NXT AV was founded by Eli Weinkle, an AV enthusiast from day one. As long as he can remember, Eli has been passionate about electronics. He started his first business on the day he turned 16, developing award-winning 12v AV systems for clients and manufacturers. Many of his car builds received a lot of attention and were featured at major industry events like CES and SEMA.

After dabbling in the auto industry, Eli turned his attention to Defense and Aerospace, developing new production methods still used today. For over a decade, he worked on manufacturing complex RF circuitry used in microwave communication. Never one to simply coast, Eli launched another business specializing in engineering and product development, designing and manufacturing products for OEM partners.

During his free time, Eli explored the world of AV and automation. He spent years researching and learning about the best-in-class products and leading integration companies. That is how NXT AV was born.

Since 2015, Eli has been recognized by his industry peers as a founding member of the Home Technology Association, a Savant Ambassador and recipient of Savant’s "Put it to the Test" award in 2018 and 2019. He has also become a featured integrator, quoted in numerous industry publications, detailing his creative uses of product to build out the most elaborate and technically sound systems. It is Eli’s unique approach to system design and technology, influenced by his years spent in defense, engineering and product development, that allow him to provide a level of service that is a cut above.