ARVADA, CO, August 24, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- AJ Brunson has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
AJ Brunson has spent more than 25 years at the forefront of software development, smart home innovation, and luxury home automation. In 2008, he founded Cinegration with a vision of redefining luxury home automation through innovative technology and software. As Cinegration's software solutions continued to grow, he established Cinegration Development ("Cindev") in 2016 as a dedicated software company. Cindev creates solutions that enhance the comfort, convenience, security, and efficiency of luxury residences. The following year, Mr. Brunson launched DriverCentral, an online marketplace that connects thousands of home automation integrators with software developers around the world, providing access to innovative solutions for the automation industry.
Today, as Cinegration's Founder and Senior Developer, Mr. Brunson leads the company's software development initiatives while continually evaluating emerging technologies across lighting, motorized shading, entertainment systems, networking, and whole-home automation. By identifying and validating the most reliable, high-performing solutions, he ensures Cinegration remains at the forefront of the industry. Under his technical leadership, the company has grown into one of Colorado's leading luxury home automation firms.
Mr. Brunson has also embraced the strategic use of artificial intelligence to expand Cinegration's software development capabilities. By integrating AI into the company's development processes, he has been able to revisit projects that were previously impractical due to time or resource constraints, including the development of advanced internal ticketing and workflow management systems. This approach has enabled Cinegration to accelerate innovation, improve operational efficiency, and bring sophisticated software solutions to market more quickly while maintaining its competitive edge in the rapidly evolving home automation industry.
Mr. Brunson's passion for technology began during his formative years, when his father, a custom home builder, introduced him to the fundamentals of business operations and encouraged him to apply his computer skills at a local home automation company. That early experience ignited his passion for technology and set him on a career path that combines business leadership with innovation in home automation.
A defining aspect of Mr. Brunson's leadership is his commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture. His vision for Cinegration has always included creating an environment where employees genuinely enjoy their work and have opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. That commitment is reflected in the company's exceptional employee retention; more than a quarter of its team has remained with the organization for over a decade and more than half for over five years—an uncommon achievement in the audiovisual (AV) integration industry, where turnover is typically high. By emphasizing collaboration, mutual support, and continuous professional development, Mr. Brunson strives to ensure that every team member has the resources and encouragement needed to succeed, ultimately strengthening both the company and the service it provides to its clients.
Mr. Brunson's ability to build a team of talented individuals whose expertise complemented his own and foster a highly collaborative leadership culture has shaped both his career and Cinegration's growth. In 2013, Chris Voeglein became the company's first employee and has played an integral role in installation, service, and sales. Throughout his time with Cinegration, Chris has helped refine the company's installation practices and build one of the industry's premier field teams. In 2014, Mr. Brunson partnered with Eric Fischer, whose ability to build strong relationships with custom home builders throughout the Denver metropolitan area and Colorado's mountain communities was instrumental in expanding Cinegration's business and accelerating its growth.
Shelby Mirkowicz joined Cinegration in 2018 and has played an important role in strengthening the company's brand, operations, and strategic growth. Ryan Williams joined the company in 2020 in a sales role and quickly became a driving force behind record-breaking sales performance and the continued evolution of Cinegration's design and sales processes.
As the company continued to evolve, Mr. Brunson and Mr. Fischer established an Executive Leadership Team, transitioning responsibility for Cinegration's day-to-day operations and leadership to Chris Voeglein, Ryan Williams, and Shelby Mirkowicz at the beginning of 2025. This transition allowed Mr. Brunson and Mr. Fischer to step back from operational management while remaining actively involved in the company through their respective areas of expertise. Mr. Brunson continues to lead software development and drive technical innovation, while Mr. Fischer remains focused on cultivating strategic industry relationships and supporting the company's continued success.
The company's commitment to excellence has earned recognition from the most respected organizations in the smart home industry. In 2020, Cinegration's Control4 and Ketra Certified Showroom received CEDIA's Best Showroom Award, followed by CE Pro's Home of the Year Award in 2021. In 2022, Cindev was honored with CEDIA's Best New Software Product Award for its renowned Agent Bundle, a suite of tools designed to improve efficiency for Control4 integrators. In 2023, the company was named ProSource Member of the Year and earned Control4's Circle of Excellence Award. Most recently, Cinegration was ranked No. 36 on CE Pro's 2026 Top 100 list of the nation's leading smart home integration companies.
Committed to staying at the forefront of the industry, Mr. Brunson has earned certifications including Control4 Automation Programmer, Lighting Technology Level 1 and 2, Josh.ai Certified Pro, Lutron Lighting, and Wisdom Audio. He attributes much of his success to a commitment to lifelong learning and adaptability—qualities that have enabled him to anticipate industry trends, embrace emerging technologies, and develop innovative solutions that distinguish Cinegration within the luxury home automation industry.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Mr. Brunson is a devoted husband and proud father of two. He enjoys spending quality time with his family while continuing to pursue his passion for emerging technologies. He continues to explore advancements in artificial intelligence and home automation, identifying new opportunities to enhance Cinegration's software, services, and overall client experience.
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