SoundVision Audio Video Shades

Boone Scanlon – SoundVision Technician

Boone Scanlon - Technician

Boone Scanlon is an experienced data management technician. While he has primarily worked on the commercial side of structured wiring and installation, he has quickly adapted to the residential side. 

A local of North Carolina, Boone enjoys hanging out with his family and friends in his free time and watching his favorite Nascar driver, Kyle Busch.

Karla Kenoyer – Procurement Manager SoundVision

Karla Kenoyer joins us as our Procurement Manager. Originally from the Seattle, Washington area – Karla grew her AV knowledge working for two local integrators before coming to SoundVision. 

In her free time, she enjoys hangting out with Kletus, her rescue hound and working on her gymnastics moves.

Anna BeLon – SoundVision Controller

Originally from West Virginia, Anna has always had a passion for accounting and finance. She is on her second year with SoundVision which has freed owner, Mark DiPietro up to pursue his other interests. 

Anna is both a mother and grandmother. With her on a daily basis is her trusty sidekick, Biscuit – her senior rescue toy poodle.

 

Frederick Laderer – Window Coverings Design

 Frederick started in the furniture industry over thirty years ago, working with many of the top manufacturers.

In the early 2000’s, he formed William Frederick Interiors, had a line of furnishings AND was a managing partner of two retail stores in Lake Norman & Charlotte.

In his personal time, he enjoys spending time with his family/friends, six dogs, camping-hiking and living life to the fullest.

Marshall Schaper – Smart Home Designer

Formerly a lead technician for SoundVision, Marshall transition to the role of systems designer in 2020. Educating and design are two of his greatest strengths.

Marshall was raised as a “military brat” to a father who served 23 years in the United States Air Force. He has a unique ability to be able to adapt to any situation and make the best of it. Born in Lakenheath, England, he relocated to Valdosta, Georgia where he lived for 16 years. In 2010, he relocated to the Statesville area to be closer to family.

Marshall is a father of two beautiful daughters, Lily and Piper and is engaged to be married to Mariah, the love of his life.

His hobbies include woodworking, aviation, camping and riding ATVs. All SoundVision technicians have undergone a North Carolina SBI background check and are licensed by the North Carolina Alarm Board.

Michelle Ferlauto – Chief Operating Officer

Michelle is the Chief Operating Officer for SoundVision handling the day to day logistics. In addition to this, she oversees all creative content and marketing for SoundVision.  She and Mark host the SoundVision podcast series for SoundVision – Simplifying Life which features vendors and clients of SoundVision.

Click here to learn more: https://www.svavnc.com/soundvision-blogs-check-out-the-soundvision-blog/ 

For over a decade, Michelle Ferlauto has been in the Charlotte Lake Norman smart home industry. Previously with Today’s Audio Video until 2013 and then until 2018 with Interactive Interiors. In understanding how important a good service and process foundation is to the core structure, Michelle has been very successful at cultivating relationships with manufacturers and suppliers while advocating on behalf of her clients best interests through our SoundVision Service Department.

Michelle discovered her passion for small business early on after accepting a position on behalf of the Seattle Police Guild to convert their off-duty program into a non-profit business. She completed the small business administration and finance program at Green River College and most recently, Digital Marketing Sciences through UNC Charlotte. A native of both Coos Bay, Oregon and Palm Desert, California, Michelle has lived in the Lake Norman area since 2006.  She is a mother of two to Haille, 26 and Joey, 24.

SoundVision Podcast with Vic and Amy Petrenko

SoundVision Podcast with Vic and Amy Petrenko

On Episode 4 of the SoundVision Podcast Series, we sit down with Vic and Amy Petrenko of the Petrenko Group with Sotheby’s International Realty.

Listen here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2014609/11043145

 

To reach out Vic and Amy click here:

https://vicandamypetrenko.premiersothebysrealty.com/

 

To learn more or request a SoundVision technical home inspections:

https://www.svavnc.com/contact-us/

This isn’t just a podcast with realtors! This is a podcast with actual American super heros. SoundVision Podcast with Vic and Amy Petrenko covers a variety of topics!

SoundVision was privleged to host Vic and Amy Petrenko of the The Pentrenko Group Premier Sotheby’s International Realty.

Looking for real estate information? Vic and Amy’s profile:
https://vicandamypetrenko.premiersothebysrealty.com/

Who are Vic and Amy?

  • Otherwise known as BRIGADIER GENERAL PETRENKO, Vic Petrenko served the United States in the Army for 31 years
  • Otherwise known as WINNER OF THE PRESIDENT’S VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD, Amy Petrenko has been a gracious hostess and devoted public servant
  • Since retiring from the military, this dynamic duo have teamed up to serve the North Carolina real estate market

Watch this:
2008 President George W. Bush 82nd Airborn Division Review at Fort Bragg with then Col. Vic Petrenko
https://www.wral.com/news/local/video/2927506/

Watch this:
Amy Petrenko to receive President’s Volunteer Service Award

“Bush presented the President’s Volunteer Service Award to Amy Petrenko, an Army wife for 19 years. Petrenko has volunteered for the National Military Family Association for 11 years at Fort Bragg and other duty stations. …When soldiers are deployed, she has stepped up, helping spouses network and find resources for themselves and their children.”
https://www.wral.com/news/local/video/2924380/

Good Reads mentioned in the podcast:

The Go-Giver
https://thegogiver.com/

 

Check out SoundVision Podcast with Vic and Amy Petrenko and our other podcasts in the series on Apple and Spotify!

