Episode 326 - Exploring Crestron's Residential Strategy with John Clancy

On this episode of HomeTech: We are joined by Crestron’s VP of Residential, John Clancy. A long-time channel vet, we explore John’s rise through the industry from Crestron Programmer, to part-owner of one of the country’s largest integrators, to his current post at the helm of Crestron’s global residential efforts. John shares the interesting backstory behind his joining the team at Crestron following the company’s famed departure from CEDIA Expo in 2015. We then do a deep dive into the company’s expanding portfolio including Crestron Home OS, the new 70-series touchpanels, its home conferencing solutions, their wellness partnership with Delos, and much more. If you’re interested in a peek behind the curtain at one of the world’s largest home technology companies, don’t miss this episode!That, plus the latest home tech headlines including: We speculate about JoshAI’s upcoming and much-hyped mystery release. Netflix raises prices again. Comcast and Walmart might make TVs together. Older Nest TStats can now monitor your HVAC system. And more…Fan of the show? Want to support our efforts? Please consider becoming a Patron!Show NotesJosh.ai KeynoteHomeTech HeadlinesNetflix is raising the price of standard and premium plans in the USComcast and Walmart might make smart TVs togetherNest thermostats in the US and Canada can now monitor your HVAC systemInterview - John Clancy - CrestronPick of the WeekBioVYZR 1.0 - Personal Air Purifying Shield