FREMONT, Calif., May 3, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Soraa, the world's leading developer of GaN on GaN(TM) (gallium nitride on gallium nitride) solid-state lighting technology, today announced the addition of two industry-leading executives to the leadership team. Dr. Tom Caulfield has assumed the position of Chief Operating Officer and Ray Letasi joins Soraa as Vice President of Global Sales.
Dr. Caulfield has held numerous executive positions in publicly traded and private companies including serving as COO of Ausra, Inc. where he led the repositioning of the company that ultimately led to a strategic partner acquisition. Prior to his tenure at Ausra, Inc., Caulfield served as Executive Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Customer Satisfaction at Novellus Systems, Inc. where he oversaw world-wide field operations for over 1200 individuals. Caulfield also brings extensive semiconductor industry experience to Soraa having served, over his 17 year tenure, as Vice President of Semiconductor Operations at International Business Machines Corporation.
"Tom will play an integral role in expanding Soraa's ability to meet the growing market demand for high-performance LED lighting," said CEO Eric Kim. "With his distinguished track record of senior executive leadership and his unique experience with semiconductor technology and manufacturing - spanning production, manufacturing, equipment engineering and technology and product development - Tom will be key to Soraa's execution plans in this sector."
Soraa also named lighting industry veteran Ray Letasi as Vice President of Global Sales. Letasi is the former president and COO of EcoSense Lighting, a global solid-state lighting solutions company. He was formerly Vice President of International Sales for Color Kinetics (Now Philips Solid-State Lighting Solutions), and held several Sales Management and Business Development positions during ten years with Color Kinetics, spearheading the company's Japanese joint venture partnership as well as launching sales, marketing and distribution programs throughout Europe, Asia Pacific, Japan, and the Middle East. Letasi brings to Soraa nearly 15 years of global business experience in the semiconductor, LED and lighting industries.
"Ray's extensive experience in the lighting industry gives Soraa a major advantage in navigating a rapidly changing industry landscape," said Soraa CEO Eric Kim. "His veteran perspective on the global industry will help build Soraa's reach internationally."
Soraa made its public debut in February 2012 when the company launched its flagship family of GaN on GaN(TM) based LED MR16 lamps. Soraa's proprietary GaN on GaN(TM) technology foundation enables the company to produce LEDs that produce much brighter light sources than conventional LEDs and allow the company to develop lighting products with superior performance and simple, elegant design.
He was considered an expert on highway lighting and was awarded the Louis B. Marks award for his 36 years of exceptional service to the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES).
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Roselle, IL (March 2012) - Sternberg Lighting, a leading lighting manufacturer for decorative outdoor street lighting fixtures, has appointed Michael Manicone, as regional sales vice president for the eastern region, reporting to Tim Scharnagle.
Michael will be responsible for managing all aspects of Sternberg Lighting's independent agency network while fostering stronger relationships with major specifiers such as lighting designers, architects and engineers.
"We are pleased to welcome Michael Manicone to the Sternberg Lighting Family. Michael brings with him a wealth of experience. His strong long-standing relationships within the lighting specification community bodes well in growing our presence and accomplishing his sales management objectives", says Joe Waldau, president & CEO of Sternberg Lighting.
Michael joins Sternberg from Selux Corporation, an international manufacturer of architectural interior and exterior lighting systems where he was vice president of sales with sales management responsibilities for the majority of the U.S..
About Sternberg Lighting
Founded in 1923, Sternberg Lighting, headquartered in Roselle, IL is a privately-held employee-owned U.S. manufacturer traditional and architectural decorative outdoor street lighting products. All Sternberg Lighting products are engineered, developed, manufactured and assembled in Sternberg’s 154,000 square foot facility in Roselle, IL. For more information, visit www.sternberglighting.com.
Fulham Co., Inc., a leading global manufacturer and supplier of electronic ballasts, lamps and lighting solutions, has announced that Guy Esposito joined the company as Vice President of Lighting Renovation. Guy lends his expertise to the furtherance of Fulham’s lighting renovation programs suited for customers such as schools, governments, parking lot facilities, warehouses, gas stations and more, as they seek optimal methods to convert out-dated lighting systems with more efficient technologies that offer rapid payback opportunities.
Guy joins Fulham after 17 years with GE/Gexpro. In his 30-year career in the distribution/lighting industry, Guy has excelled in various market segments, including retail, industrial, government, entertainment and gaming. He has provided lighting materials and design assistance for numerous casino resorts in the U.S., Asia and South America.
Please welcome Guy to the Fulham organization by visiting booths 3125 – 3175 at this year’s LFI in Las Vegas. Guy can also be reached at GEsposito@fulham.com and (702) 469-6285.
Fulham Co., Inc., a leading global manufacturer and supplier of electronic ballasts, lamps and lighting solutions, has introduced Leonard Fernandez as Vice President of its Latin America Region to grow its presence in Mexico, the Caribbean and all of Latin America.
