Linda Longo

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

New Ownership for Imagine More Lighting Stores

Custom integrator Liaison Technology Group has acquired the Imagine More retail lighting showrooms and ecommerce business. Founded in 2009 by Lenard Gale and Don Brehm, Imagine More operates four retail lighting showrooms…

AFX Adds 3 to Sales & Quotations Teams

Lighting manufacturer AFX has hired one new regional sales manager, one internal sales manager, and a quotations specialist. Waukegan, Illinois-based AFX, Inc., has appointed Kyle Tindle as a regional sales manager. Most…

Theo Shpunder Relaunches Agency

Lighting industry veteran Theo Shpunder – who has a combined 30+ years of experience on the showroom side, running a lighting agency, and directing a sales team for a manufacturer – has…

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…

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