William Hopkins

Will Hopkins is a global leader in the field of smart homes and future technologies. He is a KNX Partner, Member of the British Computer Society and Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology, with a portfolio of automation technology qualifications far too long to list. He sits on the Programming Working Group of smart home industry body, CEDIA, and is a contributor to their upcoming publication on the subject.

Originally a legal scholar, Will traded the law in favour of his entrepreneurial streak for technology. Will is currently CEO of Intrinsic Group Limited, the Parent of several of the tech companies that he has founded, including the software integration, support and training arm – Intrinsic Dev; the marine technology division – Smart Yachts International; and Your Smart Home Limited which alongside boasting an exclusive list of high profile clients, has received multiple accolades including “Most innovative smart homes – UK” in 2016 and “Best for Luxury Smart Homes” in 2017, 2018 & 2019.

Driven by his passion, he retains an active, hands on approach and frequently provides consultancy to product manufacturers, government bodies, academic institutions, and associated industries here in the UK, Europe and the USA, in addition to him being a guest contributor to several industry publications.

Will sits in a unique position within the smart home industry, having relationships with all the main manufacturers in the world of home automation, alongside several key figures in the building industry. This coupled with his knowledge of software development, and legal and business acumen, means that few can rival the foresight, exposure or positioning he has, that sets him apart in the industry.

Will is also an important part of the redbrand technical team delivering the vision elements on live events such as the prestigious CIPR PRide Awards throughout the UK.

Will’s expertise and advice is sought and valued on trusted, high-quality streaming of conference and events, webinar systems, and distance event technologies and delivery.