Team

Ryan comes to LSW Lighting with decades worth of experience at the manufacturing and contractor levels in the electrical field. Ryan has taken the "S" in "LSW" as his own and we couldn't be happier.

Supplementing his work experience, is several Philips Lighting Certifications, including courses in: Lighting Theory, Ballasts and other advanced lighting technology courses.

Ryan was also the first person in Canada to achieve the Philips Lighting LED certification.

Ryan came to find his passion in lighting, as a teenager, when he read a pamphlet about lighting technologies.

This led to his discovery that lighting can be used to positively influence the everyday lives of people. And since that moment, he has strived to achieve that ideal for his customers.

Jeff Nicholson. Local Style Icon. Car Guy. Sun Worshipper.

-Apprentice Millionaire. Champion. Crooner?

Cars! If you ever need to get Jeff’s attention, start talking about the glorious beasts of the road. The man is well on his way to filling an entire warehouse of collectible cars.

Now that you know a little bit about Jeff’s passion, you should know that he has worked a considerable amount of time in the electrical industry (almost 3 decades!), and he has volunteered his time to be a community leader – as a city champion football coach.

Michael Gonzalez – Lets play a game. We will give you a list of characteristics that we know to be true about Michael, and you can guess on whether he was a Boy Scout. Michael is known to be passionate, helpful, fun, outgoing, happy, trustworthy, smart, curious, cheerful, kind, a critical thinker, a planner, and a motivator. Next time you see him, ask him about the Boy Scout Motto – chances are he will be prepared with a statement.

Faithful, Inquisitive, Righteous, Defender of All.
Friend of Aslan.

Have you ever met someone who gives the impression that they have been on this Earth more than a few times? Courtney is such a person. Her presence is a calm one, but you get the sense that under the peaceful exterior she is brewing up some good magic. If you have watched her product videos, you will understand. We suspect that she walked out of a storybook into the offices of LSW.

Meet Norm, our soon-to-be lighting guru with over 40 years of experience. He started in a warehouse but quickly lit up roles like order desk, sales, and regional management. Now, he’s dazzling Alberta with LSW Lighting.

Norm isn’t just a maestro in the lighting world; he's also a wizard at charming customers. When he's not illuminating spaces, he's jamming on his guitar in a band, cruising on his motorcycle, snapping photos, or lifting weights—basically, he's a human Swiss Army knife. His passions? Music, specific drinks (no generic ones for him), and family. In his wildest dreams, he's either behind a camera for National Geographic or rocking out on stage. Known for his loyalty, integrity, and occasional bouts of daydreaming, Norm is truly one of a kind.

Colin Wright - Colin Wright is a founding member and is the “W” in LSW.

Previous experience comes from being the Principal of Focus Lighting Agencies.
You can often find him working behind the scenes on stage productions and as a member of the crew for various live bands. *There is a story in there somewhere*.

Colin loves working with people on the design team to get the lighting to work out just right. It is a moment of pride when the outcome of the design matches the concept perfectly.

He takes on a mentor role with the up and comers in the lighting industry, to help them stay current with technology and environmental factors.

Colin appears to be a bit of a renaissance man when it comes to his time outside of work.
He loves the theatre, music, and traveling. He also finds time to give back to his community by volunteering for several charities and organizations around town.

Turning Edmonton into a world leader in lighting is Colin’s dream and he has the best words to live by: "Be Involved".

Tom is always expanding on his education and training to provide the very best for his customers.
Recently he has been working on interpreting photometry and using lighting software.
He has been factory trained by most of our key lighting manufacturers and isn’t stopping there. He hopes to compliment his lighting education by completing the various IES courses that are available.

If you need someone who can crunch numbers, toss balls, and smoke meats (not cigarettes), meet Steven Dumais, our Distributor and Contractor sales rep at LSW Calgary.
Steven is a wizard with math and a fanatic of sports, especially baseball and F1 racing. He also loves to cook everything on his smoker, from briskets to cookies, so don't be surprised if he shows up at your door with a plate of smoked goodies.

Steven has been in the lighting industry for a long time, and he knows how to play well with others and make friends. He is loyal, hilarious, and hard working, and he will always go the extra mile for his customers and coworkers. He is also a proud father of two kids and a loving husband to his wife of almost 20 years. Family is super important to him, and he considers LSW Lighting as part of his extended family too.

