Volume 22, Issue 6 – March 19, 2025

Latest headlines: Lee Distad about how to answer yes or no questions to clients, plus news from Blackwire, Salamander Designs and more

March 19, 2025 | Volume: 22 | Issue 6

rAVe HomeAV Edition

Hi everyone! In our latest newsletter, we learn a valuable lesson from Lee Distad. Why we should never just say yes or no when it comes to a client. This is particularly helpful in that we should never just tell a client no but should instead offer more information. This seems like something you should already know, but trust me. The advice is a helpful read anyway. Enjoy!

Steph Beckett

Managing Editor, rAVe [PUBS]

COLUMNS

Here’s the Latest From the Blogsquad.

The Power of ‘No, But…’: Turning Closed Doors Into Open Conversations [Lee Distad]

There’s an old expression I’m sure you’ve all heard that goes, “It’s not what you say but how you say it.”

No one likes receiving bad news, and sometimes […]

PRODUCT NEWS

What You Need to Know.

Blackwire Designs Now Sells Level Home Smart Lock Products

IMAX Introduces AI-Driven Streaming Tech to Enhance Live Content Quality

IMAX Corporation has unveiled an AI-driven live streaming technology designed to enhance the […]

WORK PRO Adds 4×4, 8×8 and 16×16 Audio Matrix

WORK PRO has expanded its Integra series with three new models — Integra 16S, Integra 4SA, and Integra 8SA — all set for release in May. The Integra 16S […]

Salamander Designs Introduces Manhattan Media Cabinet for HomeAV and ProAV Markets

INDUSTRY NEWS

What’s New in HomeAV.

Nice North America Appoints Donnie McVicker as Chief Sales Officer

Nice North America has appointed Donnie McVicker as its new chief sales officer (CSO), the company announced. With more than 15 years of experience in sales […]

Lighthouse Design Studio Expands Into CEDIA Channel

Lighthouse Design Studio, a firm specializing in high-end outdoor lighting design, is expanding its services to the CEDIA channel, aiming to partner with custom […]

MEDIA

Videos We Think You’ll Love.

DoorBird Reveals A1131, an IP Video Mini Dome Camera for Smart Homes

Outline Features A-Series Aluminum Column Speakers with Ceramic Coating

Optoma Intros Photon Go Portable Short Throw Projector

Basalte Presents Adelante Door Phone System

K-array Presents Vyper-KV25 II Small-Profile Passive Loudspeaker for Dolby Altmos Surround

Crestron Features Crestron Home OS Open Ecosystem

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