Director of Design & Build Outreach

Director of Design & Build Outreach

Job Title: Director of Design & Build Outreach

Department: Business Development

Reports to: Vice President of Business Strategy (initial onboarding report to Global President/CEO for six months)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: US (Remote)

CEDIA® is the association for smart home professionals™. Established in 1989, CEDIA remains founded on the principles of advocacy, connection, and education. Globally, CEDIA defends the rights of technology integrators in governmental bodies, gathers industry professionals and allied tradespeople, and creates trainings, standards, and certifications to ensure the smart home industry advances and draws fresh talent. CEDIA co‑owns Integrated Systems Europe, the world’s largest AV and systems integration exhibition, and founded CEDIA Expo, the world’s largest residential technology show.

Today, a community of over 30,000 CEDIA members from more than 80 countries deliver home technology solutions that enrich our lives. Learn more about CEDIA ia.org.

Joining our team presents an exciting opportunity for individuals seeking a dynamic environment working alongside the tech industry that focuses on making a positive difference in people’s lives. Joining CEDIA means becoming an integral part of a passionate and driven global community, where your contributions will not only be recognized but also play a pivotal role in the success of our collective endeavors.

If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding experience, this is the team where you can make a meaningful impact and thrive in your career journey.

CEDIA recognizes the critical importance of cultivating strong partnerships across the design and build community, as well as with key industry associations. With a renewed strategic focus on this sector, you will be responsible for developing and leading initiatives that position CEDIA and our members as indispensable partners and trusted collaborators.

CEDIA is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work, a reflection of our commitment to cultivating a supportive, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture where employees feel valued and empowered.

As Director of Design & Build Outreach, you will lead CEDIA’s strategy to position smart home technology as an essential component of the modern home construction process. You will engage designers, architects, homebuilders, and their trade organizations to elevate awareness of CEDIA and foster meaningful partnerships between the design-build community and CEDIA members. Your work will directly support the increased adoption of integrated technology in both new‑build and retrofit residential projects.

This role strengthens CEDIA’s influence within the construction sector through targeted events, strategic partnerships, and program development. It requires significant travel across North America to connect with designers and attend national and chapter events, along with occasional international travel to support global membership and CEDIA’s worldwide initiatives.

As Director of Design & Build Outreach, you will drive the day-to-day execution of our design & build professional engagement. This includes facilitating meaningful connections between CEDIA members and designers, architects, and builders; promoting the adoption of smart home technology within the construction sector; and advancing awareness of CEDIA as the leading trade association. Through proactive outreach and collaboration opportunities, you will strengthen our members’ visibility within this sector and support their business growth, and whereby the inclusion of integrated technology installed by a CEDIA member becomes regularly specified in new build & renovation projects.

• Identify, build and maintain strong relationships with allied associations including (but not limited to) those representing architects, interior designers, & custom builders.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Association and the Design & Build community globally and oversee the Design & Build Program Specialist’s…