Leonard joins Fulham after most recently serving as Senior Vice President of Enfinity Corporation, a renewable energy development company. In his 35-year career, Leonard has held a number of executive management positions, including those with General Electric and Group Schneider (Square D). He has led the growth initiatives in Latin America for Square D. He has directed all aspects of company strategic plans for growth initiatives and international business development, and he has significant experience in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical sales through multiple channels, including OEMs, distribution, consulting engineers and end-users. Leonard has previously held the positions of Vice President of Strategic Planning and Acquisitions, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, and Director of International Business Development. Leonard is fluent in Spanish.
Leonard is reachable at LFernandez@fulham.com and (770) 670-9181. Please welcome Leonard in person at LFI 2012 at Fulham’s booths 3125-3175.
Carpinteria, CA, BEGA-US, a leader in architectural lightingtoday announced the appointment of Michael Brunasso as Vice President of Saleseffective February 8, 2012. Mr. Brunasso brings more than twenty years of successfulsales and management experience in the lighting industry, having previously held keypositions at Juno, Peerless, Eureka and Hubbell Lighting.
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Cyclone Lighting is pleased to announce the nomination of Mr. R.J. Darling LC as National Sales Manager, effective February 27th, 2012. R.J. will be responsible for all sales activities for Cyclone’s extensive product offering, for both USA and Canada.
R.J. cumulates more than 13 years of experience in the lighting industry, as Sales Account Manager, Regional Sales Manager and most recently Director of Sales for Eye Lighting International. R.J. brings to Cyclone Lighting in depth knowledge of the specification market for both municipalities and utilities. R.J. serves on the IES Street and Area Lighting Committee (SALC) sub-committee since 2009. He also obtained his Lighting Certification (LC) in 2008.
About Cyclone Lighting:
Cyclone Lighting is a North American Manufacturer of outdoor lighting solutions. Cyclone successfully serves the municipality market since 1999 with high quality decorative lighting products. It offers a complete range of products in LED, Induction and HID.
For more information about Cyclone Lighting visit: www.cyclonelighting.com or call 450-434-5000
(ANAHEIM, CA – Intense Lighting, Inc., an industry leader in high-quality, specification-grade lighting products, has recently hired Rob Limroth as Vice President of Sales for the company’s Eastern division. Limroth’s role is to build sales and increase brand awareness of Intense Lighting products throughout the Eastern United States. He will focus on retail national accounts and manage the company’s Eastern Sales personnel and manufacturer representatives.
Limroth brings 22 years of experience in the lighting industry to his new role at Intense Lighting. A Philadelphia native, Limroth has been employed with reputable lighting manufacturers such as Juno Lighting, Lightolier and Acuity Brands Lighting. For the past nine years he has been employed at Amerlux as VP of Commercial Sales and has also participated in the product development for both the interior and exterior product lines. Limroth has worked in national account sales organizations and also managed a commercial sales team that included an extensive outside sales rep base.
“Rob’s lighting expertise along with his history of successfully driving LED adoption makes him an ideal fit for Intense,” says Allan Gray, President, Intense Lighting. “With Rob’s knowledge and relationships, he will be able to help us build our brand presence on the East Coast and promote new product innovations that will benefit our customer base. We are extremely happy to welcome Rob to our team.”
Limroth is equally pleased. “I am eager to move forward and create new opportunities and expand the company’s presence throughout the East as has been already done in the West over the last decade,” he says. “The quality and performance of our products will quickly take us to the next level. It will solidify our position in the industry as an independent manufacturer that can drive new LED technologies while providing value and service to a wide range of customers in the commercial and retail lighting arenas.”
About Intense Lighting
Headquartered in Anaheim, California, Intense Lighting is a privately held company that has been designing and manufacturing sustainable lighting solutions for commercial, retail, residential and exterior markets since 2001. The Intense product collection offers interior and exterior luminaires that include specification down lighting, decorative wall sconces, track lighting, recessed down lighting, recessed multiples and step lighting. In addition to interior lighting, Intense Lighting offers a complete product line of outdoor luminaries including bollards, landscape, wall cylinders, wall sconces, in-ground luminaries and illuminated rail systems. For more information, please visit: http://www.intenselighting.com or call 800.961.5321.
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Intense Lighting Hires Robert Limroth as Vice President of Sales for its Eastern Region
(ANAHEIM, CA – January 31, 2012 – Intense Lighting, Inc., an industry leader in high-quality, specification-grade lighting products, has recently hired Rob Limroth as Vice President of Sales for the company’s Eastern division. Limroth’s role is to build sales and increase brand awareness of Intense Lighting products throughout the Eastern United States. He will focus on retail national accounts and manage the company’s Eastern Sales personnel and manufacturer representatives.
Limroth brings 22 years of experience in the lighting industry to his new role at Intense Lighting. A Philadelphia native, Limroth has been employed with reputable lighting manufacturers such as Juno Lighting, Lightolier and Acuity Brands Lighting. For the past nine years he has been employed at Amerlux as VP of Commercial Sales and has also participated in the product development for both the interior and exterior product lines. Limroth has worked in national account sales organizations and also managed a commercial sales team that included an extensive outside sales rep base.
