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Observations on the Lighting Industry Labor Market — Q1 2026
By Eric Pollack, President, ESP Prosearch & David Shiller, Executive Recruiter, ESP Prosearch From our vantage point as executive recruiters in the lighting industry, 2025 saw a pronounced contraction in hiring activity. Organizations adopted a defensive posture, with recruitment slowing steadily and reaching its lowest point in the fourth quarter. In contrast, the first quarter…
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MaxLite Appoints Jason Samuelian to Two Key Positions
New Jersey-based MaxLite has appointed Jason Samuelian as Vice President of Sales – C&I West Region, plus Managing Director of EV Solutions. He brings nearly 15 years of experience across the lighting, electrical, and ESCO industries, most recently serving as Senior VP/ Sales & Marketing at ESPEN Technology, where he led national initiatives across lighting Read More…
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WAC Group Appoints Greg Barrett Director of Commercial Lighting Systems
On the heels of launching its commercial specification-grade WAC Architectural brand this month, WAC Group has appointed Greg Barrett as director of commercial lighting systems. Barrett has more than 20 years of experience in lighting and control systems, working for companies such as Savant, USAI Lighting, Ecosense, and Ketra in roles that range from product management and specifier development Read More…
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USAI Lighting’s Small In One – Mini Packs High Output into Compact Install‑From‑Below Design
USAI’s compact Small In One – Mini solves real world installation challenges with precision optics, multiple trims, and full below-ceiling serviceability. Read More…
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SKYX to Outfit 171 Apartments for Complex in New York
Smart home tech and product provider SKYX Platforms Corp. has announced that it will supply its technologies to a new contemporary residential project in Pittsford, New York. The apartment complex will include 171 new residential units. Led by the Daniele Management & Development Group – which has 20+ years of experience developing mixed-use communities, apartment Read More…
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USAI Lighting’s Small In One – Mini Packs High Output into Compact Install‑From‑Below Design
USAI’s compact Small In One – Mini solves real world installation challenges with precision optics, multiple trims, and full below-ceiling serviceability. Read More…
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Selux Expands Olivio Family with Gen5 Optics, RGBW Capability
Selux enhanced its Olivio line with Gen5 optical performance and expanded RGBW options, helping contractors solve exterior lighting challenges with greater versatility. Read More…
US LightingTrends
This special weekly digest has a broad reach to those involved in all aspects of the US electrical lighting design and specification industry. US Lighting Trends provides lighting professionals insight and intelligence on industry developments that effect design and specification. From corporate news to new technologies, products and insightful opinions, USLT will become your first read in the lighting industry. Published on Tuesdays.