Lighting for Profits Episodes

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Tom Garber & Jackson LeBrecque - EmeryAllen Steps Up: Why They’re Fueling Light It Up Expo

Tom Garber & Jackson LeBrecque - EmeryAllen Steps Up: Why They’re Fueling Light It Up Expo

When companies believe in the mission, they don’t just show up - they step up. In this episode, we talk with EmeryAllen about why they went Platinum at Light It Up Expo and why they’re committed to h... ...more

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February 23, 202661 min read

Jeff Hesser - Lighting the Long Game

Jeff Hesser - Lighting the Long Game

With over 34 years in the landscape lighting industry, Jeff Hesser shares the lessons, systems, and mindset behind a career built to last. From installing irrigation and lighting for iconic clients li... ...more

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February 16, 202668 min read

Angela & JC Chanowsky - Built Together

Angela & JC Chanowsky - Built Together

JC and Angela Chanowsky don’t just run businesses together - they build systems and engines that scale them. From leading Patriot Illumination and Cape Fear Pro Wash to transforming how home service b... ...more

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February 10, 202679 min read

Zac Garside - The Growth Playbook

Zac Garside - The Growth Playbook

Zac is on a mission to achieve the impossible: build wealth while raising a young family. From 8 years climbing the ranks at Power Selling Pros to launching and merging his own email marketing agency,... ...more

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February 03, 202675 min read

Emily Gorecki - Architected Light

Emily Gorecki - Architected Light

Emily is an Architectural and Landscape Lighting Designer with over 20 years in the industry and 13 years running her own solo practice. Specializing in high-end residential and hospitality projects, ... ...more

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January 27, 202673 min read

Andrea Waltz - The Power of No

Andrea Waltz - The Power of No

What if rejection wasn’t a setback - but a strategy? In this episode, we sit down with Andrea Waltz, co-founder of Courage Crafters and co-author of the best-selling book Go for No!. With nearly 20 ye... ...more

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January 19, 202662 min read

Patrick Harders - Where Light Lives

Patrick Harders - Where Light Lives

Patrick Harders shares how 25+ years in the dirt shaped his award-winning approach to outdoor lighting. From designing over 10,000 landscape lighting systems to building products for installers, Patri... ...more

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January 12, 202674 min read

Swapnil Bora - Connecting the World

Swapnil Bora - Connecting the World

In this episode, we sit down with Swapnil, Founder & CEO of MeshTek Labs and BlueHopper Lighting, to talk about innovation, leadership, and the future of AI. With 40+ patents, 10+ international awards... ...more

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January 05, 202653 min read

Ashley Bissing - The Bright Advantage

Ashley Bissing - The Bright Advantage

In this episode, we sit down with Ashley Bissing, the powerhouse behind One Love Social, a boutique creative and paid ads agency dominating the lighting niche. Recognized as one of the strongest marke... ...more

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December 16, 202562 min read

Jon Eastty - Shoot With Purpose

Jon Eastty - Shoot With Purpose

From high-school beginnings to industry influence, Eastty’s journey in videography proves that great video starts with great service. In this episode, he shares how he built a wedding-focused business... ...more

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December 08, 202565 min read

Victor Hubbard - Driven to Win

Victor Hubbard - Driven to Win

Step inside the mindset of a builder, leader, and marketing powerhouse. In this episode, Victor Hubbard - Owner and Sales Manager of Performance Driven Marketing - shares how a small side gig evolved ... ...more

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December 01, 202570 min read

Tom Garber - Master of Illumination

Tom Garber - Master of Illumination

Step into the mind of a true lighting pioneer with over 35 years of innovation in product development across every channel of the lighting industry. As a long-time ALA member serving on key engineerin... ...more

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November 25, 202566 min read

Ryan Jaso - Light Boss Talks: Where AI Meets Outdoor Lighting

Ryan Jaso - Light Boss Talks: Where AI Meets Outdoor Lighting

Step into the mind of a true industry veteran - the Founder of Lighting BOSS, an AOLP Board Member, and an ILLI Graduate with nearly 20 years of experience. In this podcast, we’ll explore how artifici... ...more

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November 18, 202566 min read

Patrick Harders - Lighting the Legacy

Patrick Harders - Lighting the Legacy

Step into the world of Patrick Harders - a nationally recognized outdoor lighting designer, educator, and co-founder of Sterling Lighting. With over 25 years of experience and more than 10,000 lightin... ...more

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November 11, 202576 min read

Emily Elliott - Unscripted Growth

Emily Elliott - Unscripted Growth

From after-school improv classes to corporate team coaching - Emily Elliott turned play into purpose. Discover how the art of “Yes, And” transforms workplaces, builds confidence, and strengthens colla... ...more

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November 04, 202552 min read