Who We Are

Your Home Technology Advisors
We believe the technology in your home should be easy to use, beautifully designed, and unbelievably reliable.
Crestron Platinum Elite Dealer
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Donnie Boutwell

CEO


After ten years producing records on music row in Nashville, Donnie knows a thing or two about sound.  With experience in construction management, and digital music, Donnie came to Media Systems with a desire to create audiophile listening rooms in luxury homes. Today he spends most of his time managing the business and programming Crestron systems.  Donnie has a Bachelor's from the University of Houston in Radio and Television Production with a minor in Percussion Performance. Today Donnie specializes in design working with architects, designers, builders and home owners to create systems that bring form and function together.
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Jaclyn Boutwell

CFO


With a background in artistic design and professional photography, Jaclyn has an eye for detail. She makes sure that technology blends seamlessly into the visual design of the home. Jaclyn works with homeowners and interior designers to be sure that the technology in the home doesn’t distract from the architectural or design elements. Whether you’re choosing motorized shade fabrics, deciding on lighting fixtures or even have a TV in that space, Jaclyn is the resource that you need. In addition to being a technology designer, she is also our Chief Financial Officer.

OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

“What a priviledge it is to have these awesome leaders on our team. They are people of great integrity and a high standard for excellence. Each day starts with an agressive agenda to create the most innovative and reliable systems possible. We continue to support systems that we installed decades ago while building new systems from the ground up. These leaders are the finest in the industry and we are so thankful to have them.”
~Donnie and Jaclyn

Chase Murphy

CTO
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Chase has been our friend since 2011 when we started contracting him for Crestron programming on larger projects. Chase is a Gold Crestron Certified Master Programmer and has been Donnie’s programming mentor for years. Since we had already worked with him on so many projects, his transition to full time staff was effortless. Chase excels at communication. His ability to define the scope of work, exceed expectations, and finish the job are a great example to our team.

Derrick Hare

Service Manager
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Donnie and Derrick became friends working on the same jobsite for a mutual friend. We asked Derrick several times over the years to join the team and the timing just didn’t work out. When he finally agreed to come on staff with us, it was a perfect fit. Derrick didn’t ask for a position in leadership, but naturally landed at the top. He is the hardest worker among us and won’t quit till the job is done. Derrick has been installing luxury residential AV systems for over 15 years and is our lead project manager.

Chase Murphy

CTO
Chase Murphy Headshot

Chase has been our friend since 2011 when we started contracting him for Crestron programming on larger projects. Chase is a certified Crestron Master Programmer and has been Donnie’s programming mentor for years. Since we had already worked with him on so many projects, his transition to full time staff was effortless. Chase excels at communication. His ability to define the scope of work, exceed expectations, and finish the job are a great example to our team.

Derrick Hare

Project Manager
Chase Murphy Headshot

Donnie and Derrick became friends working on the same jobsite for a mutual friend. We asked Derrick several times over the years to join the team and the timing just didn’t work out. When he finally agreed to come on staff with us, it was a perfect fit. Derrick didn’t ask for a position in leadership, but naturally landed at the top. He is the hardest worker among us and won’t quit till the job is done. Derrick has been installing luxury residential AV systems for over 15 years and is our lead project manager.

Matthew Atwood

Service Manager
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Matt came to the company with years of industry experience and a desire to be in leadership. He is a tenacious problem solver and leaves no detail unattended. Matthew masters all of our scheduling for service calls, returns and repairs, as well as assisting on new installs when he has time. Whether he is on the service call or not, he knows every detail and supervises the service technicians till all issues are resolved.

Chase Murphy

CTO
Chase Murphy Headshot

Chase has been our friend since 2011 when we started contracting him for Crestron programming on larger projects. Chase is a Gold Crestron Certified Master Programmer and has been Donnie’s programming mentor for years. Since we had already worked with him on so many projects, his transition to full time staff was effortless. Chase excels at communication. His ability to define the scope of work, exceed expectations, and finish the job are a great example to our team.

Derrick Hare

Service Manager
Chase Murphy Headshot

Donnie and Derrick became friends working on the same jobsite for a mutual friend. We asked Derrick several times over the years to join the team and the timing just didn’t work out. When he finally agreed to come on staff with us, it was a perfect fit. Derrick didn’t ask for a position in leadership, but naturally landed at the top. He is the hardest worker among us and won’t quit till the job is done. Derrick has been installing luxury residential AV systems for over 15 years and is our lead project manager.

Steve Driskell

Founder

After working as a home theater designer and installer at Home Entertainment, Steve founded Media Systems in 1980 because he discovered a client base seeking more advanced audio and video systems.  He quickly created a niche for himself in Houston and around the world as a pioneer and true visionary of smart home technology.  As control system technology developed, Steve integrated cutting edge products for a distinguished client base.  Functional automation systems evolved into elegant products that can be enjoyed without really being seen.  Steve's demand for efficiency and excellence continues to be our motivation today.

Certifications


McIntosh McMasters
Pakedge Certified Professional Network Administrator
CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) Compliant
Araknis Certified Technician
HTA Certified Estate
CompTIA - Network+ Certified
Lutron Homeworks Authorized Provider
AVIXA - Certified Technology Specialist
CEDIA ESC-D (Electronic Systems Certified Designer)
DMC-S Certified
MTA Certified
CSS-D Certified
CDT-S Certified
DM Certified Engineer
DM Certified Technician
Certified Programmer - Silver
Masters Certified Programmer - Gold
Crestron Core Track
CTI Programming Certified

Recognition


Crestron Technology Professional Elite Pro
Samsung Platinum Direct Dealer
Kaleidescape Silver VIP Dealer
Snap AV Diamond Dealer
Sony CIS Diamond Dealer