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grants in 2021 to up-and-coming home technology talent. With the
onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, CEDIA started the CEDIASTRONG
foundation as a way to empower members with virtual events,
roundtable discussions and webinars. So far, thousands of members
have participated in CEDIASTRONG events and have taken advantage
of member resources as a way to build new skills and adjust their
business models for success.
"CEDIA Expo provides a wonderful forum to learn from and grow
with the best minds in the industry," said CEDIA Global President and
Chief Executive Officer Tabatha O'Connor. "Through the massive
number of CEDIA Education courses offered virtually this year, learners
from around the world who tuned in were treated to an array of subjects
covering everything from hot topics and emerging trends to knowledge
that will kick off a brilliant career and advanced offerings for industry
veterans. The learning won't stop either, as all CEDIA Education
courses at CEDIA Expo are available to be viewed on demand and
from the comfort of wherever you are through the end of the year."
Additionally, Emerald Expositions committed to matching all
donations made to the CEDIASTRONG foundation during CEDIA
Expo. On Thursday the 17th CEDIA Expo hosted the #CEDIAStrong
Scholarship Fund Benefit Concert featuring the CEPro All-Star Band
as a way to encourage donations and finish off the virtual experience.
"Emerald Expositions is honored to support the industry in establishing
the CEDIASTRONG Scholarship Fund," says Brian Pagel, executive
vice president at Emerald Expositions. "The long-term growth and
prosperity of our industry will rely heavily on attracting top talent and
providing them with world-class professional education opportunities."
To donate to the CEDIASTRONG Scholarship Fund go to
www.cedia.net/cediastrong.
As a reminder, all virtual programming will be live on
www.cediaexpovirtual.com until December 31, 2020.
The next CEDIA Expo is scheduled for September 1-3, 2021 in
Indianapolis, IN, home to the CEDIA Association. Please visit
www.cediaexpo.com for more information.
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