Panel Discussion

EMBRACE Lighting Controls

CEU TYPE: 1.0 LUs

The panelists will guide us through a clear and accessible overview of smart lighting system integration with building management platforms, highlighting how these technologies optimize energy efficiency and enhance occupant comfort.

We’ll explore how advanced controls and sensors contribute to sustainability goals and support certifications such as LEED and WELL, while also delivering strong returns on investment.

We’ll discuss trend applications in both residential and commercial environments, emphasizing human-centric lighting and intuitive interfaces that improve accessibility.

As technology continues to evolve, adaptive lighting is emerging as a cornerstone of sustainable design.

Learning Objectives

Learn to embrace lighting controls and feel comfortable with the terminology and technologies.
Develop an awareness of the lighting control trends in both residential and commercial and their strong return on investment.
Identify the sustainability goals adherent with LEED and WELL certifications.
Articulate to you customer the symbiotic relationship between lighting controls and energy and financial savings.

Speaker(s)

Moderator

C. Webster Marsh

Owner, , Penumbra Controls

With over 20 years of experience in lighting and controls, he specialises in design, specification, and education. A Certified Lighting Controls Practitioner, he contributes to the Lighting Controls Association and teaches at Southern California Edison. Co-host of the Lighting Controls Podcast, he’s recognised for advancing industry education.

Eric Teacher

Senior Lighting Specification Consultant, Director, OEM Component Division, STL Lighting Group (Toronto)

Eric Teacher began his lighting career in 1993 and has been Lighting Certified since 2012. Eric has worked for 6 luminaire manufacturers (4 of them based in Canada) and 3 lighting rep agencies, and currently works at STL Lighting Group (Toronto) and supports consultants in the GTA.

Alicia Davila Monterrey

Senior Associate / Associée Principal at , HLB Lighting & co-coordinator IALD Eastern Canada Chapter

Lighting designer with 20+ years of experience on landmark projects including Montréal City Hall, Toronto’s Union Station, and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. Professional member of IALD and IES, she co-chairs IALD Eastern Canada and speaks internationally on heritage lighting.

Will Norris

Co-founder, , VxV Solutions Inc.

As Co-founder of VxV Solutions Inc., Will Norris leads the delivery of innovative lighting control solutions for projects across the Greater Toronto Area. A Professional Electrical Engineer and Certified Casambi 4C Commissioning Partner, he has been instrumental in advancing the adoption of Casambi technology in Canada, bringing a modern, user-focused approach to smart lighting systems.

Will also lectures at Toronto Metropolitan University’s Chang School of Continuing Education, where he shares his expertise with the next generation of industry professionals. His passion lies in bridging technical excellence with practical application, ensuring that advanced lighting control solutions are both accessible and transformative.