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The popular Light Stars program, sponsored by Dallas Market Center (DMC), will be continuing for the upcoming June Lightovation, but there are some important updates. The program still provides airfare and hotel…
The American Lighting Association (ALA) – the trade association representing the residential lighting, controls, and ceiling fan industry – has launched its search for a new president and CEO. The announcement comes…
The H Foundation has opened the call for nominations for its annual Rick Wiedemer Guiding Light Award, which is presented at the foundation’s Goombay Bash event in Chicago and is the lighting…
As reported in a previous article, the mood I observed at Lightovation was positive overall. Showrooms came to see new products (as opposed to re-ordering “safe” basics) and manufacturers had a lot…
With an increase in tariffs – and possible new tariffs – looming, lighting showrooms in the U.S. are keenly interested in exploring domestic lighting companies as prospective suppliers. In the past, with…
North Carolina-based Wildwood has opened its first stand-alone showroom at AmericasMart Atlanta. The new space – located in Building 1, Suite 13-C5 – officially opened during the Atlanta Winter Market 2025. After…
The January Lightovation show, held at the Dallas Market Center, was the perfect kick off for several companies commemorating special occasions and anniversaries. Uttermost’s Mac Cooper was on-hand at market to celebrate…
There were plenty of fresh designs at Lightovation last month as manufacturers experimented with new finishes, natural materials, and created fixtures specifically to meet the requests from customers. Trend #1: There’s No…
For lighting showrooms looking for eco-friendly lighting with a unique look, New York-based Ngala Trading is offering a line of ceramic lighting by MUD Studio of South Africa to the North American…
What began as an idea for a lighting company less than one year ago has quickly grown into a line of 200+ outdoor fixtures under the name Alteck Lighting, which was unveiled…