Brilliant NextGen Inc., a leading innovator in smart home control technology, today announces the successful close of a $9.7 million funding round from its current investor Almeida Strategic Investments and Tyrod Taylor’s Strategic Investments Fund. In addition, Brilliant is announcing Tony Smalls, CPA, CGMA and Partner of MGO and CEO of Smarthomes Solutions, is joining the Board effective immediately. The new capital and expanded board will support the company’s product expansion, strengthen strategic partnerships, and deepen customer engagement across North America.

Since its founding, Brilliant has delivered an expanding portfolio of devices—including in-wall touchscreen control panels, smart dimmers, plugs, and supporting accessories—that give integrators, builders and homeowners a unified and intuitive way to manage lighting, climate, security, and music. With this new investment, Brilliant is launching its second-generation Power over Ethernet (PoE) product, expanding its partner network, and investing in development, including AI-driven features, to further advance the smart home experience.

“Brilliant NextGen has demonstrated an impressive ability to blend cutting edge technology with compelling everyday usability,” said Tony Smalls, Partner at CPA Firm MGO responsible for Entertainment, Sports, and Media Industry, and CEO of Smarthome Solutions LLC and Brilliant NextGen’s new board member. “We believe they are well-positioned to lead the next wave of smart home evolution.”

New investor Tyrod Taylor, NFL quarterback and DIALLO fashion brand entrepreneur, shares, “As a Brilliant customer, I’ve experienced firsthand in my homes how powerful the Brilliant system is. As an investor, I’m excited to back a company that not only has an impressive portfolio of devices today, but also a bold vision for the future.”

“This milestone is a powerful validation of Brilliant’s vision for the smart home,” said Lisa Petrucci, CEO of Brilliant. “Our new investors recognize not only the strength of our current device portfolio, but also the long-term value of building the most installer-friendly and consumer-loved ecosystem in the market. With this funding, we’re accelerating the rollout of our family of products and innovation that will make smart living more seamless, adaptive, and accessible than ever before.”

The company collaborates with leading Custom Integrators and Distributors, such as In Charge Electric, SKBM, and Bolt Technologies that play a critical role in delivering Brilliant NextGen’s technology into homes with expert support and seamless integration.

Brilliant NextGen’s solutions are also trusted by leading residential developers and homebuilders, including Landmark Properties, Pacesetter Homes, ByGomes, and ZD Jasper, who rely on Brilliant’s solutions to deliver elevated smart living experiences for modern homeowners and renters.

See Brilliant at CEDIA Expo

Brilliant NextGen will unveil a new set of professional only products at the annual CEDIA Expo/Commercial Integrator Expo conference being held in Denver from September 3-6th, 2025. Interested press, professional integrators and security dealers can see the entire product suite in operation in booth #3047.

About Brilliant NextGen Inc.

Brilliant NextGen Inc., headquartered in San Mateo, California, is redefining the smart home experience through an intuitive, all-in-one control platform. With a focus on design, simplicity, and performance, Brilliant NextGen empowers homeowners, integrators and builders to create smarter, more connected living environments.

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“As an investor, I’m excited to back a company that not only has an impressive portfolio of devices today, but also a bold vision for the future.” Tyrod Taylor, NFL quarterback and DIALLO fashion brand entrepreneur.