Recognized Home Automation Leaders 2025

Dean Joffe | Founder & Director, Simpletech Dean Joffe is the founder and Director of Simpletech, Cape Town’s premier smart home automation and electrical design firm. A specialist in high-performance residential technology, Dean holds a BSc in Mechatronics Engineering from the University of Cape Town (UCT). His engineering-led approach has positioned Simpletech as the leading integrator for luxury estates and boutique commercial environments in South Africa. Since founding Simpletech in 2017, Dean has built a reputation for "Invisible Innovation"—the art of integrating sophisticated technology that disappears into the architecture. Under his leadership, the firm has grown into a 40-person powerhouse, uniquely distinguished by a team of six full-time, professionally qualified electrical engineers. This ensures that every project meets rigorous technical standards while maintaining a minimalist aesthetic. As a specialist in world-class automation ecosystems, Dean leads Simpletech in the design and implementation of industry-leading brands, including Lutron, Control4, and Savant. The firm’s expertise spans high-end lighting control, climate integration, energy management, and bespoke audio-visual environments. Beyond traditional smart home systems, Dean is pioneering the next generation of home intelligence: the integration of private, locally-hosted Large Language Models (LLMs). By moving away from cloud-dependent assistants, Dean provides Simpletech clients with truly responsive, AI-driven environments that prioritize absolute data security and personal privacy. Dean Joffe and Simpletech remain the first and last call for architects, developers, and homeowners seeking a partner who understands that true luxury is defined by technology that is powerfully functional yet elegantly simple.

I am a digital marketing executive at MeasureMinds. With a background in web development I am happy to handle complex technical SEO tasks, deliver actionable auditing, and provide programmatic SEO to drive traffic that matters and ultimately increase your conversions. I have professional certifications from Google in Digital Marketing, GA4, and other certificates in Technical SEO and Backlink Management.

Hi ,I'm Dave - Featured's lead Backend, AI, and Automation Engineer. Projects I have worked on leverage cutting-edge technologies like LLMs to create new products and reduce workflows, resulting in significant time and cost savings. I have expertise in AWS cloud infrastructure, Python programming, and database management. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing interns and contractors, and communicating effectively with stakeholders. Outside of work you can find me at one of Charlotte's many run clubs, at the gym, or spending time with friends! Hope to be in touch.

Results-oriented technology leader with over 9 years of experience in Infrastructure Security, Automation, Generative AI, and Software-Defined Operations. Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams, streamline enterprise support, and execute strategic initiatives that enhance organizational resilience and operational efficiency. A seasoned cybersecurity professional, experienced in vulnerability and patch management at scale, with a strong track record of driving measurable, data-driven impact through intelligent automation. Skilled in designing and implementing secure, scalable, and compliant infrastructure solutions that align with business and regulatory goals. Proven expertise in project and program management, particularly within Agile and Scrum frameworks, with a focus on cross-functional collaboration, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement. Recognized for combining technical depth with strategic vision to deliver transformative outcomes in complex enterprise environments.

Ben Bozzay is the founder of Tech Lockdown, a platform that has reached millions of people seeking to set healthy digital boundaries across household devices. He is also the co-founder of LivingRoom for Families, a parental monitoring app for iPhone and iPad that helps parents bring visibility and accountability to screen time. Previously, Ben was a senior engineer at CrowdStrike, a global leader in cybersecurity.

As a software engineer at Featured, I focus on utilizing LLMs and other techniques to ensure Featured runs as smoothly as possible. I use novel applications of LLMs and other generative AIs to automate routine business operations.

Felicia Wilkes is a comfort specialist at A-One Refrigeration & Heating Inc., specializing in HVAC systems, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality. With hands-on experience in heating, cooling, and smart home integration, she helps homeowners optimize comfort and reduce energy costs. Felicia provides expert insights on HVAC trends, system upgrades, and maintenance, making her a trusted resource for home improvement and real estate publications.

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Third-generation HVAC professional with family roots in the heating and cooling industry spanning over 50 years. I founded HVAC Mind to help homeowners understand their heating and cooling systems through practical guides and free calculators. My expertise covers system sizing, duct design, energy efficiency, and equipment selection.

Vipin Sharma is the Owner of iZone Digital, a mobile and electronics store based in Mumbai, India. He is an Apple expert with more than 25 years of experience in mobiles, smartphones, and consumer technology. From early mobile phones to latest iPhones and smart devices, he has seen and worked with almost every tech change. Vipin is a strong sales and tech person, who understands both product and customer very well. He believes selling is not only about closing deal, but about guiding customer correctly. He explains things in simple language, give live demo, and makes sure customer is confident before buying. This is why many customers come back and trust him again. He personally manages iZone Digital store operations, and also takes care of the website, social media, and content creation. Vipin creates product posts, offers, captions, reels, and website content by himself. He stays updated with new launches, prices, and features, and shares real information online without over-promising. Vipin works closely with top brands like Apple, Google Pixel, Samsung, OnePlus, JBL, and Sony, and focuses only on genuine products and transparent pricing. His main goal is customer satisfaction and long-term relationship, not quick profit. With deep experience in mobile retail, Apple products, audio systems, sales strategy, and digital presence, Vipin Sharma continues to build iZone Digital as a trusted tech destination in Mumbai.

