ANGI CEO: Merger of Angie's List and HomeAdvisor 'Has Been Very Powerful'
The newly formed company connects homeowners to service providers, such as plumbers and painters. ANGI Homeservices, which is one of the biggest revenue sources for its parent company IAC, has seen "strong demand from homeowners" since the merger a year ago, says CEO Chris Terrill.
For the full interview, [click here](https://cheddar.com/videos/future-of-voice-on-demand-and-the-smart-home).
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