CEDIA 2025
eVENT COVERAGE

Missed us at CEDIA? Watch the highlight reel: booth walk-through, real conversations, Farr on the Smart Stage, plus class highlights with Farr and Ted. What matters: maintenance plans = reliable RMR; NaaS, cellular DAS, and cybersecurity create monthly revenue; include cybersecurity in every proposal to shift liability off your plate. Two minutes. Press play.

CEDIA EXPO 2025 Interviews

Cybersecurity

Annette from SpecOp Secure talks with Daniel Lowitz (Summit Technology Group) and Robert Davis (Soundwave AV & Design). They get into how work really runs now: if the network stops, everything stops. Update firmware and apps, manage access, log changes, and put cybersecurity in scope from day one. They also discuss integrating multiple vendors without creating gaps. If you build or service client networks, these are a few minutes well spent. Watch.

Mike Cogbill Talks about
Cellular Amplification Systems

Industry veteran “Cowboy Mike” Cogbill joins Michael Restrepo to explain why SpecOp Secure is his go-to partner for cellular amplification systems: commercial-grade performance for homes and businesses, FCC-certified engineers who design and fine-tune every system for all carriers, and proactive remote monitoring that keeps coverage solid and integrators’ reputations protected.

OUR SESSIONS

Farr Shepherd

President and Founder
Decypher Technologies Inc. and SpecOp Secure

From Network Installer to Digital Gatekeeper: Why Cybersecurity Starts With You

From luxury residences to light commercial installs, cybersecurity is no longer optional—it’s expected. This session helps integrators understand how installing a network puts the liability on them to safeguard clients from cybercrime, what level of protection different clients truly need, and how to convert cybersecurity into a trust-building, revenue-generating services. Attendees will walk away with a clear framework to scale security offerings, meet compliance needs, and better protect both their clients and their brand.

Ted Bremekamp

VP of Channel Development SpecOp Secure

Michael "Cowboy Mike" Cogbill

Principal
REV2 Consulting, LLC

Maintenance Plans for Integrated Systems

This course focuses on building a successful program for service after the sale that builds profitable recurring revenue and keeps the customer’s systems in top operating condition. Learn what to include in your maintenance plans and how to sell the value to your customers. Take the challenge and transition your service from Reactive to Proactive! 

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Heard the horror stories about cellular repeaters that didn’t deliver? This isn’t that. Joe Wood from Nextivity is joining us at the SpecOp Secure booth to break down how modern cellular DAS actually works—and why it’s finally a smart move for both commercial and residential projects. If you’re dealing with dead zones, 5G interference, or unreliable Wi-Fi calling, this is the fix your clients have been waiting for.

Making the Most of the Educational Sessions at CEDIA Expo 2025

With an immersive show floor and a packed schedule of technical training, business strategy, and future-facing tech at this year’s CEDIA Expo, it’s tough to choose where to spend your time. To help alleviate some options paralysis, the CE Pro editorial team has reviewed the full lineup and selected the education sessions at CEDIA Expo 2025 we believe every integrator, designer, or industry stakeholder should seriously consider attending. These sessions not only tackle pressing industry issues but also offer practical takeaways you can use to strengthen your business and deliver better results for your clients.

Specop Secure at CEDIA Expo 2024

At CEDIA Expo 2024, SpecOp Secure garnered significant recognition for its innovative cybersecurity solutions. The company’s flagship product, Cyber Protect, was honored with the Best of Show award by Residential Systems, acknowledging its exceptional impact on the smart home industry. Additionally, Cyber Protect received the CE Pro Best Product Award for 2024, celebrated as the Most Promising Product for AV and custom integrators. These accolades underscore SpecOp Secure’s commitment to enhancing home network security and supporting integrators with cutting-edge solutions.