As people across the world adjust their lives to face new challenges, opportunity awaits in the lighting and home furnishings industries

These resources are available to ALA members, compliments of past ALA conference speakers who are recognized for their leadership and professional expertise.

Rick Wiedemer of Hinkley Lighting was posthumously inducted into the 2019 Lighting Hall of Fame during the ALA Annual Conference in Phoenix, Ariz., on the evening of Sept. 17.

The 2019 Pillar of the Industry award winners were honored during the ALA Annual Conference in Phoenix, Ariz., the afternoon of Monday, Sept. 16.

The 2019 ALA Conference program was released this April, with full details on all seminars and networking activities scheduled for Sept. 15 - 17 in Phoenix.

ALA recently announced The Retail Doctor, Bob Phibbs, as keynote speaker for the ALA Annual Conference in Phoenix, Ariz., Sept. 15 - 17, 2019. Phibbs is well-known across various industries for helping brick-and-mortar retailers beat online competition through exceptional customer experiences.

Hiring and retaining dedicated and skilled employees, particularly in the retail industry, can be difficult. Finding someone who will work hard, fit in with company culture, and stick around for the long run is no easy task.

When asked why they attend ALA Conference, members consistently name networking opportunities as one of the top reasons

The 2018 ALA Conference is right around the corner in the beautiful mountains of Asheville, N.C. , Sept. 24 - 26.

This September, the lighting industry will head to Asheville, N.C., for the 2018 ALA Annual Conference. The theme of the event is to reinvent, reawaken and revitalize.

The Young Executives Event during the ALA Conference in Asheville, N.C., this September will take the group on a unique trip through the city.

ALA showroom members are invited to take advantage of two opportunities exclusively reserved for this group during the ALA Annual Conference, Sept. 24 – 26 in Asheville, N.C.

View the schedule of events for the 2018 ALA Annual Conference here.

ALA will host the third Larry Sayah Innovation Forum during the 2018 Conference in Asheville, N.C. The forum, sponsored by the ALA Charitable Endowment Fund, celebrates the innovative ideas lighting professionals are utilizing in their businesses to advance the industry and increase the sale of lighting products. 

Tony Davidson of Kichler Lighting is the 2018 Lighting Hall of Fame honoree. Davidson will be formally inducted during the ALA Annual Conference in Asheville, N.C., Sept. 24-26.

Important reminders and information regarding the 2018 ALA Annual Conference, Sept. 24-26 in Asheville, N.C.

In response to a high volume of requests from ALA members, the association announced the return of the pre-conference CLC class.

Nominations for the 2018 Pillar of the Industry Awards are now being accepted. 

The exhibits during ALA Conference provide the opportunity for manufacturers to meet directly and connect with members in a relaxed setting.