During the fifth-annual Smart Energy Summit, speakers from Alarm.com, iControl Networks, Lowe's, and Time Warner Cable will visit this topic in a session on February 18, examining the partnership opportunities that will expand energy management capabilities to the mass market.
Smart home devices are increasing in popularity as consumers realize the benefits and convenience these products have to offer. However, Parks Associates research finds that while consumers are interested in smart home devices and solutions, they are looking for a broader scope of offerings.
For example, over 40% of US households are interested in home energy management solutions, but only a mere 1% of those are interested in home energy management as a single offering. Instead, homeowners want a solution that fits into a broader, bundled offering. It is therefore up to utilities, platforms, and service providers to work together to create a solution that fits the wants and needs of consumers.
Speakers include:
Joe Jankosky, Director, Intelligent Home Vertical Markets at Time Warner Cable
Joe develops new businesses for Time Warner Cable’s IntelligentHome platform, and other energy-related ventures.
Jay Kenny, Vice President, Marketing at Alarm.com
Jay Kenny leads all aspects of Alarm.com’s marketing strategy and corporate communications. He has broad experience across marketing disciplines including managing teams and programs in B to B, Channel and Consumer marketing.
Letha McLaren, Vice President, Product Management at iControl Networks
Letha McLaren leads the development of the company’s Energy Management solutions. Letha has spent almost 12 years in the energy industry dealing directly with utilities in the area of smart grid solutions.
Kevin Meagher, Vice President & General Manager, Smart Home at Lowe's
Kevin Meagher leads Lowe's smart home initiative, including the development of Iris, Lowe’s exclusive Cloud platform designed to monitor and control virtually everything in the home from a computer or smart phone.
