Your Trusted AV & Automation Specialist!

Chad Carney, the General Manager and one of the co-owners of AV & Automation Specialists, brings a wealth of experience and dedication to the company. Originally from a small rural farm town in Clarksville, Ohio, Chad moved to Tucson, Arizona, in 1988. True to his roots, Chad has always upheld the values of hard work, persistence, loyalty, and a commitment to excellence — traits instilled in him by his family.

Chad is the proud father of two beautiful daughters and remains happily married to his high school sweetheart, whom he met during his senior year in Tucson. Nationally recognized for his work in designing and building nightclubs across the United States and Mexico, Chad eventually shifted his focus to the local residential and commercial markets to stay closer to his family.

Chad's journey as an entrepreneur began in 1994 when he founded Millennium Electrical Systems (M.E.S.) after the sudden closure of a prominent nightclub and audio-video company where he had worked. During his time there, Chad was responsible for the design and installation of hundreds of commercial and residential audio, video, lighting, and nightclub systems nationwide.

Driven by his passion for the trade and a relentless commitment to client satisfaction, Chad has guided the company from its humble beginnings to become one of Southern Arizona's leading providers of audio, video, and electronic integration solutions.