Dawn's family is growing! She will be back with us shortly.

POW! Here I am!

A past life Egyptian prince.

Yehia is a man to watch out for. Talk about a boy on fire. Yehia is hungry, and not just for his father’s delicious cooking. He is someone we should expect great things from in Calgary. Self described as strong, loyal, powerful, generous, kind, passionate and imaginative. He has all the qualities of a conquering hero. Perhaps Yehia, you could use some of these qualities to help the marine life of Canada. The lighting industry is known for their love of turtles, and is working on helping them survive. Is there marine life in Calgary?

Meet Xavier , also known as the “Bull’s Eye” of the office. When he is not busy hitting the target at work, you can find him indulging in his love for Indian spicy food and making friends left, right, and center. With a personality as friendly as his, it’s no wonder he is known for diffusing tense situations with ease. But don’t be fooled by his jolly demeanor, he also is a fierce competitor, having won the "MVP" (Most Valuable Player) Award from Signify a few times. So, if you’re ever in need of a laugh, a friend, or a spicy food recommendation, you know who to turn to.

Mike was one of the original Advantage Lighting team members before they joined forces with Focus Lighting Agencies to become LSW Lighting in Nov of 2012. Being part of the Project Co-ordinator team, Mike is involved in all aspects of project completion.

In Mike’s spare time he can be found cleaning up at a poker game, or making plans for lighting Downtown Edmonton to resemble the Las Vegas Strip

Songwriter, Family Man, Golden Retriever?
Globe-trotter, Guitar God Apprentice, Family Man.
When talking to Chris, you soon realize that his family means everything. He and his wife have 5 kids. FIVE! When not at work, Chris can be found spending time with them, and jamming on his guitar – chasing the audacious goal of being a shred artist. When asked what words describe him, Chris chose the following adjectives – loyal, dependable, and creative. Bet you $10 that you will find a tennis ball in his desk. He is definitely part Golden Retriever. Noodle On Chris!

"A blank page of canvas". Her favourite!

Cayley has been with LSW Lighting since it was formed in November of 2012. As a Quotations/CSR team member she uses her 25+ years of customer service experience daily.
Cayley has a remarkable talent for keeping herself and the customer calm and happy. This might have something to do with her love of life and laughter. Her “joie de vivre” is indeed infectious.
In her spare time, Cayley can be found outdoors playing golf, slo-pitch, camping, or playing with her incredible dog Jackson! (Although we are not sure why, Dean often refers to him as Half Ton)

T – Environmentalist, Animal Caretaker, Future Jeopardy Champion
Support Human, Passionate, Bilingual

Passion about her job and other causes (such as animal welfare and environmental issues) are what drives T. She approaches the human and canine species’ with kindness, compassion, and thoughtfulness. Respect for our customers and manufacturers is what makes T excellent at her job. Just ask her, she will tell you!

We are waiting to write something clever here. 😂

Randene has been with LSW Lighting Lighting since November of 2012. As the Office Administrator, she gets to use her natural sleuthing abilities to reconcile accounting discrepancies.

Outside of the office she spends time with her dog and stays centered by doing yoga. Not one to idle away her day, Randene follows the Dionysian attitude “Just Do It” (made famous by a certain sportswear company).

Introducing the new interim LSW Director of Greeting (D.O.G), "Buffy". Known affectionately by many nicknames such as The Buff, Bucky, and Bartholomew Buckus, Buffy is a delightful blend of affection, goofiness, calculation, and a touch of mischief.

Buffy may seem slow-moving, but don't let that fool you. She's a young savant, especially when it comes to culinary pursuits. Her motto "high risk, high reward" perfectly encapsulates her approach to life, particularly in her quest for food. She's known to steal a snack or two, but she'll win you over with her charm and steal your heart just as quickly.

When she's not engaging in her foodie adventures, Buffy enjoys a variety of activities. She loves her early morning escapes from her crate, reminiscent of a prison break, and is always up for a walk. She relishes in bubble baths, playing with squeaky toys, and spending time with her sister and LSW Lighting Colleague Ripley. Hide and seek is a favorite game, and she's a diligent collector of the cheese tax. Above all, Buffy loves being the center of attention, and she's not shy about showing her happiness with a big smile that can light up any room.

Please join us in welcoming Buffy to the team. Her presence is sure to bring joy and a unique energy to LSW Lighting!