Audio Video Installation & Integration Experts in AL, FL, & GA

Our people and the services we provide define our firm. We take pride in delivering a first-class client experience.

Are you tired of juggling multiple remotes, struggling with poor system integration, and battling spotty audio and video coverage throughout your home? At GHT Group, we simplify your entertainment experience with turnkey integrated AV systems tailored to your lifestyle. Our expert audio/video installation and home network automation team designs and implements seamless solutions that unify control, enhance connectivity, and deliver crystal-clear coverage across your entire property. Whether you’re in Atlanta, Birmingham, or enjoying life on 30A, our locally trusted technicians eliminate complexity, providing intuitive control of your home’s technology from a single device. Say goodbye to frustration and hello to effortless entertainment with GHT Group—where your home's AV experience comes together flawlessly.

Who We Are

Founded in 1989, GHT Group (formerly Georgia Home Theater) is a home theater, smart home, and AV company that offers custom technology solutions to homeowners and businesses throughout Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, and the southeastern United States, including Atlanta, Birmingham, and Santa Rosa Beach. For more than 30 years, we have prided ourselves on providing world-class services ranging from home theater installations and smart lightingto outdoor entertainment setups, and home automation systems to entire building automation arrangements. Our team features more than 40 dedicated installation and service professionals, including in-house programmers, technology maintenance staff, security experts, and more, with more than 500 years of combined experience in the industry. When you need help with technology, we are prepared and at the ready to assist you. GHT also operates a state-of-the-art showroom in Marietta dedicated to showcasing some of the most high-end custom technology available to you. No matter your home or business technology needs, our team can provide a personalized expert solution for you. We are your source for making your home or business the smartest on the block. Check out our testimonials to learn more.

Our Mission

GHT Group strives to provide professional, tailored and expert support to our clients. From the moment you first enter our showroom or speak to a member of our team, we aim to provide you with world-class service on a personalized level. We want all of our clients to feel comfortable and welcome when partnering with GHT Group for their custom whole-home control technology and commercial AV integrationneeds. We strive to offer the best expertise and advice while delivering an enjoyable experience – whether at our showroom or during an installation at your home or office. Of equal importance to our thorough and careful projects is our follow-up maintenance services. When you partner with GHT Group for your home or business technology needs, we strive to always be an available resource for you – regardless of the time or day.

Kenneth Ellis

President

Kenny Ellis is a dynamic leader and entrepreneur in the audio and video industry, currently serving as the President of GHT Group. With a deep passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences, he has successfully grown GHT Group into one of the leading custom home theater and home automation companies in the Southeast.

Kenny is a devoted family man and is married to his wife Lauren. They have a son named Easton, who is the light of their lives.

When he's not leading his team at GHT Group, Kenny enjoys following Georgia Tech Football and supporting the team. He also loves spending time in the great outdoors, including hunting and skiing. His love of nature and adventure is reflected in the innovative designs and solutions that GHT Group delivers to its customers.

With over two decades of experience in the audio and video industry, Kenny is a recognized thought leader and expert in the field. He has been instrumental in developing and implementing cutting-edge technologies and solutions that have transformed the industry and enhanced the customer experience.

Under Kenny's leadership, GHT Group has earned numerous accolades and awards, including being recognized as one of the top 20 integrators in the United States. He is passionate about delivering exceptional service and value to his customers, and his unwavering commitment to excellence has helped establish GHT Group as a trusted partner for luxury homeowners, architects, and designers.

Eric Joy

Vice President

Eric Joy is a seasoned executive in the home technology industry, currently serving as the Vice President of GHT Group. With over two decades of experience in the industry, he has established himself as a respected leader and influencer.

Prior to joining GHT Group, Eric spent several years at Bowers & Wilkins, where he served as the National Account Manager. During his tenure, he played a critical role in driving the company's growth and expansion in the United States. Notably, Eric handled Bowers & Wilkins' largest account on the planet, which was a testament to his exceptional leadership and management skills.

Eric is a proud member of the Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA), a prestigious trade organization dedicated to advancing the audio and video industry. He served as the president of HTSA for two consecutive years, in 2021 and 2022, and has been actively involved in shaping the future of the organization.

Eric received his education at Auburn University, where he developed a strong foundation in business management and marketing. In his free time, he enjoys listening to music, with his favorite band being the Rolling Stones. Eric's passion for music has been a driving force behind his success in the custom integration industry, and he continues to be an influential figure in the industry today.

