Echo Electric, a Sonepar company, will open a new branch in Fort Wayne, Indiana, expanding its Midwest footprint and strengthening abilities to serve contractors and industrial customers throughout the region. The new facility marks the 65th location for Echo Electric and will add a dozen new jobs to the area. The new location will support…
An aging office complex in the greater Las Vegas area is under new ownership and being transformed into an open air retail and local marketplace for the community. What was a 100,000-sq.-ft. office complex sitting on 10 acres is being reimagined as The Cliff, an open-air retail, dining, and lifestyle destination. VAC Development broke ground…
Technology is changing many areas of the lighting industry – but providing wide access to information that previously was only provided by agents may be the biggest disruptor yet. By Benjamin Rapkin One of the first things I was told back in 2018, when I started signing lighting agencies for Lightglass, was to never, ever…
Marissa Klink will be responsible for the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. Baltimore-based lighting manufacturer Inter-lux has appointed Marissa Klink as Director of Sales for Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. In this role, she will serve as the primary liaison between Inter-lux and sales agency Alliance Lighting, working closely with lighting designers, architects, engineers,…
The company detailed its progress in reducing its environmental impact and recently achieved an EcoVadis Gold rating. LEDVANCE, one of the world’s leading providers of lighting solutions, has published its Sustainability Report for the 2025 financial year, setting out the company’s latest progress and initiatives across environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance. Under its guiding…
There are certain traits you can look for when evaluating candidates to fill this crucial position — and tools like EOS can help. By Bill Wagner Selecting the right Project Manager can feel like chasing a unicorn. You want someone who understands the full scope of a project, anticipates problems before they happen, communicates…
Fixtures in DLC’s LUNA program not only help the environment by reducing light pollution, they are often eligible for energy-efficiency rebates from utilities. By Leora Radetsky Launched in 2021, the DesignLights Consortium’s (DLC) Light Usage for Nighttime Applications (LUNA) program is now a fixture in the world of commercial lighting. LUNA is known for…
The integration of 310 smart devices in luxury homes by Josh.ai ensures a simple user experience while maintaining a cohesive and stylish environment.
American Lighting combines rapid product development with responsive customer service, meeting diverse lighting needs across commercial and residential markets.
Quebec-based DALS Lighting has named Jason Fisher to its sales team. Quebec, Montreal-based architectural lighting manufacturer DALS has appointed Jason Fisher as Regional Sales Manager, Eastern U.S. Fisher brings more than 20 years of sales, business development, and leadership experience across the lighting and home improvement industries. Most recently, he served as National Sales…
McClear brings decades of industry leadership to the organization, where he will support business growth and provide guidance in lighting controls. Texas-based US LED, Ltd. – a lighting manufacturer of commercial, industrial, and sign lighting solutions – has appointed global lighting executive Mark McClear as President. McClear’s new role will focus on growing strategic national…
The Lighting Group in Washington State and Boston Light Source will now represent Access Lighting in their respective territories. Greenville, S.C.-based manufacturer Access Lighting has announced two additions to its sales representation network. The Lighting Group now represents the brand in Washington State, and Boston Light Source has expanded its territory. Boston Light Source previously…
Lighting project failures rarely happen with a flash; they evolve along the timeline. How can you learn from failures to avoid them in the future?
LEDVANCE is marking its 10th anniversary as an independent brand with a decade of sustained growth, expanded partnerships, and a well-rounded product portfolio. Built on the legacy of the SYLVANIA brand, LEDVANCE’s roots trace back more than a century to the early days of electric lighting innovation. From its origins in 1901 and the formation…
In addition to a host of other benefits over conventional fixtures, solar lighting continues to evolve in aesthetics to the point where it can now fit in seamlessly with many historic downtown areas. By Tahlia Helmreich | Star LED From eliminating trenching and simplifying installation to preserving the character of historic Main Streets and…
The recent ArchLIGHT Summit was the show’s final September edition before its move to Lighting Week at Dallas Market Center in June 2027. ArchLIGHT Summit, the fast-growing event for top commercial and architectural lighting brands, industry educators, and professionals, wrapped its sixth annual edition September 15-16 at Dallas Market Center with a deep slate of…