About HAI

United States Green Building Council (USGBC)

The USGBC is a non-profit organization committed to expanding sustainable building practices. USGBC is composed of more than 12,000 organizations from across the building industry that are working to advance structures that are environmentally responsible, profitable, and healthy places to live and work. Members includes building owners and end-users, real estate developers, facility managers, architects, designers, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, product and building system manufacturers, government agencies, and nonprofits.

Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)
Tech Home Division

The Techhome Division of the CEA is dedicated to the growth of the custom installed electronics business. Based in Arlington, VA., the CEA unites more than 1,700 companies within the U.S. consumer technology industry, and provides exclusive information and unparalleled market research, networking opportunities with business advocates and leaders, up-to-date educational programs and technical training, exposure in extensive promotional programs, and representation from the voice of the industry.

In 1999 Jay McLellan, HAI President, was awarded the associations' Leadership Award, the industry's highest honor for outstanding contribution and leadership in his field. In 2004, he was elected Vice-Chair of the TechHome Division of the CEA. Also in 2004, Mr. McLellan was recognized by the editors of CE Pro as one of 10 Most Influential Industry Leaders of the past 10 years. In 2005, he was appointed to the CEA's Board of Industry Leaders, which elects the Officers of the CEA and advises on industry promotion, networking and education. In December 2005 Jay McLellan was elected as Chair of the TechHome Division and is on the Executive Board of the CEA in 2006/2007.

CEDIA is an international trade association of companies that specialize in designing and installing electronic systems for the home. The association was founded in September 1989 and has more than 3,000 member companies worldwide. CEDIA members are established and insured businesses with bona fide qualifications and experience in this specialized field. Member classifications include Residential Electronic Systems Contractors, manufacturers, sales representatives, distributors, consultants and affiliates.

The Home Lighting Control Alliance is a self-funded, member-driven consortium of leading lighting control manufacturers, systems integrators and industry support organizations. Its sole purpose is to promote the awareness, value and benefits of lighting control products for residential applications. 

HAI participates in the Department of Energy’s Building America programs. Building America is a private/public partnership that develops energy solutions for new and existing homes. The Building America project combines the knowledge and resources of industry leaders with the U.S. Department of Energy's technical capabilities. Together, they act as a catalyst for change in the home-building industry.

Read the article, Getting a Handle on Home Energy Monitoring, in the Consortium for Advanced Residential Building newsletter.

Formed in 1969, the Security Industry Association (SIA) provides its members with a full-service, international trade association promoting growth, expansion, and professionalism within the security industry by providing education, research, technical standards, representation, and defense of our member's interests. SIA has over 300 member companies representing manufacturers, distributors, service providers, integrators and others. SIA members are involved in several market segments such as, CCTV, access control, biometrics, computer security, fire/burglar alarms, home automation, just to name a few. Members work together to address issues facing the industry and develop programs to enhance the environment in which they sell products and services.

CABA (North America's Home Building Automation Association) is North America's only industry association dedicated to providing information, education and networking opportunities relating to home and building automation. It is a not-for-profit industry association that promotes advanced technologies for the automation of homes and buildings in North America. CABA’s mission is to encourage the development, promotion, pursuit and understanding of integrated systems and automation in homes and buildings.

National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association

Louisiana Burglar and Fire Alarm Association