“Rob’s lighting expertise along with his history of successfully driving LED adoption makes him an ideal fit for Intense,” says Allan Gray, President, Intense Lighting. “With Rob’s knowledge and relationships, he will be able to help us build our brand presence on the East Coast and promote new product innovations that will benefit our customer base. We are extremely happy to welcome Rob to our team.”
Limroth is equally pleased. “I am eager to move forward and create new opportunities and expand the company’s presence throughout the East as has been already done in the West over the last decade,” he says. “The quality and performance of our products will quickly take us to the next level. It will solidify our position in the industry as an independent manufacturer that can drive new LED technologies while providing value and service to a wide range of customers in the commercial and retail lighting arenas.”
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About Intense Lighting
Headquartered in Anaheim, California, Intense Lighting is a privately held company that has been designing and manufacturing sustainable lighting solutions for commercial, retail, residential and exterior markets since 2001. The Intense product collection offers interior and exterior luminaires that include specification down lighting, decorative wall sconces, track lighting, recessed down lighting, recessed multiples and step lighting. In addition to interior lighting, Intense Lighting offers a complete product line of outdoor luminaries including bollards, landscape, wall cylinders, wall sconces, in-ground luminaries and illuminated rail systems. For more information, please visit: http://www.intenselighting.com or call 800.961.5321.
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It is with profound sorrow that we share with you of the passing of one of our founders, Clint Winter. He passed away this morning at home surrounded by his loving family. Clint gave up his struggle against cancer after a long hard battle and is now at peace.
Ardd & Winter was founded in 1968 by Bobby Ardd Sr. and Clint Winter. The success we have today is due to the vision and innovation of these two men, who have both now left us.
Clint passed away Thursday morning 1/26/12. Funeral services will be held on Sunday January 29 at 3:00PM in the chapel of A.S. Turner and Sons. The family will receive Friends on Saturday January 28 from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 and again on Sunday January 29 from 1:00-3:00. A.S. Turner and Sons, Decatur is in charge of arrangements.
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OXFORD, Mich. - Relume Technologies, a leading manufacturer of light-emitting diode (LED) products and smart grid control systems for outdoor lighting applications, has named Randy Kimmel as Director of Government Sales, reporting to Patrick Gee, Senior Vice President of Services.
“We are pleased to welcome this 28 year lighting industry veteran to our team,” said Crawford Lipsey, CEO for Relume. “Randy’s outstanding sales record and experience in the renovation and government sales arena makes him uniquely qualified for his new role.”
Kimmel will be responsible for the introduction and continued development of Relume’s product sales to state and federal governmental agencies, and the U. S. military. He also will be responsible for lighting and controls sales initiatives targeting the renovation, DOT and airport markets, as well as sales generated through the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA).
“Relume has been providing innovative LED lighting technologies to businesses, municipalities and U.S. military for a decade. With Kimmel’s expertise, Relume will now focus on broadening its reach to serve other segments of the U.S. government,” said Lipsey.
Kimmel joins Relume from Acuity Brands Lighting where he served as the energy services manager responsible for Acuity’s development and growth in the renovation and LMC markets. He began his lighting career in 1983 at Western Florida Lighting, where he held a variety of sales roles. In 1989, he joined Leesman Lighting in Cincinnati, Ohio and held a senior sales position. In 1995 he moved to Lighting Concepts and Controls as vice president of sales; becoming the agency principal in 2000.
A native of Kentucky, Kimmel has a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and sports medicine from Western Kentucky University. He lives with his wife in Falmouth, Kentucky.
About Relume Technologies
Relume Technologies is a Mich.-based manufacturer of highly efficient, environmentally friendly, and cost effective LED lighting products and control systems. The company’s innovative technology is used in municipal lighting, commercial signage, outdoor advertising, transportation, and U.S. military applications. Relume’s products are American-made, ISO 9001:2008 certified and carry an industry leading seven year warranty.
Relume is a founding member of the Michigan Solid State Lighting Association, and supports the organization’s mission of ensuring that Michigan is a global leader in solid-state lighting, research and development, and manufacturing. Relume was recently recognized as one of Michigan’s 50 Companies to Watch by the Edward Lowe Foundation. For more information, visit www.relume.com.
Bill Faller a veteran lighting fixture and lamp professional is available. National as well as Regional Sales Management experience, building, training, managing and motivating independent representatives to focus on your product line and increase sales. Other core competencies are:
• C&I, Municipal, and Utility Experience
• Lamp Expert-HID, CFL, and LED
• TEAM & SALES Builder
• Organizational Leadership
• Development & Execution of Strategic Marketing Plan
• Development & Execution of Policies and Programs to Achieve Sales Goals
• Budget Implantation
• P&L Responsibilities
• Key Client Retention
• Outstanding Presentation Skills
• Follow Up and Follow Through
• Computer Literate
Accustomed to 50% to 75% travel. Resume is available upon request. Bill Faller can be contacted at (234)-380-1222 or wfaller@roadrunner.com
Alain Verret, current Eureka Eastern Regional Manager, had accepted a new management role as USA Showroom – E Business Sales Manager.
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