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                | While 
                  working as the Manager for a local electronics firm, Jim realized 
                  the need for true custom design and total system installation, 
                  as opposed to simply “selling boxes.” Jim founded 
                  Audio Video Installations in 1986, focusing his passion on delivering 
                  premium, totally integrated, and unique electronic designs. 
                  During the next several years, Jim expanded the company to include 
                  the addition of security and phone systems, and later, structured 
                  wiring, network solutions, systems integration and control systems. 
                   
                   Jim 
                    remains AVI’s primary system designer-engineer and systems 
                    programmer. He is also the technical advisor on all projects. 
                    His hands-on approach to site visits and project management 
                    keeps AVI projects carefully crafted, networked,  
                    and completed as promised.  
                  Jim enjoys 
                    being involved with NARI, a local remodelers’ association 
                     
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             Jim 
              Thirkell 
              AVI Owner & President  | 
         
         
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                | A 
                  self-described “gadget guy,” Thomas has been with 
                  AVI since 1996. As Vice President of Operations, he facilitates 
                  AVI’s daily operations including accounting, administrative, 
                  facility management, project service, and scheduling. Thomas 
                  is also a System Designer and Project Manager, coordinating 
                  all aspects of individual projects with clients, builders, contractors, 
                  and suppliers.  
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                    sees himself as a client advocate and AVI’s chief team 
                    relationship builder. His interest in electronics began in 
                    his teens with computers and video games. He worked as a sales 
                    associate, and was later promoted to Sales Manager for a local 
                    wireless communication firm selling mobile technology in its 
                    developmental years. Today, Thomas is very involved with the 
                    local builders association, BAGI, where he sits on several 
                    committees. 
                    
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             Thomas 
              Wiggins 
              AVI Vice President Operations  | 
         
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