Mission

Empower individuals through education and mentorship to grow
and sustain lighting businesses.

Vision

Thriving lighting businesses create a more durable Lighting
Industry and ensure quality lighting for all.

Values

EDUCATE, SUPPORT, MENTOR:
Share knowledge and advice for the business of light

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Empower

​Provide individuals access through
shared knowledge and community

Grow and Lead

A rising tide
​floats all boats

Elevate

The robustness of the Lighting Industry is dependent on the sound business foundation of the companies comprising it.

Global Vision

Championing diverse perspectives and models leads
​to an inclusive community

Services​

​Workshops
Get one-on-one or group training based on your ​needs.

Webinars
Learn the fundamentals to positively impact your business.

Insights
​Find answers in our resource Library of proven consultants, webinars, and books.

Networking
​Join the conversation! Engage, educate, and elevate your business acumen.

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"The lighting design profession is stronger and has more leverage when designers are equipped with a business mindset."

Stephen Lees to Designing Lighting

"Elevating business knowledge by introducing a wide range of professional consultants skilled in the many aspects of business is an essential part of the tool kit necessary to inspire future leaders to achieve successful and satisfying careers."

Barbara Horton to LEDs Magazine

The Team

A New Organization that Caters to the Lighting Design Industry

BOL has been launched in honor of long-time lighting design icons Barbara Horton and Stephen Lees. 
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As well as designing award-winning lighting projects Barbara and Stephen spent much of their time throughout their lighting careers focusing on the business of design and mentoring next-generation leaders. ​

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