SEPTEMBER 4-8, 2018San Diego Convention Center | San Diego, CA

www.cediaexpo.com

CEDIA 2017 Post Show Report

Immerse yourself in the explosion of connectivity. CEDIA 2018 is your opportunity to stay informed, equipped, and connected with a passionate network of home tech pros.

10%

40%

85%Number of buyers increased nearly 10%

Close to 40% of 2017 buyers attended for the first time

Over 85% of attendees held buying power

>>>6,000>> unique companies attending

Nearly 2 individuals per company attend

KNOW YOUR AUDIENCE.

Attendee Profile

Over 90% of the Home Technology Professionals are Systems Integrator/AV Installers.

Company Type

Home Technology Professional Typen Home Technology Professionaln Manufacturern Professional Servicesn Distributorn Manufacturer Representativen Industry - Related Professionaln Studentn Government Official

59%15%

8%

7%

6%4% 1%

.5%

Systems Integrator/AV Installer n IT Professional n

Electrician nSecurity Professional n

91%

4%3% 2%

2017 saw an over 10% increase in the Owner/CEO category.

Job Title

President/Owner/CEO n Sales n

Technician/ Installer nProject Manager n

Designer/Engineer nAdmin/Operations n

Marketing nProgrammer n

44%

13%

10%

7%

7%

7%

6%4% 2%

Over 70% of attendee’s company’s annual gross revenue is over 500,000. (or 40% over 1,000,000)

Annual RevenueAreas of Interest at CEDIA 2017

Attendee Profile cont.

n $0 - $500,000n $500,001 - 1 millionn 1 million - 2 millionn 2 million - 5 millionn 5 million - 10 millionn 10 million - 30 millionn 30 million - 100 millionn 100 million - 200 millionn 200 million +

25%

30%

21%

14%

5%2% 2%1% 1%

AudioVideo

Audio/VideoHome Automation/Systems Integration

Home TheaterDistributed Audio/Video

Audio ComponentsLighting Control

SpeakersHome Networking/ Servers

AccessoriesHigh Performance Audio

WirelessRemote Control Systems

Racks/ Mounting EquipmentWiring & Cables

Acoustics

77%75%

73%56%

53%43%

42%42%42%42%

39%35%

34%33%

32%31%31%

Technologies to be offered within 24 monthsEmployees

Attendee Profile cont.

n 1 - 10n 11 - 20n 21 - 50n 51 - 100n 100+

63%

13%

10%

4%

10%Security Products

Audio/Video BridgingAugmented Reality

Virtual RealityAcoustics

Wireless Distributed VideoWireless Distributed Audio

Enterprise Grade Network EquipmentConnected Light Bulbs

Digital SignageVideo Conferencing/Telepresence

Voice ControlHome Health/ Aging in Place

Alternative Sources of EnergyEnergy Management

HDMI 2.0 HDCP 2.2Ultra HD/4k with HDR and Wide Color Gaunt

802.11 AD

47%29%

8%10%

34%54%

40%24%

26%22%

64%12%

11%41%

62%63%

32%

Reasons for attending

97%of all attendees cite exposure to new products the top reason for attending

94%of all attendees cite exhibiting companies as one of the top reasons for attending

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[The] CEDIA [show] has such an exciting atmosphere!  It brings together many different industries and technologies which always makes for a great show. We look forward to exhibiting at the show each year because we know we can count on thoughtful conversations and interactions with all of the right people.

Carrie Higbee, CTSM > Sr. Marketing Events Manager,control4

EXHIBIT WITH EXCELLENCE

>70% of exhibitors launched new products at CEDIA 2017>90% of exhibitors met their target attendees Close to 90% walked away with quality leadsOver 85% plan to exhibit at CEDIA 2018

90%

70%

90%85%

CEDIA 2017 was an outstanding experience for Modulus Media Systems! We met with key integrators and partners, and even used the CEDIA event as the platform for our national product launch party. We will continue to focus on CEDIA in the years ahead.

Steve Schulz, President and CEO, Modulus Media Systems, Inc.

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Beyond the booth

HIGH PERFORMANCE AUDIO ROOMS

These rooms provide a venue for high-end audio exhibitors to accurately demo the quality of their luxury products without competing with the noise from the tradeshow floor.

MEETING SPACESUtilize meeting spaces to consult with current and potential clients. Generate leads and establish relationships.

INNOVATION ALLEYNew company? CEDIA 2018 is your cost-effective opportunity to mass market at the leading event in home technology and automation.

MARKETING &PR OPPORTUNITIES

As an added value to participating in the show, we have invested in marketing tools to help drive traffic to your booth and to your company before, during and after CEDIA 2018. Details coming soon!

SOUND ROOMSDisplay your quality speakers in our insulated sound rooms directly on the show floor.

MANUFACTURER PRODUCT TRAININGThe education attendees need from the exhibitors they know and trust. Offer a variety of product training that will help answer questions and move you forward.

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Companies A-K #Ashley Sprengnether

ashley@cediaexpo.com 317-778-5407

Companies L-ZChris Menefee

chris@cediaexpo.com (O) 770-291-5460 (C) 470-559-8294

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