NEMRA LIGHTING

The Association for Lighting Professionals

NEMRA Lighting connects lighting agents and lighting manufacturing partners through advocacy, education, and networking that moves the industry forward.

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Industry-recognized certification programs

150+ NEMRA Lighting members and companies

12+ Industry Events

News

The News Lighting Professionals Are Talking About

Why Choose NEMRA Lighting

Built for the Lighting Professionals

Advocacy in D.C.

Direct representation before Congress and federal agencies. SBLC partnership included.

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NEMRA University

Professional development and pathways to LC, LS-C, CLCP, and CEU certifications.

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RepConnect Service

The industry's platform for connecting agents with manufacturers seeking representation.

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NEMRA Annual Conference

Where the whole channel comes together.

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For NEMRA Agents

Built for independent lighting agencies that need training, tools, and a voice in the channel.

  • Stepped Educational & Controls Curriculum Lighting training from foundational to spec-level.
  • NEMRA University 2,000+ professional skill courses for your team.
  • Sales Mastery Sales training built for the lighting channel.
  • Tools & Advocacy Immediate ROI plus a voice for independent agents.

For NEMRA Manufacturers

Built for lighting manufacturers who want stronger agent relationships and a smarter way to plan the year.

  • NEMRA Annual Conference Plan your year with your agents in three days.
  • Year-Round Networking Stay connected to the channel all year long.
  • Educated Agent Partners Your agents get SEC and sales training that drives demand.
  • Advocacy & Visibility Industry voice and access to top lighting agencies.

Why Choose NEMRA Lighting

Professional Development
for Lighting Industry

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  • Stepped Educational Curriculum

    Modular, progressive training from foundational to advanced lighting knowledge at your own pace.

  • Controls Educational Curriculum

    Modular, progressive training from foundational to advanced lighting knowledge at your own pace.

  • NEMRA University

    2,000+ professional courses for individuals and teams at every career stage.

  • Sales Mastery Program

    Demand generation, performance selling, and sales leadership for the lighting channel.

  • Webinars and Recordings

    Member library of past training sessions, expert panels, and workshops available anytime.

IES Supporting SEC & CEC Courses

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  • NEMRA Lighting gives independent agents and manufacturers a unified voice on the issues that affect their businesses.

  • Members connect year-round through events, regional roundtables, and the NEMRA Annual Conference — not just once a year.

  • Lighting training from foundational to spec-level as well as sales training and soft-skills.

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Membership

A Growing Community of Lighting Professionals

NEMRA Lighting brings independent agents and manufacturers together through education, advocacy, and networking.

Membership is growing fast, programs are expanding, and the division is building the only national home dedicated to specification lighting.

About Us

2,000+

Professional courses through NEMRA

4 Levels

In the Stepped Educational Curriculum

31

SEC enrollees in the first two months

150

NEMRA Lighting Member Companies

Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors
New Member Spotlight

Welcome to NEMRA Lighting

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New Member Spotlight
“A third-generation family agency on next-generation leadership transitions.”
Lighting Advisory Council

Meet the Lighting Advisory Council

  • David Bennet

    Principal L & D Sustainability

  • Jenny Brust

    Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing H.E. Williams, Inc.

  • Hagen Denton

    Principal ELA + Synergy

  • Brian Donlon

    Vice President & General Manager, Sales Operations Lutron Electronics Co., Inc.

  • Tim Kelley

    President & CEO IlluminateNE

  • John Palk

    President & CEO SESCO Lighting, Inc.

  • Mike Ramthun

    Vice President, Distribution Solutions Davis & Associates, Inc.

  • Kris Steiger

    President Schaeffer Marketing Group

  • Chip Taylor

    Chief Commercial Officer Current

  • Tom Thomson

    Founder & CEO SCI Lighting Solutions

Need help with your lighting membership, resources, or support? Jennifer is here to answer your questions, connect you with the right information, and make sure you get the support you need.

Jennifer Valler Jennifer Valler Member Engagement Specialist – Lighting
Resources

Resources, Insights & More

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Download digital media kit & guidelines

Tools, directories, and materials to support your day-to-day work.

Onboarding

Welcome packet, getting-started guides, and resources for new members.

Savings Hub

Member-only discounts and partner offers through the NEMRA Savings Hub.

FAQ

Frequently
Asked Questions

Got questions? We've got answers. Here you'll find everything you need to know about joining NEMRA Lighting.

NEMRA is a network of trusted agents connecting top lighting manufacturers with the right markets. Grow your reach, build stronger partnerships, and represent brands that move the industry forward.

Stay Connected to What Moves the Industry

NEMRA Lighting connects lighting agents and lighting manufacturing partners through advocacy, education, and networking that moves the industry forward.

Join NEMRA Lighting