About Edge - Our Story
Edge bonds low voltage systems integrators together as an elite industry team. With integrator members throughout the world, partnerships with top AV manufacturers, distributors and service providers, and alignment with leading industry associations, the advantage Edge provides is unparalleled by any other industry association. Edge integrators provide clients with the benefit of an international network of low voltage specialists and personal relationships with other local experts.
History
Founded in 2001 by a small group of visionaries, USAV was designed to be an association of likeminded ProAV industry players who could partner to deliver compelling AV solutions for organizations across the country. In the beginning, USAV had only seven integrators and three manufacturer partners.
In the fall of 2002, USAV hosted the first integrators’ meeting for executives of member companies. This set USAV apart from other integrator associations in the industry. The meeting’s agenda focused on business strategy and best practices allowing members to benefit from the experience of their peers. USAV continued to build upon this model of collaboration and today cultivates camaraderie and unity among its affiliates helping all members to succeed on a higher level through fellowship, best practices, and creative solutions. Working together with USAV Preferred Manufacturer Partners (PMPs), USAV Integrators service over 88 percent of the top 50 major metropolitan areas in the U.S.
In May 2017, USAV became part of PSA, the world’s largest systems integrator consortium made up of the most progressive security and audio-visual systems integrators in North America.
Since 2020, USAV has been making tremendous to grow internationally and the team became concerned the existing name and logo might hinder future growth. After conducting interviews with USAV’s US and international audiences, it was determined it was time for a new name and look. With over six months of development, the team conducted research, creatively brainstormed and developed four distinct brands to consider as final contenders. When PSA acquired USAV in 2017, it also acquired the brand CI Edge. The inspiration for the ultimate choice, Edge, was derived from this. While Edge became the new look and feel, the essence of the organization has not changed. Edge’s purpose is to support its integrator members in becoming and sustaining their positions as leading technology solutions providers in the markets they serve.
OUR PROMISE
We will support our members in becoming and sustaining your positions as leading technology solutions providers in the markets they serve. Edge brings this mission to life by partnering with industry-leading product and solution providers, delivering unparalleled education and training programs and by offering a variety of distinctive services that can enhance any company’s operations.
THE FOUR PILLARS OF FOCUS
The Edge and PSA Network blending of forces creates the most unique value set in the world.
We proactively foster collaboration with the belief that we’re better when we learn and grow together.
We have partnerships with leading technology manufacturers and distributors for buying power leverage and give you access to cutting edge business service providers.
We provide educational opportunities to your teams, so you have the knowledge and expertise required as leading technology integrators in your markets.
We are creating an international network of best-in-breed technology integrators so you can win and execute global business.
