Chris Pinder
Smart Home & Venue Technology Entrepreneur
Managing Director · Southport, England, Sefton, GB
About Chris
I'm the Managing Director of the entertainment technology brand HDANYWHERE (now known as HDA + uControl), and I also own the specialist technology distributor OneAV.
I guess I’m most well-known for completing the Marathon des Sables, the 'world's toughest footrace', in 2022, when I ran 250km across the Sahara desert for 6-days, finishing 156th out of over 1000 entrants. With the support of the industry, I raised £50,000 for Together For Cinema - a charitable enterprise that builds accessible cinema rooms in children's hospices and respite centres across the UK. I'm proud to continue to be an Ambassador and Director on the board.
Since 2013, I've been the Chairman of Malvern Town FC, having been a keen footballer my whole life.
At the end of 2022, I was honoured to receive a CEDIA Special Recognition Award, be included in the InAVate 40 Under 40 list, and also receive a Special Recognition at the EI Live! Smart Building Awards.
HDANYWHERE | OneAV | Chair of Malvern Town FC | Marathon des Sables finisher | CEDIA Special Recognition Award | InAVate 40 Under 40 | Smart Building Awards Special Recognition | Together For Cinema Director
Company
uControl
ucontrol.world
The first-ever British-made smart remote, with the longest instant-on battery life of any smart remote in the world, and a sophisticated smart home control system for the mid-market.
Funding Stage
Series A
Funding Raised
None/Bootstrapped
Team Size
5-10 employees
Annual Revenue
$1M to $2.5M
Founded
2007
Industry
Technology
Skills
InAVate 40 Under 40
Recognized as one of the top young professionals in the AV industry.
CEDIA Special Recognition Award
Received a prestigious award for contributions to the industry.
Marathon des Sables Finisher
Completed the world's toughest footrace, showcasing endurance and determination.
Management
As Managing Director, overseeing operations and strategic direction of HDANYWHERE and OneAV.
Chairman of Malvern Town FC
Leading the football club, demonstrating leadership and community involvement.
Fundraising
Successfully raised £50,000 for Together For Cinema through industry support.
Technology
Extensive experience in the technology sector, particularly in smart home and venue technology.
Smart Home Technology
Managing Director of a technology brand specializing in smart home control systems.
Sports
Keen footballer with a lifelong passion for the sport.
Experience
milestone
Director
Together For Cinema
Ambassador and director for a charitable enterprise that builds accessible cinema rooms in children's hospices.
Raised significant funds and awareness for the charity.
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Managing Director
HDANYWHERE (HDA + uControl)
Overseeing the operations and strategic direction of the company, focusing on smart home technology solutions.
Led the company to develop the first British-made smart remote with the longest battery life.
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Owner
OneAV
Specialist technology distributor focusing on smart home and venue technology.
Established a successful distribution business in the technology sector.
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Chairman
Malvern Town FC
Leading the football club, responsible for strategic decisions and community engagement.
Promoting local football and community involvement through leadership.