After a successful launch in 2024, the American Lighting Association (ALA) Women in Lighting (WIL) Committee is kicking off a second year of mentorship groups. All ALA members are invited…
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New Workplace Regulations That You Can’t Ignore — Or Face Fines
During his keynote presentation at last month’s American Lighting Association (ALA) Conference, Gene Marks, a CPA and frequent contributor covering business-related topics for The Washington Post, The New York Times,…
ALA to Present 2024 Women in Lighting Leadership Award to Hubbardton Forge CEO Maria Mullen
The American Lighting Association’s (ALA) Women in Lighting (WIL) Committee has announced that the 2024 recipient of the Women in Lighting Leadership Award (WILLA) is Maria Mullen, CEO of Hubbardton…
2024 Integrated Home Competition Seeks Entries
The Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE), the award-winning coalition of U.S. and Canadian energy-efficiency program administrators, is seeking entries for its prestigious 2024 Integrated Home Competition. The Integrated Home Competition’s…
ALA’s Women in Lighting Group Launches Enhanced Mentorship Program
Building on the success of its popular Mentor Matching program, the American Lighting Association’s Women in Lighting (WIL) Committee has launched an enhanced mentorship initiative for 2024 with the formation…
ALA Appoints New Director of Membership
After reviewing hundreds of applicants from various industries, the American Lighting Association (ALA) has named Carrie Kolles as its new Director of Membership, as of November 27. Kolles, who…
ALA to Ring in 2024 With Affordable Healthcare Plans for Members
Spiraling healthcare costs is a formidable challenge for all businesses today — but especially for those with a modest number of employees, such as lighting showrooms and independent rep agencies.…
In Memoriam: Wren Melton
Lighting veteran Wren Melton, age 76, passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023. Wren worked for Progressive Lighting for more than 20 years in roles that ranged from store manager…
Laurie Gross to Receive 2023 ALA Women in Lighting Leadership Award
The American Lighting Association (ALA) Women in Lighting (WIL) Committee has announced that the 2023 recipient of the Women in Lighting Leadership Award (WILLA) will be Laurie Gross, President of…
Hurry! Time’s Running Out to Meet Your (Career) Match
The deadline is approaching for the next round of Mentor Matching, arranged by the American Lighting Association (ALA) Women in Lighting (WIL) Committee. March 31 is the last day to…
