HTSA Announces Two New Board Members for 2012

Posted on: 11-4-2011 Posted in: Blog

Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA) elects Jim Richards and Jon Summer to the board of directors.

Chester Springs, PA – November 3rd, 2011 —- Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA), announced today that Jon Summer, President of Cybersound & Security located in Scottsdale, AZ and Jim Richards of Fresno, CA based Futurehome Systems & Design will become new board members effective January 1st, 2012. Messrs. Summer and Richards replace the seats previously held by Jeffrey Anderson former CEO of Aurant, Salt Lake City, UT and Bob Gullo, President of Piscataway, NJ based Electronics Design Group, Inc. Gullo opted not to run for a third term after serving six consecutive years as a board member, most currently as 2011 HTSA President. HTSA board members serve three year terms.

Returning board members are Brian Hudkins of Gramophone Ltd., Timonium Maryland; Joe Barrett of Barrett’s Technology Solutions, Naperville, Illinois; Brad Whitehead of Paragon, Glenwood Springs, Colorado; Mike McMaster of Wilshire Home Entertainment, Thousand Oaks, California; and Leon Shaw of Audio Advice, Raleigh, North Carolina; Craig Abplanalp of Definitive, Seattle, Washington. Jon Robbins, president of HiFi House, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been selected as President for 2012.

“Both Jim and Jon represent excellent choices for the board from among the vast talent and experience we have in our membership and I’m looking forward to working closely with both as we continue to grow and strengthen HTSA” states Bob Hana, Managing Director of HTSA.

“Jim and Jon are seasoned veterans, both bring unique skill sets to the board. Jim had 20 years corporate experience with GE before founding Futurehome, and Jon has Electrical and Security experience, these guys will certainly impact our group’s future direction” said Bob Gullo.

“The energy and commitment that have been added to the group by Jim and Jon’s election to the board will be immeasurable. They will each add fresh perspectives to continue to further the HTSA evolution.” said Robbins, 2012 HTSA President

About Home Technology Specialists of America

Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA) is a national association of electronic system technology experts, who service the residential and business markets. HTSA’s members are located in 38 states from coast to coast and each location is staffed with expert technologists who design, engineer, service and install high-end audio, video, automation, lighting, and climate control solutions for a discriminating clientele. HTSA represents 60 members, 95 storefronts and over 400 installers nationwide. The impeccable work of HTSA members is affirmed through references and endorsements from designers, architects, builders and clientele, as well as partnerships with real estate developers and electronics manufacturers who recognize their commitment to quality. Visit www.htsa.com for more information. You can also find us at: