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CEA Announces Call for Applications For TechHome Mediterraneo Top 50 Integrators (4/8/2010)

Member List to Feature Top 50 Residential Systems Integrators in France, Italy and Spain The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, owner and producer of the International CES®, the world’s largest consumer technology tradeshow, announced today that applications are being accepted for the CEA TechHome Mediterraneo 50 (CEA THM 50), an exclusive Member List featuring the top 50  residential systems integrators in France, Italy and Spain. "The TechHome Mediterraneo 50 is the most exclusive group of custom integrators throughout Southern Europe," said Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, CEA. "Through their innovative and custom solutions these market-leading companies are growing their business and reaching new customers in the growing Southern European marketplace."

The CEA THM 50 compilation will feature the leading residential systems integration companies in France, Italy and Spain, setting them apart from the competition and moving the entire industry forward with new standards and benchmarks for the market.

Recognition as a CEA THM 50 member will be based upon a number of factors, including:

* Gross revenues
* Custom integration revenues
* Number of employees
* Number of employees dedicated to custom integration
* Growth rates
* Longevity in the market
* Commitment to custom integration growth

Companies selected as members of the CEA THM 50 will be eligible for hosting benefits at the inaugural CEA THM Summit in Lake Maggiore, Italy in October 2011. Additional benefits include a premium listing in the CEA THM Directory and the opportunity to be profiled online.

"The CEA THM 50 is the chance for residential systems integration companies to stand out as leaders in the market," says Robert Lazzarini, owner of an integration firm in Italy and member of the CEA THM advisory board. "I encourage companies to apply and help grow the industry."

The CEA THM 50 will be announced at the CE Pro 100 Integrators Summit, November 1-3 in Los Angeles, CA, USA.

To apply for the CEA THM 50, visit:

www.cea-thm.com/apply