By Linda Longo You might think launching a new lighting company in the middle of a pandemic would be a bad idea. After all, many well-established manufacturers were facing astronomical…
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Progress Lighting Promotes Todd Roy
Progress Lighting veteran Todd Roy has been named VP/Sales, responsible for driving sales in all regions. Most recently, Roy held the position of VP National Accounts, where he was responsible…
In Memoriam: Mark Kaffee
Lighting industry veteran Mark Kaffee passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 6 at his home in Florida. Mark retired from the industry in 2015. He had served nearly 10 years…
Crystorama Adds to Executive Team
New York-based Crystorama has hired Robert Kim as VP/Operations and Walter Griffenkranz as Warehouse Manager. “As Crystorama continues to see exponential growth, putting together an all-star executive team was critical…
In Memoriam: Peter McGarr
Lighting industry veteran (Kenneth) Peter McGarr passed away on October 21 at age 84 with his family by his side. Peter was born in Beverly, Massachusetts, on June 11, 1937…
Carson Kressley’s TV Show to Film at High Point Market
Emmy Award-winning TV star, celebrity stylist, designer, and best-selling author Carson Kressley is set to tape 6 episodes for season 2 of his popular design-centric talk show Couched for The…
In Memoriam: Karen Krieger
Our industry lost one of its brightest lights today. It is with profound sorrow that the family of Karen (Kort) Krieger announce her passing on September 30, 2021, at her…
WILD Creates National Board of Directors
Women in Lighting + Design (WILD), a female leadership organization in the architectural and residential lighting communities, has officially established a National Board of Directors. Over the past 30 years,…
Kathryn Ireland Named 2022 Design Icon for LV Market
Renowned interior and textiles designer Kathryn M. Ireland will receive the 2022 Design Icon award at the Winter Las Vegas Market, set for January 23 to 27. The International Market…
Jo Ann Miller Marshall Named SVP/Leasing for DMC
Market veteran Jo Ann Miller Marshall joins Dallas Market Center (DMC) as Senior Vice President/Leasing–Temporary Home & Gift. She will start her new position on October 4 and report to…
