Rey-Barreau Inducted into Lighting Hall of Fame

During the 2017 ALA Annual Conference in Vancouver, B.C., Joe Rey-Barreau, AIA, IES, will be inducted into the Lighting Hall of Fame.

Rey-Barreau is an architect and lighting designer with more than 30 years of experience. He began working with ALA as an education consultant and instructor in 1995. Since then, he has developed hundreds of lighting education courses and online webinars for both the lighting industry and allied professionals, such as architects, engineers and interior designers.

“Joe has been instrumental in the developing the core training for ALA,” said Nici Juneau, ALA director of education. “He has been involved in almost every aspect of training ALA has offered over the past 20-plus years. His lively spirit and knowledge make him a wonderful inspiration to the industry.”

Rey-Barreau has served as the instructor for ALA’s four-day Residential Lighting Training Course, typically hosted outside of Chicago. Through his instruction, he has helped many members earn their Lighting Specialist designations. Rey-Barreau has also served as the editor of the Residential Lighting Training Manual, which is one of the most comprehensive training documents available to the industry.

“Every turn of the way, Joe has been a vital resource for the industry,” said Eric Jacobson, ALA president and CEO. “He has always been there to help members increase their lighting knowledge and sales abilities, and we are excited to recognize him as our newest Hall of Fame recipient.”

In addition to his work with ALA, Rey-Barreau is the founder and education director of LED University, which offers online seminars focused on current and developing LED design trends and technology updates. Rey-Barreau is also an associate professor with tenure in the College of Design at the University of Kentucky, where he has received numerous teaching awards.

Rey-Barreau’s dedication to educating lighting professionals and ALA members has had a profound impact on both the industry and the association.