This November, the 12 PowerHouse Alliance distributor members will host over 20 events and training sessions where dealers can learn the latest in automation, AV and security ahead of the holiday selling season.

There are many excellent subject-matter experts that pen books and articles about gaining and exhibiting specific leadership qualities.

Every Wednesday from Nov. 28 to Dec. 19, local SES branches will be hosting vendor showcases where you can enjoy a free breakfast and lunch, talk with vendors about products, receive special discounts and enter multiple gift card giveaways (including one for a $1,000 Visa gift card). 

Pioneer Music Company (PMC), a distributor of consumer and specialty electronics for the Midwestern market and a PowerHouse Alliance member, expanded its 149-year-old business with a fifth location in Des Moines, Iowa. 

The use of smoke and CO detectors in customer installations is driven, in large part, by fire protection and life safety codes, which also drive the specifications for the detectors that manufacturers build.

Historically, storage has been a challenge for video system designers and installers, with requirements rising along with camera resolutions. The addition of big data, the Internet of Things (IoT), integrated systems and IT applications to the mix have multiplied storage needs exponentially.

In honor of National Fire Prevention Month, Per Mar Security Services, a provider of total security solutions for residential and commercial clients based in Davenport, Iowa, announced it will donate $5,000 to fire safety and prevention programs in its communities.

Guardian Protection Services announced a three-year sponsorship agreement with six-time NFL Super Bowl champions, the Pittsburgh Steelers.

One of the many advantages of doing business with ADI is its Systems Design and Support Team based in Louisville, Ky.

Sonitrol launched a redesigned end-user site. In addition to the revamped look, the verified security company highlights record number of apprehensions — more than 178,800 and counting since 1977 — and a Gives Back program that highlights the company’s charitable police and school efforts throughout the country.