Economist from Renowned Firm to Give Keynote Address at ALA Conference
During the 2023 ALA Conference, Sept. 10-12, in Lake Tahoe, Calif., economist Kyle Stevens of ITR Economics will give a keynote presentation on how members can prepare for 2024 and beyond.

Renowned Workplace Strategist to Present at ALA Conference
During the 2023 ALA Conference in Lake Tahoe, Calif., Sept. 10-12, author and workplace strategist Jeff Butler will present two seminars focused on successful hiring and retention of high-quality, dedicated employees.

Reasons to go to the ALA Conference
Every ALA member who attends has their own reasons.

ALA Conference Keynote Speaker to Share Business Success Strategies
ALA recently announced renowned speaker, author, and comedian Steve Rizzo will provide a keynote address during the 2023 ALA Conference in Lake Tahoe, Calif.

2027 ALA Conference
Boston Park Plaza
Boston, Massachusetts
September 12 - 14, 2027

2026 ALA Conference
Location TBD
September 27 - 29, 2026

2022 Conference Speaker Handouts
View the speaker handouts available from 2022 ALA Conference presentations.

2025 ALA Conference
Louisville Marriott Downtown
Louisville, KY
September 7 – 9, 2025

ALA Announces 2023 Conference Location
During the 2022 ALA Conference in Austin, Texas, 2023 ALA Conference Chair Kris Quackenbush, CLMR, president of The Carlson Group, announced the annual event will be held in Lake Tahoe, Calif., Sept. 10-12.

Clark Linstone Inducted into ALA Lighting Hall of Fame
The ALA Awards and Recognition Committee announced Clark Linstone, COO of Lamps Plus, as the 2022 inductee into the Lighting Hall of Fame.

Internationally Recognized Success Strategist to Speak at ALA Conference
The 2022 ALA Conference in Austin, Texas, Sept. 11-13, at the Austin Marriott Downtown will feature expert speakers highlighting a range of topics related to lighting, business, and personal growth. Internationally recognized keynote speaker and success strategist for high-performing leaders and teams, Betsy Allen-Manning, founder of Motiv8u Enterprises, will present a breakout session and speak during the Women in Lighting event on Monday, Sept. 12.

ALA Conference Speaker to Highlight Effective Priority Management, Leadership Tools
The 2022 ALA Conference, set to take place at the new Austin Marriott Downtown hotel Sept. 11-13 in Austin, Texas, will feature a lineup of impressive speakers covering topics vital to succeeding in today’s business climate.

ALA Conference Keynote Speaker to Offer Insight into Real Estate Industry
During the 2022 ALA Conference in Austin, Texas, Real Estate Consultant John Burns will share his firm’s views on the shifts in the housing market, digging into the details of what is happening across the country.

ALA Conference Returns in Live Music Capital of the World®
For the first time since 2019, the ALA Conference is set to return as the lighting industry’s premier event focused on networking and education. Industry members from across the U.S. and Canada will gather Sept. 11-13, in Austin, Texas, at the brand-new Austin Marriott Downtown.

Registration Open for 2022 ALA Conference in Austin
This month, registration opened for the 2022 ALA Conference in Austin, Texas, Sept. 11-13.

2024 ALA Conference
The Breakers
Palm Beach, Fla.
September 22 – 24, 2024

2023 ALA Conference
Lake Tahoe, Calif.
September 10 – 12, 2023
Register Now!

2022 ALA Conference
Marriott Downtown
Austin, TX
September 11 - 13, 2022

ALA to Host Virtual Symposium with Leading Industry Experts
As people across the world adjust their lives to face new challenges, opportunity awaits in the lighting and home furnishings industries

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