Linda Longo

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

New Electrical Distribution Group Debuts

Empower Electrical Group was formed to support independent electrical distributors and suppliers across the United States. Ohio-based Current Distribution Group (CDG), a member-owned and member-governed organization supporting independent wholesale distributors, has launched…

High Earners Redecorate Often, Want to Stay Up to Date

The latest exclusive Consumer Insights Now research, sponsored by Bread Financial, examines high-income consumers’ style and color preferences and dives into how they learn about design trends. By Julie A. Palm Nearly…

DMC to Host Pro+Connect Events for Top Builders

The Dallas Market Center has announced plans to hold two Pro+Connect events in the fall that target builders. Dallas Market Center (DMC) will partner with EndeavorB2B to host two Pro+Connect events in…

Kilohana Lighting Changes How It Sells Lighting

Susan Irie sells “lighting you can feel,” which means she focuses on the effects of good, functional lighting in a space as much as the aesthetics. Kilohana Lighting used to display lighting…

In Memoriam: Pam Walker Willis

Pamela Walker Willis, principal of Walker & Willis, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford, Connecticut at age 70. Her family posted the following obit: Born…

The Education at LEDucation

The upcoming LEDucation 2026 show and conference offers both virtual and in-person educational sessions. Held in April for the first time in its 20-year history, the LEDucation trade show and conference offers…

Diversity Advocacy Alliance to Hold High Point Market Events

The third annual DAA Insider Access Experience returns in April with expert panel and mentoring, along with other events. The High Point Market Authority’s Diversity Advocacy Alliance (DAA) will hold two events…

NKBA Unveils Programming for Spring High Point Market

Three days of engaging panels, curated brunches, lunches, and activities are scheduled to take place in the refreshed kitchen and bath design hub at Broad Hall. The National Kitchen & Bath Association…

Gross Electric’s New Direction + Field Trip to Dallas

The year 2026 marks an exciting new chapter for the award-winning, family-run lighting business. As part of the Gross family’s succession plan, the 115-year-old Gross Electric business officially transitioned into two separate businesses…

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