Name: Who Is the Integrator—and Why Your Lighting Project Depends on Them
Start: 2026-09-15T14:00:00-0500
End: 2026-09-15T15:00:00-0500

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Who Is the Integrator—and Why Your Lighting Project Depends on Them

Tuesday September 15, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Education Station @ ArchLIGHT Summit Show Floor

As lighting control systems become more sophisticated, the role of the controls integrator has become increasingly important—yet often misunderstood by design teams. This session explains what a lighting controls integrator actually does and why their involvement can be critical to project success. Attendees will learn how integrators bridge the gap between architectural intent, engineering documentation, and field execution, helping to coordinate complex systems, resolve issues during commissioning, and protect lighting quality. Through real-world examples, the presentation highlights common project challenges that arise when integrator roles are unclear or introduced too late, and how early collaboration can reduce risk, improve system performance, and support long-term operation. This session provides lighting designers, architects, and engineers with practical insight into when and how integrators can save time, preserve design intent, and deliver lighting control systems that perform as intended throughout the life of the building.

Speakers

Bill Ellis

President, Candela Controls, Inc.

As owner and President of Candela Controls, Inc. in Winter Garden, FL, Bill Ellis has gained experience and respect in the industry for his innovative thinking and problem-solving approach to the unusual project. Some of his most challenging projects include: the National Air and... Read More →

Chris Leffel

Architectural Regional Manager, South, ETC

Chris Leffel is the South Architectural Regional Sales Manager at ETC, where he leads strategic engagement and specification efforts across the Southern U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean from his home base in Orlando. He joined ETC in 2023, bringing deep industry experience and... Read More →

Tuesday September 15, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Education Station @ ArchLIGHT Summit Show Floor

Practical, Seminar

CEU Type AIA, IDCEC
Audience Architect, Engineer, Interior Designer, Lighting Designer
Level Beginner, Intermediate
Session Track Technical Fundamentals + Standards

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