Tom Lillie brings more than 25 + years of experience in the residential, commercial and architectural lighting industry, with deep expertise spanning sales leadership, marketing strategy, product development, and the specification process. His career began with German manufacturer Holtkötter, where he rose quickly from National Sales Manager to President, guiding the company to national recognition—including the prestigious ARTS Award for Lighting Fixture Manufacturer in 2015 and numerous design awards.
Tom later served in senior leadership roles within the WAC Group of companies (WAC Lighting, Modern Forms and Schonbek), focusing on business development and specification sales, strengthening his insight into the needs of rep agencies, designers, specifiers, and the broader manufacturing ecosystem. His hands-on understanding of how products move from concept to specification to market gives him a uniquely holistic perspective on the industry. He recently moved on from his position as Executive Director at the WAC Group but continues his role as a board member and consultant for ArchLIGHT Summit. Tom leverages his extensive background and relationships to support the show’s strategic direction, foster community engagement, and champion education that addresses the complexities and evolving needs of the specification community.
