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Katie Osgood is the Sales Supervisor for the South Central Region at Lutron Electronics, focusing on luxury residential sales. Her expertise includes intelligent lighting systems, automated shades, and home control. 

Emily has been a registered interior designer with the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners, a professional member of ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) since 2005, and a previous member of both the ASID Dallas Design Community Board and the Denton Historic Landmark Commission. She has also taught interior design as an adjunct professor at the University of North Texas and has served on the UNT Interior Design Department Advisory Board. Emily earned her BFA in Interior Design from the University of North Texas. She also has a second BFA in Textile Design from the Kansas City Art Institute and has additional coursework in architecture from the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. She is a former senior designer with Joseph Minton, Inc. in Fort Worth where her many high-profile projects earned her a place in publications such as D Home, Log and Timber Style, and Dallas Home Design. Emily started Gibson Gimpel Interior Design in 2005 with her business partner, Allison Gimpel. Together, their projects have won many awards from the ASID Texas and Dallas communities, as well as Best of Houzz since 2013. She provides her clients with a thoughtful execution of space planning and construction details with a high level of project management experience, as well as expertise in textiles and a well-rounded knowledge of Contemporary art gained while working earlier in her career with Contemporary Art galleries in Chicago. Her style is defined by her refined and knowledgeable perspective of architectural and interior design history along with current trends, spatial balance, and art history. 

Allison's journey into the creative arts began in childhood, igniting a lifelong passion that now influences her work as an interior designer. With a rich background in dance, she brings a unique artistic perspective to her designs, focusing on the rhythm, flow, and emotional resonance of spaces. Graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from the University of North Texas, Allison refined her skills while managing operations at Joseph Minton Antiques, where

she skillfully blended historical appreciation with contemporary design.

In 2005, driven by her entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to forge meaningful relationships with clients, Allison co-founded Gibson Gimpel Interior Design with Emily Gibson. Their strategic

partnerships have led to numerous award-winning projects and deepened her understanding of the power of collaboration in design.

Allison is dedicated to truly listening to her clients' visions, guiding them through thoughtful space planning and project management. With a fearless attitude toward challenges, she thrives on pushing boundaries and transforming the impossible into reality. Just remember, never tell her, "That can’t be done!"

“Luke is our Director of Construction and an expert in his field. A favorite among sub-contractors, vendors and clients alike, a friend and ally to everyone he meets. Luke grew up knowing that he wanted to be in the construction industry. He spent every summer working at job sites alongside his Mother, Cathy Koonsman. After graduating from Ole Miss in 2011 with a Human Resources degree, Luke returned back to Dallas to fulfill his dream with Koonsman and Co.”

VP Sales & Marketing, Apex Technologies

Jimmy Paschke is a seasoned sales and marketing executive with extensive experience in the consumer electronics and systems integration sectors. Currently serving as the Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Apex Technologies US since June 2022, Pashke leads initiatives in Gastonia, NC, focusing on innovative solutions in the technology landscape.

Prior to his role at Apex Technologies, Pashke was the Director of Residential Sales at SurgeX, where from May 2014 to June 2022, he championed the sales team and significantly contributed to the company's dominance in surge elimination products within the CE space. His efforts were pivotal in reinforcing SurgeX's foundation in the residential channel, enhancing product visibility and sales.

Pashke's career is also marked by significant roles at Core Brands and Panamax, where he was Director of CI Sales. At Core Brands, from August 2012 to May 2014, and at Panamax, from August 2010 to September 2012, he led sales initiatives that deepened market penetration and expanded sales networks across North America.

Power Specialist, Apex Technologies

Vincent P. Luciani is a recognized expert in power quality and its impact on modern electrical and electronic systems. With over two decades of experience in the electrical industry, he specializes in developing solutions that enhance the performance and reliability of sensitive equipment, including LED lighting and advanced control systems.

As a Power Products Specialist at Apex Technologies – US, Vincent has played a pivotal role in designing and implementing strategies to mitigate power disturbances in residential, commercial, and industrial environments. His extensive knowledge of electrical engineering principles, combined with practical expertise in uninterruptable power supplies (UPSs), voltage regulation, and power distribution systems, enables him to deliver innovative and reliable solutions tailored to the needs of his clients.

Vincent’s previous experience includes designing audio and video electronic equipment for companies both inside and outside the CI channel.  Vinent holds a BSEE from North Carolina State University, and an MSEE from The Georgia Institute of Technology.

VP, of Engineering, DMF Lighting

Rushi Kumar is a lighting industry veteran with 25 years covering controls and fixture development. 

As an Electrical Engineer, Rushi built his career at Lutron and Crestron leading the development of numerous dimming and control technologies.

