for its members
Buying Groups
HTSA Helps Members Navigate The Pandemic
Organization details efforts to help members stay focused, informed, and growing.
The Wire - Press Releases
Revitalized Home Entertainment Seating Brand RowOne Gains Momentum in the CEDIA Channel
With ample inventory during COVID-19, just-in-time delivery, a new home theater configurator tool, participation in the upcoming AVB / BrandSource virtual convention and more,...
Industry
Jerry Kowitz, Co-Founder Of Jerry’s Audio/Video Passes Away At 80
Jerry’s Audio/Video was always at the forefront of emerging technologies and one of the first nationwide dealers to implement custom installation.
Buying Groups
HTSA Launches Package Of Aid And Information To Assist Members
Buying group also suspends member dues for the first time.
Buying Groups
Catalyst AV, HTSA and AVPro Form Industry Coalition
Catalyst AV to act as fulfillment center for AVPRO products as they move to HTSA dealer members
Industry
HTSA Board Of Directors Cancels Its Upcoming Spring Conference
The HTSA Fall Conference, currently planned for October 27-29 in Dallas, TX, is expected to continue as scheduled.
Buying Groups
The Integration Guide To Buying Groups: Group Mentality
Better margins are just one reason to join a buying group.
Buying Groups
HTSA Fall Conference: Fighting Dysfunction
The HTSA Fall Conference tackles the challenges to a healthy company culture.
Buying Groups
HTSA Hires Keith Esterly To Spearhead Training And Education
Training vet joins integrator group from Walmart U.S.
Buying Groups
HTSA Recaps Accomplishments
Takes a look back at the past year before announcing plans for 2019.
Retail
To Outsource Or Not To Outsource?
That is the question for labor-strapped custom integrators.
Buying Groups
HTSA Members Shine In Lighting Certification Program
Dozens have been deemed specialists by the American Lighting Association.
Buying Groups
HTSA Partners With AVAD
The buying group and the distributor form a ‘strategic alliance’
Retail
Gramophone Playing A New Tune
An acclaimed A/V dealer is shedding light on kitchen and bath design.
Buying Groups
HTSA Goes In As A Buying Group, Leaves As A Trade Consortium
Spring meeting provides an update on lighting design and ‘Well Buildings’ initiatives
Buying Groups
HTSA Planning Largest Ever Spring Conference
Keynote to focus on attracting and retaining talent.
Buying Groups
ProSource, HTSA Expand Ranks And Services
ProSource and HTSA have opened their books to new members.
Buying Groups
HTSA Shines A Light On LED Lighting
Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA) is working aggressively to grow its residential lighting business as part of a new initiative by the custom...
Industry
CEDIA & Escient Co-Founder Tom Doherty Joins HTSA
Tom Doherty, one of the original founders of CEDIA and a co-founder of Escient, has joined the Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA) buying...
Buying Groups
HTSA Talks New Initiatives On Wave Of Good Cheer
The Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA) buying group celebrated a successful 2016 and presented a positive look to the future at its recently...
Buying Groups
HTSA Expands Vendor, Membership Ranks
Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA), the buying group for specialty retailers and custom integrators, has opened its books to new manufacturers and members....
Buying Groups
HTSA Sets Spring Conference In San Diego
Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA), the national buying group for custom integrators and CE dealers, will hold its 2017 Spring Conference March 27-30...
Buying Groups
HTSA Board Welcomes Fresh Perspective
Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA), in accordance with the organization’s bylaws, completed a nomination and electoral process resulting in the election of two...
Buying Groups
HTSA Members ‘Acting Like a Group’
Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA) returned to where it all began for the buying group 20 years ago. At Chicago’s Westin Michigan Avenue,...
Buying Groups
VAC’s Tom Campbell Going Hollywood At HTSA 20th Anniversary Gathering
Tom Campbell, corporate director of Los Angeles’ Video & Audio Center CE chain, will join a host of headliners next week when the Home...
Buying Groups
HTSA Sets Fall Conference
Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA), the national retail and custom integration buying group, will hold its 2016 Fall Conference Oct.18-20 at the Westin...
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Spire Celebrates 15 Years Of Tech Integration
Each spring Spire Integrated Systems holds a major thank-you shindig for customers and vendors at its Troy, Mich., headquarters and showroom. This year’s gathering,...
news
Buying Groups Double Down On Support For Independents
There was a time, not all that long ago, when Best Buy, Walmart and the home-improvement chains seemed unstoppable, and pundits were ready to...
news
For Custom Integrators, An Embarrassment Of Riches
It’s the best of times for custom installers, system integrators and specialty A/V dealers, and not just because the world is moving to an...
Buying Groups
HTSA Renews Energy At Spring Meeting, Adds Masterclass Training Series
HTSA is celebrating its 20th anniversary—but not by looking back and reminiscing about the good old days. This year’s spring meeting location, The Ritz-Carlton...
Buying Groups
HTSA Adds Members, Vendors On Eve Of Spring Show
The Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA) is welcoming nine lucky integrators and vendors into its ranks. Lucky, not just for the advantages the...
Buying Groups
Former Best Buy Holding AudioVisions Joins HTSA
The Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA), the national retail and custom integration buying group, has added California integrator AudioVisions to its member roster....