Episode 477: #383 - Lightfair - There's Something For Everyone

Who owns Lightfair? What new things are coming along? How are exhibitors being vetted? What is the vision for Lightfair? What’s hot right now in the lighting design world? Christopher answers these queries and more in this episode. Get to Lightfair, May 4 - 8, 2025 in Las Vegas. https://lightfair.us.messefrankfurt.com/us/en.html. Christopher Knowlton is the CEO of the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD), leading strategic initiatives to support and grow the global architectural lighting design profession. With over 18 years of experience across the built environment industry, his career has spanned theatre, events, and architecture. Christopher holds a BA(Hons) in Lighting Design, an MSc in Light and Lighting and an MBA. His creative and entrepreneurial background, combined with expertise in business strategy and leadership, positions him to drive innovation and collaboration within the IALD, enhancing the profession’s global impact.