Lighting manufacturer AFX has hired one new regional sales manager, one internal sales manager, and a quotations specialist. Waukegan, Illinois-based AFX, Inc., has appointed Kyle Tindle as a regional sales manager. Most recently he was with Buster + Punch as western regional sales manager, where he drove sales growth and expanded market presence throughout the U.S….
The new 2026 catalog features products suitable for both residential and commercial applications. Irvine, California-based Access Lighting, which also operates a warehouse in South Carolina, has unveiled a new 644-page catalog. Presenting one of the most comprehensive collections in the company’s history, the catalog features a full range of ceiling fixtures, wall-mounts, and outdoor luminaires alongside…
Lighting authority Leni Schwendinger and IALD president Andrea Hartranft will keynote at ArchLIGHT Summit. Dallas Market Center’s ArchLIGHT Summit has announced the sessions, keynotes, receptions and events for its upcoming show on September 15 and 16 targeting the lighting, architecture, specification, and design communities. This year’s edition runs alongside Dallas Design Week (September 15-17),…
A new public art installation in a Québec courthouse square is highlighted by well-concealed lighting from Acclaim. The renovation of the Roberval Courthouse (Palais de justice de Roberval) in Québec got off to a rough start with a fire destroying much of the historic building in May 2021. After the ashes were cleared, construction began…
The Light and Health Research Center (LHRC) is offering two online professional certificate courses for 2026. These interactive educational offerings will be led by LHRC faculty and staff who are the foremost experts in their fields. Courses begin in September, and registration for the classes will close soon. Dan Frering, the LHRC’s education program director…
The former Siemens leader will take the reins at Acuity, Inc.’s Acuity Brands Lighting in September. Atlanta-based Acuity Inc. has appointed Ruth Gratzke as President of Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) effective September 1. She will report to Neil Ashe, Acuity CEO. Gratzke brings more than 25 years of leadership in industrial technology, smart infrastructure…
The selected products include outdoor, controls, architectural, sports and specialized lighting solutions. Georgia-based Cooper Lighting Solutions has earned eight selections in the 2026 Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) Progress Report. The achievement marks the company’s 16th year of recognition in the past 18 years. The selected solutions address a broad range of lighting needs from precise…
The developers of a luxury residential apartment building in fashionable Arlington, Virginia, wanted distinctive design statements throughout the property. An easy commute to Washington, D.C., the Azure at National Landing luxury apartment residences in Arlington, Virginia, are inspired by modern boutique hotel spaces. WBE-certified firm One Line Design Studio – which has its headquarters…
Electrical distributors have an opportunity to become top-of-mind if they start paying attention to how AI recommendations work. As more customers rely on chatbots to steer them toward “best places” where they can buy products for renovation and remodeling projects, electrical distributors need to make certain their businesses show up in those searches. A recently…
Founder Dick Stone retires after 45 years; Joe Stone and Brett Bennett to head Rocky Mountain and Southwest divisions. Photo caption: From left to right: Brett Bennett, Dick Stone, Joe Stone Colorado-based ASA Electrical Solutions has announced founder Dick Stone has retired after 45 years in the electrical industry, including 21 years leading ASA. Effective…
The lighting channel’s most expensive marketing investment reaches everyone — except the buyer. By Bruno H. Silva, CLCP I spent seven years inside a manufacturer’s sales organization traveling 47 weeks a year, training specifiers, authoring CEUs, and building a controls specification pipeline from scratch. We trained over 300 designers on our systems. That investment generated…
Georgia-based and family-owned lighting manufacturer Savoy House has recently become a member of the National Association of Electrical Distributors (NAED). According to the company, the decision marks “an exciting step in our continued commitment to supporting our partners across North America.” While many manufacturers serving the electrical channel are primarily focused on commercial and industrial…
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 •…
Founder and CEO David Littman will transition to executive chairman. Effective September 1, Malaina Matheus, current president of Hudson Valley Lighting Group (HVLG), will become CEO. Founder and CEO David Littman will transition to executive chairman, remaining closely involved in the long-term vision and continued growth of the company. Over her 16 years with HVLG,…
Former Chairman and CEO of Westinghouse Lighting Corp. (formerly known as Angelo Brothers) Stanley John Angelo passed away peacefully on August 3 at home, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. He was 84 years old. The official obituary, from Helweg & Rowland Funeral Home, is posted below — but first, I’d like to…
Maria Mullen, who has served as president since 2020 has left the company. The board of directors of Vermont-based lighting manufacturer Hubbardton Forge has announced a recently completed executive transition. Maria Mullen has left Hubbardton Forge; Steve Wiegers has been promoted to the role of president and general manager. “We thank Maria for her dedication and wish…