Chris Early

Operations Director

Chris Early is an accomplished Operations Manager with a strong background in the audio and video industry, currently working at GHT Group. With over a decade of experience in operations management, he is a highly organized and effective leader with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service.

Chris and GHT Group President, Kenny Ellis, go way back as they were high school classmates. Chris has been an integral part of the GHT Group team for several years and has played a key role in its success.

Chris is married to his wife, Allyson, and they have two sons, Redding and Luke. When he's not working, he enjoys spending time with his family and cheering on the University of Miami Football team. Chris is an avid sports fan and enjoys staying active through various outdoor activities and woodworking.

As the Operations Manager at GHT Group, Chris is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the company, including logistics, inventory management, and customer service. He is passionate about providing excellent service to customers and ensuring that all projects are completed on time and within budget.

Chris's dedication to excellence and his ability to lead and motivate teams have been critical to GHT Group's success. His commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and his passion for innovation have helped establish GHT Group as a leading provider of custom home theater and automation solutions in the Southeast.

Credentials

Control 4 - Diamond Dealer
Control 4 - Certified Showroom
Control 4 - Pinnacle Dealer
Control 4 - Master Programmer
Crestron - Digital Media Certified
Lutron - Homeworks QS Certified
Lutron - Radio RA Level 1 & 2 Certified
Lutron - Sivoia QS Shading Certified
Cisco - Certified Technician
Nest - Certified Technician
THX - Certified Integrator
Polycom - Certified Integrator
CEDIA - Certified Integrator
CEDIA - Certified Designer
Sony Diamond Dealer
Samsung Platinum Dealer
McIntosh - McMasters Certified

Industry Memberships

CEDIA Member
HTSA Member
ASID Member
ASID - Affiliate Member

Audio Video Installation & Integration FAQ

GHT Group (formerly Georgia Home Theater) is a home theater, smart home, and audio-video integration company serving homeowners and businesses throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and the Southeast. Since 1989, we’ve specialized in custom AV systems, home theaters, smart lighting, outdoor entertainment, and whole-home and commercial automation—designed, installed, and supported by our in-house team.

We deliver AV installation and integration services across the Southeast, with a strong focus on Atlanta, Birmingham, and Florida’s 30A / Santa Rosa Beach area. Our locally based teams provide consultation, installation, and ongoing support.

Integrated AV systems eliminate confusing remotes, inconsistent sound, and unreliable video. Our turnkey solutions replace multiple remotes with one interface, improve whole-home audio and video consistency, strengthen networking performance, and conceal equipment and wiring to preserve interior design.

Turnkey means we handle every phase of the project:

Consultation & discovery to understand your lifestyle and goals
System design & engineering
Professional installation by in-house technicians
Programming & personalization
Training & long-term support

You’re never left coordinating between multiple brands or contractors.

Yes. We design systems for luxury homes and a wide range of commercial spaces, including home theaters, whole-home audio, outdoor entertainment, conference rooms, and whole-facility automation.

GHT Group stands apart through experience, depth of staff, and long-term support. With over 30 years in business, more than 40 in-house professionals, and top-tier certifications with leading brands, we focus on design excellence, meticulous installation, and ongoing service—not just product sales.

Yes. Our state-of-the-art showroom in Marietta features dedicated home theaters, media rooms, high-performance audio, smart lighting and shading, and whole-home automation systems so you can experience the technology firsthand.

GHT Group is led by President Kenny Ellis, Vice President Eric Joy, and Operations Director Chris Early. Their combined experience ensures projects are well-designed, professionally managed, and supported long after installation.

We hold top-tier certifications with Control4, Crestron, Lutron, Sony, Samsung, McIntosh, and more, and maintain active memberships with CEDIA, HTSA, and ASID—reflecting our commitment to performance and design excellence.

Our service doesn’t end at installation. We offer ongoing maintenance, fast response when issues arise, remote diagnostics, and clear communication so your system continues to perform reliably for years.

Projects begin with an initial conversation, followed by consultation, site evaluation, system design, proposal approval, installation, programming, training, and long-term support—each step designed to be professional and tailored to your lifestyle.

If you want an intuitive, reliable, and beautifully integrated AV system backed by decades of experience and a deep team of certified professionals, GHT Group delivers technology that works the way you live and work across Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.