Director of Lighting Controls for Acuity Brands Lighting Canada. Forty years in industrial, commercial and entertainment controls. Early in his career, Richard worked in research and development of power electronics systems and owned/operated a design and manufacturing small business in Mississauga Ontario. Prior to focusing on controls for Acuity Brands Canada, Richard was responsible for the Lighting sales team. Richard also worked at Philips Lighting Canada for three years and Strand Lighting Canada for twelve years prior to joining Acuity Brands.