Domestic lighting manufacturer Vantage Lighting, headquartered in Rhode Island, has promoted industry veteran Jim Coleman to General Manager. Coleman joined the company in 2022 as Director/Marketing & Business Development. Previously, he served as Sales Manager for Universal Douglas Lighting Technologies, Inc. Other positions he has held include Director/Business Development for HiLumz USA and Eco-Revolution.
By Geoffrey S. Marlow Consolidation is not strategy; it’s gravity. Like water finding its level, capital flows toward scale — particularly when private equity firms sit on record dry powder and interest rates finally stabilize after years of turbulence. The rebound we witnessed in 2024, with private equity deal volume up 22% and total announced…
The deadline for submitting presentations is September 15. The organizers of LEDucation 2027 are looking for lighting professionals, designers, architects, engineers, and industry partners to share innovative ideas, inspire meaningful conversations, and equip attendees with practical knowledge they can apply immediately. Presentations on the following topics will take priority: • Sustainability and material transparency •…
The Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) has named the recipients of its 2023 Society Awards for Technical and Service Achievement. This year, the organization’s most prestigious technical achievement, the IES Medal Award, has been bestowed upon Lisa Heschong. The Medal Award recognizes meritorious technical achievement that has conspicuously furthered the profession, art, or knowledge of illuminating…
Barron Lighting Group, a top lighting solutions provider, proudly presents LiteLogic. It’s a cutting-edge lighting control system that enhances automation and energy efficiency. With unparalleled simplicity and power, users can effortlessly manage multiple zones via Bluetooth within any facility from their smartphone app. LiteLogic has a user-friendly interface that can be programmed quickly using a smartphone. With…
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…
Lighting industry veteran Gareth Bruce has been named cluster leader for the Americas. Lighting manufacturers Beghelli and Performance iN Lighting have announced the appointment of Gareth Bruce as Cluster Leader for the Americas, effective October 26. In this role, Bruce will oversee Beghelli operations in the U.S. and Mexico, Performance iN Lighting USA, and GEWISS… Read More…
Davis Wall will work alongside Regional Sales Manager Glenn Mitchell with an emphasis on the Southeast territory. Illinois-based lighting agency Bill Brown Sales (BBS) has appointed Davis Wall as Associate Sales Manager. In this role, he will support Regional Sales Manager Glenn Mitchell while working with customers and manufacturing partners throughout the Southeast territory. Wall… Read More…