Member List to Feature Top 50 Residential Systems Integrators in France, Italy and Spain

August 2, 2010 – 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.”

To apply for the CEA THM 50, visit http://www.cea-thm.com/apply.

For more information about the CEA THM 50 or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Shannon Murphy at smurphy@ae-ventures.com or 508-618-4224 (English), or Leonardo Norsa at lnorsa@ae-ventures.com or +1818.445.1871 (Italian).

About CEA TechHome Mediterraneo
CEA TechHome Mediterraneo (THM) is working to grow the market for installed home electronics and related products in Southern Europe by establishing a community of companies and connecting them through e-media, executive events and market research. THM serves manufacturers, distributors and integrators of Home Theater Products, Multi-Room Audio, High Performance Audio, Home Control Systems, Home Networks & Infrastructure, Energy Management & HVAC Control, Home Security and Advanced Electrical Products.

About AE Ventures
Association Event Ventures is focused on developing and managing new events, e-media, publications and research products for associations and other third parties. AE Ventures offers its partners opportunities to launch strategic, high-quality media products aligned with their missions at a minimum financial risk.

About CEA
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the $165 billion U.S. consumer electronics industry. More than 2,000 companies enjoy the benefits of CEA membership, including legislative advocacy, market research, technical training and education, industry promotion, standards development and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA also sponsors and manages the International CES – The Global Stage for Innovation. All profits from CES are reinvested into CEA’s industry services. Find CEA online at www.CE.org.