Who is CEA?
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) represents more than 1,000 corporate members involved in the design, development, manufacturing, distribution and integration of audio, video, mobile electronics, wireless and landline communications, information technology, home networking, multimedia and accessory products, as well as related services that are sold through consumer channels. Combined, CEA's members account for more than $80 billion in annual sales. CEA's resources are available online at www.CE.org, the definitive source for information about the consumer electronics industry.

CEA also sponsors and manages the International CES - Defining Technology's Future. All profits from CES are reinvested into industry services, including technical training and education, industry promotion, engineering standards development, market research and legislative advocacy.

Parks Associates

Who is Parks Associates?
Parks Associates is a Dallas, Texas-based market research firm specializing in emerging technologies and services for the home. Founded in 1986, Parks Associates provides primary and secondary research on home systems, in-home networks, home security, consumer electronics, telecommunications, Internet service, energy utility, residential gateways, small business, and subscription TV industries. Parks Associates’ clients include both Fortune 500 companies and small start-ups. Products and services include syndicated reports, multiclient studies, custom consulting, workshops, and conferences.

PARKS ASSOCIATES’ MISSION:
“TO PROVIDE COMPETITOR, TECHNOLOGY, AND CONSUMER RESEARCH OF SUPERIOR QUALITY AND INSIGHT TO HELP OUR CLIENTS DELIVER PRODUCTS AND SERVICES THAT IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIVES FOR THEIR CUSTOMERS.”