1. Connected Home Council (CHC)
Chair: Yann Kulp (Schneider Electric)
Vice-Chair: Obiorah Ike (ABB, Inc.)
Vice-Chair: Roy Perry (Alarm.com, Inc.)

2. Agenda Greg Walker (CABA)
1. Roll Call
2. Call to Order, Welcome, Introductions
3. Administrative
4. Research Update
“CES International 2017 Overview: Connected Home Discussion” (30 min)
6. White Paper Sub-Committee Update
7. New Business
8. Announcements
9. Adjournment

3. Call to Order, Welcome, Introductions About the CHC Yann Kulp (Schneider Electric)
CHC Chair
Yann Kulp
VP SmartSpace
North America
Schneider Electric
CHC Vice-Chair
Obiorah Ike
Product Marketing Manager
ABB Inc.
CHC Vice-Chair
Roy Perry
VP Ecosystem Alliances
Alarm.com
Established in 2004, the CABA Connected Home Council initiates and reviews projects that relate to connected home and multiple dwelling unit technologies and applications. The Council also examines industry opportunities that can accelerate the adoption of new technologies, consumer electronics and broadband services within the burgeoning connected home market.

4. Administrative Yann Kulp (Schneider Electric)
3.1 Motion to approve past CHC Minutes:

5. Research Update Obiorah Ike (ABB, Inc.)
4.1 “Connected Multi-Dwelling Units and the Internet of Things” Update

6. Research Update Yann Kulp (Schneider Electric)
4.2 Energy Roadmap for the Connected Home
There is a renewed interested in the connected home energy sector which is driven not only by the dramatic increase in the Internet of Things, but also by the large projected increases in home energy costs throughout North America. This research would address the many challenges and opportunities surrounding the need for more energy efficient homes. This research will utilize both qualitative (in-depth interviews) and quantitative (consumer or industry questionnaires) research to provide actionable data relevant to: business opportunities, technical barriers and opportunities, future market direction, issues, case studies and industry recommendations.
Energy Roadmap for the Connected Home Landmark Research Project 2017 Connected Home Council

7. “CES International 2017 Overview: Connected Home Discussion” (30 min) Ken Wacks (Ken Wacks Associates)
Dr. Kenneth Wacks
Ken Wacks and Associates

8. White Paper Sub-Committee Update Derek Cowburn (Lumen Cache, Inc.)
6.1 “Academic Training for the Connected Home and Intelligent Buildings Industries" Update
6.2 “Fiber in the Home” Proposed
6.3 Call for new CHC White Paper topics and volunteers
All previously completed CHC White Papers can be downloaded at:

9. New Business Ron Zimmer (CABA)
7.1 CABA 25 Industry Benefits and CABA Video
7.2 Other new CHC business

10. Announcements Yann Kulp (Schneider Electric) Ron Zimmer (CABA)
8.1 Past Event: NAHB 2017 International Builders’ Show (IBS): Jan 10-12, Orlando, FL The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) KBIS: Jan 10-12, Orlando, FL CES International 2017: Jan 5 – 8, Las Vegas, NV 8.2 Upcoming Event: CABA Intelligent Buildings & Digital Home Forum: April 26-28, Santa Clara, CA Next CHC Meeting: April 27, Santa Clara, CA

11. Adjournment Yann Kulp (Schneider Electric)
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