 

SoundVision Wins ProSource Award

SoundVision wins ProSource Award

On March 6, 2022 industry trade group ProSource named SoundVision, LLC Member of the Year for the Sourtheast division at the Caesar’s Palace Expo Forum in LasVegas, Nevada. On hand to receive the award were SoundVision owner, Mark DiPietro, his wife Kristen DiPietro, Zach Simpson Vice President of Design, Michelle Ferlauto, Vice President of Marketing and Project Manager Phil Harrington. SoundVision has been a partner with ProSource for over 5 years.

“Each member selected for this award is an innovator,” says Dave Workman, CEO and president of ProSource. “The award is based upon a member’s ability to meet or exceed the established criteria, including a member’s participation within the group, support of group brands, conducting business in a manner that stands as an example to other members, and selection for industry awards and recognition. We extend our heartiest congratulations to each of the 2021 Members of the Year, honor their ability to evolve and adapt to the rapid changes in technology and market trends, and applaud the investment they have made in their people to create a winning team.”

SoundVision Wins ProSource Award

“I am very impressed with the team that Mark DiPietro has put together at SoundVision,” says Frank Marengo, ProSource District Manager for the Southeast Region. “Their business model includes custom audio/video, shades, and now lighting fixture sales and design, and they focus on their direct relationship with the end user. I admire their focus on elevating their staff and always being positive, and the level of service they provide to their customers.”

Read more here: https://www.cepro.com/peopleplaces/prosource-honors-2021-members-of-year-integrators/

The award reflects the hard work by ALL SoundVision team members.  SoundVision was founded in 2011 my Mark DiPietro and has been serving the great Lake Norman community ever since. 

SoundVision Gives Back

SoundVision Gives Back with IDS Society Narrow Passage Davidson

SoundVision gives back by sponsoring three show homes at The Preserve at Narrow Passage in Davidson. The event was organized by the Interior Design Society of Charlotte to benefit multiple local charities https://idscltshowhouse.com/charities/. SoundVision was involved from the prewire stages of wiring to completion. Each show home was sponsored by a different local builder. The builders included Southern Cottage Homes, Augusta Homes and Plattner Custom Builders. Although the home tours did not occurdue to COVID19, a fair amount of money was raised for several local charities.

The co-chairs of the  2020 IDS CLT Showhouse Organization are Starr Miller of Starr Miller Interior Design, Cornelius, and Audrey Clawson of Audrey Clawson Interiors, which has locations in Lake Norman and Connecticut.

This video endeavor will benefit Motor Racing Outreach, The Dale Jr. Foundation, The Hendrick Family Foundation and Operation Finally Home.

The Interior Design Society Charlotte Chapter partnered with three award-winning custom homebuilders: Ken Wrench of Augusta Homes Inc., Cornelius; Karl Plattner of Plattner Custom Builders in Davidson; and  Chris Hoffman of Southern Cottage Corp. in Lake Norman.

The Interior Design Society (IDS) is an independent national organization comprised of more than 2,000 members. One of the country’s largest design organizations dedicated to serving the residential interior design industry, IDS embraces four core values including professionalism, community, influence and growth. The IDS National headquarters is located in High Point, NC, the world’s home furnishings capital. Founded in 1973 by the National Home Furnishings Association (NHFA) to support interior designers based within furniture stores, the Interior Design Society has long since expanded its focus to provide support to professional interior design entrepreneurs nationwide.

Read more about new construction projects https://www.svavnc.com/new-construction/

SoundVision and its’ industry vendors donated over $35,000 in equipment and services to the effort.

 

Security Mooresville Cornelius Davidson

Continuing education, fingerprints and background checks for all of our team members.

How to get the best security in Mooresville Cornelius Davidson

Not just any company should install security, camera systems or even Nest doorbells. 

Installation of security cameras or doorbells seem relatively harmless? Nest and Ring products are end user specific. Access to sensitive information is then, limited. Back ground checks and licensing of outside providers is crucial. These products will need passwords and access to the wifi.

For more information on security cameras : https://www.svavnc.com/security-camera-systems/

Licensing and why you should care

Fire and safety are categories of service that lend themselves to heavy liability and licensing requirements. These are LIFE SAFETY categories of service.  Firms interested in providing security and fire alarm services must be licensed by the state of North Carolina. Two license categories REQUIRED are a Low Voltage license classification SP-AF-LV license in addition to an NC alarm license.

Requirements to obtain these licenses include:

  1. Relevant work experience certification
  2. Additional education with exams
  3. Verifiable references with notarized affidavits
  4. Federal and state background checks
  5. Meeting with an alarm system licensing investigator
  6. Approval of the actual NC Alarm Systems Licensing Board

Using a licensed provider is the best way to get security Mooresville Cornelius Davidson

Read specifications for obtaining licensing here

Requirements to renew an existing NC ALSB license:

  1. Completion of a 3 hour state approved CEU course (which included an exam).
  2. New fingerprints (every 2 years) at the local Police Department.
  3.  State and sometimes Federal background check.

Find out if your provider is licensed!

It is frustrating for us to see unlicensed contractors doing this work. In the event of catastrophe, homeowners (and their insurance companies) will wish they had hired a properly licensed and insured professional.  Be careful of who you let into your home. Click here to check if your contractor is licensed for security with the state.    

SERVICE

Clients can expect a response by noon the FOLLOWING BUSINESS day. For more IMMEDIATE support or if you are interested in a Service Membership to EXPEDITE service – PLEASE call (704) 696-2792 ext. (2) and leave a detailed message for our ON CALL Service Team. 

Custom Membership

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