Linda Longo

Linda Longo is an award-winning journalist who has covered the residential lighting industry for more than 30 years.

HVLG Promotes Malaina Matheus to CEO

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…

Ferguson’s Earnings Report Reveals Opportunities

Ferguson Enterprises’ Q2 earnings report shows strong non-residential growth and modest gains in the residential market.   Ferguson Enterprises released its Q2 earnings report on August 10, and its findings mirror similarities…

How Home Depot’s Realignment Affects Showrooms

The company just announced an “organizational realignment” that it hopes will provide a more seamless customer experience, drive growth and capture market share. On July 30, home improvement retailer The Home Depot…

In Memoriam: Ken Dretzka

Ken Dretzka, principal of California-based Dretzka & Associates, has passed away.   After entering the industry as a lighting rep, Ken Dretzka founded his own agency, Dretzka & Associates in 1985. Based in…

In Memoriam: Stan Angelo

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…

GE Lighting Targets Health-Conscious Consumers

A wellness app has partnered with GE Lighting on a program that incorporates lighting into consumers’ desire for better health. As the health benefits of enhancing circadian rhythm continues to gain attention…

Lightovation Report: Organic Appeal Stays Strong

Natural elements – whether as real materials or design inspiration – remained a top trend at June Lightovation. Consumers shopping at every price point continue to be interested in styles that evoke…

AI Is Deciding Where Consumers Buy Lighting

Ronn Torossian of 5W AI Communications tells Lighting News Now what the results of his firm’s new research means for the lighting industry. A recently released research study examined how ChatGPT, Claude,…

DMC & ART Announce ARTS Awards Nominating Panel + Committee

Lighting News Now editor among the industry professionals on the nominating panel. The next edition of the popular ARTS Awards is well underway. This week, Dallas Market Center (DMC) and ART, the…

Quoizel Debuts New Website

The manufacturer has revamped its digital presence to make the product discovery aspect of customers’ shopping process easier. Goose Creek, S.C.-based Quoizel has updated its website to include improved navigation and user-friendly…

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