Gross Electric Acquires Indiana Lighting Center, Enters Indy Market

Gross Electric Acquires Indiana Lighting Center, Enters Indy Market

Family-owned electrical distributor and lighting showroom business Gross Electric has acquired Indiana Lighting Center, which has two showrooms in Indianapolis.   “This strategic acquisition strengthens our commitment to offering exceptional lighting solutions and investing in independent lighting showrooms in the Midwest,” said Laurie Gross, president of Gross Electric in a LinkedIn post.  “Indiana Lighting has…


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