Agenda

Parks Associates will host a full day of sessions at CES 2025, with a networking reception in the evening.

07
Jan
2025

CONNECTIONS Summit 2025

In-Person at CES

Jan 7th | 2025

CONNECTIONS Summit 2025

In-Person at CES
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This event for all consumer technology players provides a jump start to understanding the opportunities in the connected home market, with research highlights from research leader Parks Associates. Throughout the event, industry players address product growth, business strategy, the impact of AI, interoperability and integration efforts, and the next generation of connected products in the home.

Tuesday, January 7, 2025

08:30 AM PT

Breakfast: Coffee, Conversations and CONNECTIONS

09:00 AM PT

AI in the Smart Home: Applications and Ethics

Moderator

Jennifer Kent
Vice President, Research

Parks Associates

Paul Williams
Global Managing Director for Home Management Business Unit

Nice Group

This session covers the practical applications of AI in enhancing home automation, improving energy efficiency, and providing personalized user experiences. Speakers address ethical considerations and privacy concerns associated with AI in the home.

10:00 AM PT

Profitability in the Connected Home

Moderator

Elizabeth Parks
President & CMO

Parks Associates

Jacob Alamat
Senior Vice President, Home and Life Business Unit

Silicon Labs, Inc.

This session addresses the business models and revenue streams driving profitability in the connected home market. This session delves into consumer trends, subscription services, and monetization strategies.

11:00 AM PT

Smart Home Standards & Platforms: Who’s Winning

Moderator

Jennifer Kent
Vice President, Research

Parks Associates

Michelle Mindala-Freeman
Chief Operating Officer

Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA)

This session addresses the battle to dominate in the smart home, with a focus on the innovative platforms attracting the next gen buyer. It also addresses the continued effort for collaboration through standards efforts.

12:00 PM PT

Lunch

01:00 PM PT

Demand for Energy Management at Home

Moderator

Daniel Holcomb
Senior Analyst, Smart Home Research

Parks Associates

Wolfgang Kirsch
CEO

Shelly Group PLC

This session highlights the latest innovations in energy-efficient technologies and smart devices that help homeowners monitor and reduce their energy consumption. Experts discuss trends, consumer behavior, and the business potential of home energy management.

02:00 PM PT

Navigating the Multifamily IoT Markets

Moderator

Kristen Hanich
Director of Research

Parks Associates

John Butrim
Vice President, Multifamily

ADT Multifamily

Eric Harnischfeger
Senior Product Manager, Multifamily Electronics

Kwikset / ASSA ABLOY

Greg Mora
Executive Director, Business Development

Johnson Controls

This session examines how smart home technologies can be tailored to meet the needs of apartment buildings and other multifamily properties. Experts share strategies for deploying connected solutions, discuss the regulatory landscape and infrastructure considerations, as well as enhancing resident value and property management efficiency.

03:00 PM PT

Home Security: Trends and Transformations

Moderator

Elizabeth Parks
President & CMO

Parks Associates

Tim Eskew
Director, Residential Electronic Products, Software, and Partnerships

Allegion

Abe Kinney
Senior Director, Product Management

Alarm.com

Keith Puckett
Founder and CEO

Ubiety Technologies

Eric Villines
Global Head of Communications

eufy Security / Anker Innovations

This session explores how sensors, surveillance systems, low power and AI-driven analytics innovations are enhancing safety and peace of mind. Speakers highlight consumer expectations, market trends, and strategies for developing comprehensive, user-friendly security solutions.

06:30 PM PT

Networking Reception