Felicia Wilkes is a home comfort specialist at A-One Refrigeration & Heating Inc., specializing in HVAC systems, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality. With hands-on experience in heating, cooling, and smart home integration, she helps homeowners optimize comfort and reduce energy costs. Felicia provides expert insights on HVAC trends, system upgrades, and maintenance, making her a trusted resource for home improvement and real estate publications.

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Consumer Electronics Mechanical Engineer with 7 years of experience in the speaker and wearables industry. Experienced in working with cross-functional teams and global suppliers from exploration phase through mass production for highly cosmetic products.

I save busy entrepreneurs and teams valuable time with automation.

Serving Industry from past 8 Years, A.  Suspect to permanent account sales conversion cycle for technical products and solutions B.  New business development C.  Close loop customer success operations for technical products D.  Key Account Management, customer satisfaction matrix & retention techniques E.  Sales Operations to ensure steady cash flow inline with set budget F.  Quarterly SWOT analysis and similar review and rebuild techniques practitioner G. Lead generation & brand building using latest digital marketing techniques     I.   Social Media Marketing    II.   Search Engine Optimization   III.   Email Marketing   IV.   Inbound Content Creation marketing    V.   Marketing tools: Canva, Visme   VI.   Using personal brand and Active network from LinkedIn and offline business group meets for company brand building H.  Team building, developing healthy atmosphere to build second line of Leadership

Marketing professional skilled in building efficient campaigns and processes within our marketing tech stack to drive cost-effective, qualified leads to sales and maximize ROI.

Jerry Ward is a Founder and Chief Technology Officer at Viscosity.AI, where he leads the integration of data, design, and automation to help organizations transform complex systems into human-centered intelligence. With over two decades of experience spanning energy, finance, healthcare, and enterprise technology, he has guided large-scale initiatives in cloud architecture, ERP modernization, and AI-driven transformation. Known for blending technical depth with strategic design, Ward’s philosophy is simple: the best systems don’t replace people... they amplify them. His work has been featured in publications including Consultant Magazine and CIO Grid, where he’s shared insights on digital adoption, stakeholder alignment, and the future of intelligent operations. When he’s not architecting data ecosystems, Ward writes and speaks about how organizations can out-design resistance, align human creativity with machine precision, and turn transformation into lasting advantage. “You don’t fight the process... you out-design it.”

Manage and facilitate business operations for a family owned 9 acre Garden Center that specializes in Trees. Buyer: Network / Research / Order Trees, Shrubs and small plants for 9 acres. Specialize in resourcing material to re-sell on a retail platform. Organized and Restructured Profit Margins / Pricing: All Trees, Plants, & Merchandise. Maintain set Gross Profit Margin's Streamlined Procedures: Developed and created an online "Tree in Distress form" to organize customer communications resulting in employee efficiency and saving time. Researched, Implemented, and Facilitated the integration of 3rd party business applications - "Birdeye" / "Grasshopper" directly improving customer communication while significantly increasing lead generation and sales conversions. Text payment transactions now account for 25% of sales revenue, enabling customers to purchase a tree and installation from the comfort of their home / at their own discretion. Selected & Initiated a Customer Review System: Gained over 500 (and still growing), 5 star reviews since the year 2020 Fosters a work culture of safety, respect, and integrity. Led team meetings to improve daily business operations, safety, training, ideas. Led monthly Zoom meetings to create and facilitate business website operations thetreeplace.com. Started from ground zero and helped build the website into what it is today. Equipment Maintenance Manager: In charge of directing and conducting preventive and routine maintenance on all industrial equipment, Skid Steers, Utility carts, Customer transportation, Lawn equipment. Ensuring that all of this equipment is up and working at all times & ready to use. Skills: Sales Customer Service Procedural Compliance Financial Analysis/Management/Accounting Inventory Management Quality Control Leadership/Team Building Equipment Maintenance Policy Implementation/Development IT/Networking Web Development Social Media Development Marketing Skid Steer Operator Problem Solving

I’m Jon Billington, Technical Director at VisQuanta, creators of the AutoMaster Suite — an AI-driven automation platform built specifically for automotive dealerships. We specialize in advanced SMS communication systems and intelligent workflows that help dealerships respond faster, re-engage lost leads, and drive more service and sales revenue. Using tools like n8n, Zapier, and Make, I design and implement end-to-end automation that connects CRM, DMS, and marketing systems into a single, high-performing ecosystem. Our technology has helped automotive groups across the U.S. recover over $37 million in lost car sales, proving how the right automation can turn missed opportunities into measurable growth.

I’m someone who enjoys fixing digital chaos — whether it’s a small issue or a system-wide mess. If something’s broken, cluttered or stuck online, I’ll quietly get it moving again.