His philosophy on innovation and product development is shaped by many years on customer sites, supporting integrators in delivering satisfaction to their clients. He believes in simplicity and elegance of design as well as a 100% commitment to taking care of the customer. 

His confidence in the adoption of lighting within the CI channel led him to DMF five years ago where he continues to deliver industry leading product, service and support.

CEO, Owner - Luxury Integrated Technologies

Sarah Dresher has focused on the residential new construction and renovation market for over eight years. Sarah’s experience and degree in electrical engineering allow her to fully grasp the importance of concealing tomorrow’s technology in the home of today.  While completing her Master’s degree, she joined Lutron Electronics in the Sales Leadership Development Program and relocated to Dallas, TX to manage the residential business channels.

Sarah Dresher has focused on the residential new construction and renovation market for over eight years. Sarah’s experience and degree in electrical engineering allow her to fully grasp the importance of concealing tomorrow’s technology in the home of today.  While completing her Master’s degree, she joined Lutron Electronics in the Sales Leadership Development Program and relocated to Dallas, TX to manage the residential business channels.

Ron Callis Jr. is the charismatic founder, fearless leader, and chief visionary of One Firefly, LLC, an award-winning marketing agency for the residential and commercial custom integration industry. He has been helping professionals in the technology industry since 2000. After earning his Mechanical Engineering degree from Virginia Tech, Ron began his career in sales with industry leaders Lutron and Crestron. His work with technology business owners ignited his entrepreneurial spirit, leading him to found Firefly Design Group (now One Firefly) in 2007.

Under Ron's leadership, One Firefly has grown to become the leading marketing firm in the professional technology space, making the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years and ranking number 19 on the Top 100 Best Places to Work by TechNational. Ron is a regular contributor to industry publications, host of the AV and integration-focused podcast Automation Unplugged, and a sought-after speaker at industry events. He is a CEDIA Certified Instructor, Advisory Board Member for Azione Unlimited, and was honored as a CE Pro Master in 2021.

Jamie Briesemeister is a co-founder and the CEO of Integration Controls, a smart home automation company that bridges technology and design to simplify and enrich the lives of their clientele.  Jamie collaborates with the design/build community in St. Louis – and beyond – providing education, solutions, and inspiration centered on home technology.  

She has served on the Custom Electronics Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) global Board of Directors and has been a long-time volunteer of the association.  Jamie is a member of the National Kitchen & Bath Association, the American Society of Interior Designers, and the Home Builder’s Association.  In these groups, she provides education focused on including technology in the designed environment.  

As a CEDIA Outreach Instructor (COI), she provides CEUs and educational sessions for architects, interior designers, and others in the design/build profession.  She is a thought leader on industry panels, a keynote speaker, and has been awarded the 2024 Carol Campbell “Inspiration Award”, a 2019 Powerful Woman in Consumer Technology, Volunteer of the Year for CEDIA, and TITAN 100.  

Outside of the office, Jamie enjoys time without technology: hiking, gardening, practicing yoga, traveling with family, or walking one of her six dogs. 

Josh has been a technology enthusiast since a child and entered the home technology industry in 1995 at a locally owned audio/video retailer. He moved to a custom technology integration company in 1998 where he helped the firm grow into one of the largest custom AV integration, home theater, and home automation companies in the industry. In 2015 Josh joined a low-voltage technology consulting firm specializing in designing and engineering home technology systems until co-founding the Home Technology Association (HTA) in 2017.

Josh is an experienced educator, teaching at the annual CEDIA Expo from 2002 to 2006, and has delivered dozens of industry outreach presentations to some of the top architects, general contractors, and interior designers in the USA. In serving several different roles, as a salesperson at a custom technology integration firm, a marketing specialist to the design & build trades, an industry outreach liaison, and as a technology consultant, Josh brings years of experience and perspective to the Home Technology Association. Josh's goal has always been to deliver exceptional technology experiences to clients, and in his role as CEO of the HTA, he gets to expand on that goal as he identifies the top home technology installation firms and brings them the recognition they so badly deserve.

David Weinstein is Vice President- Residential Sales for Lutron Electronics Co., Inc., in Coopersburg, PA.  He is responsible for developing market and sales growth across residential market segments for all of Lutron’s professionally designed and installed products and solutions. 

David has worked in the lighting control, shading, and lighting systems business for over 48 years. For many years he worked at Yusen Associates, achieving the position of president before joining Lutron.  Yusen Associates is a New England based manufacturer’s representative for lighting, control, and electrical products.

David is past president of the Electric Institute of New England, the Connecticut Section of the Illuminating Engineering Society, and the Connecticut Electric Association. He currently serves on the board of Integration Systems Europe, The Home Technology Association, and is the Immediate Past Chairperson of the CEDIA Board.  

David has a B.S. from Northeastern University and is a Certified Professional Manufacturers Representative.