Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI) - Experts & Thought Leaders

Control and automation manufacturer RTI announced that Eric Randt has joined the company as National Sales Director for the United States and Canada. Reporting to CEO Joe Roberts, Randt will oversee RTI initiatives that grow RTI and Blustream sales with commercial and residential integrators across the country. National Sales Director "We are happy to welcome Eric as our National Sales Director. I've known Eric and worked with him before. His experience with strategic customers in our key channels will be a huge asset, particularly as we launch new products across multiple categories," said Roberts. "Eric shares our values, our commitment to integrators, and customer focus. He is a proven sales leader who practices our commitment to delight customers." Eric Randt Randt brings a history of sales leadership in the custom integration channel Randt brings a history of sales leadership in the custom integration channel, most recently as Vice President of Sales at Nice North America, heading the new shade and tube motor division.  Earlier positions include Director of Sales at Nortek Control's smart home market segment (where he previously worked for Roberts), Technical Sales Manager at Savant Systems, and Senior Account Manager at AVAD. Software platform "I am thrilled to again work with Joe and the RTI team to create opportunities for integrators in the U.S. and Canada," said Randt. "I've been following RTI for years and am happy to now be a part of the company's growth." "RTI has an unbeatable software platform and a growing pipeline of new products on the way. But beyond the products and performance, the dealer-first mentality embodied by everyone at RTI is both refreshing and impressive."  Delivering experiences "I look forward to connecting with integrators from coast to coast to show how RTI can help them win projects, deliver exceptional experiences for their clients, and grow their business." "Being from Minneapolis, RTI was the brand that first hooked me into the custom install space and now here I am a part of this amazing brand."

RTI, a global pioneer in control and automation, announced the promotion of Vincent Bova to the position of Director of Dealer Experience. Bova has earned the new role by ensuring an exceptional experience for the company's dealers through robust training programs, superior technical support, and project design assistance. Bova has extensive experience in the CI industry, having owned an integration business for over 12 years, where, in addition to doing installations of his own, he became a programming resource for other dealers. Joining RTI in 2017 as the Dealer Experience Manager for the Eastern region, Bova was instrumental in developing the new RTIXCEL training program, including a state-of-the-art online learning management system, online webinars, and the successful three-day headquarter training. "With his extensive knowledge of the CI industry and passion for supporting dealers, it's no surprise that Vincent has made a huge impact at RTI since joining our team," said Ed McConaghay, CEO, RTI. "His contributions to our Dealer Experience initiative and RTIXCEL training program have been invaluable to their success, and we're thrilled to recognize his leadership with this promotion to Director of Dealer Experience."

RTI, a control and automation manufacturer for residential and commercial settings, announced integration with Channel Vision Technology's Elite Series SI-8000 front door station, allowing it to be used with RTI control devices featuring intercom capabilities. Channel Vision's SI-8000 features a built-in IP camera that allows residents to receive video calls when visitors ring the doorbell, while an integrated strike provides the capability to unlock the door. This brings the front door station into the RTI ecosystem, allowing residents to answer and unlock the door from intercom-compatible RTI controllers. This is our first partner integration, and we couldn't be more pleased for it to be with RTI, the control platform of choice for many installers" Audio Intercom Capabilities Full support for video intercom is supported on the KX10 in-wall touchpanel and CX10 countertop/under-cabinet touchpanels. In addition, RTI's KX3 and KX7 in-wall touchpanels, CX7 countertop/under-cabinet touchpanel, and flagship T3x remote control, provide audio intercom capabilities when integrated with the SI-8000. "We are extremely pleased to have Channel Vision as an integration partner," said Mike Everett, vice president of Global Sales, RTI. "By combining Channel Vision's popular IP front door station and the RTI control environment, our dealers can offer their clients the added convenience and security they desire." "This is our first partner integration, and we couldn't be more pleased for it to be with RTI, the control platform of choice for many installers," said Darrel Hauk, president and CEO of Channel Vision Technology. "We are especially excited for integration with the CX10 touchpanel and can't wait to see video calls on its WXGA-resolution LCD screen."