SAN FRANCISCO: Brilliant NextGen Inc., a leading innovator in smart home control technology, announced Friday it has closed a $9.7 million funding round backed by Almeida Strategic Investments and NFL quarterback Tyrod Taylor’s Strategic Investments Fund.
The company also named Tony Smalls, CPA, CGMA, Partner at MGO and CEO of Smarthome Solutions LLC, to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
The new capital and board expansion will support Brilliant’s product development, strategic partnerships, and customer engagement efforts across North America. The company plans to accelerate the rollout of its second-generation Power over Ethernet (PoE) product and invest in AI-driven features to enhance its smart home ecosystem.
“As a Brilliant customer, I’ve experienced firsthand how powerful the system is,” said Taylor, also founder of the DIALLO fashion brand. “As an investor, I’m excited to back a company with a bold vision for the future.”
Brilliant’s portfolio includes in-wall touchscreen control panels, smart dimmers, plugs, and accessories that unify lighting, climate, security, and music management for homeowners, builders, and integrators.
“Brilliant NextGen has demonstrated an impressive ability to blend cutting-edge technology with everyday usability,” said Smalls. “They’re well-positioned to lead the next wave of smart home evolution.”
CEO Lisa Petrucci called the funding “a powerful validation” of the company’s vision. “Our investors recognize the long-term value of building the most installer-friendly and consumer-loved ecosystem in the market,” she said.
Brilliant collaborates with integrators and distributors such as In Charge Electric, SKBM, and Bolt Technologies, and is trusted by developers including Landmark Properties, Pacesetter Homes, ByGomes, and ZD Jasper.