OTHER EVENTS AND NEWS

A Celebration of Paul Marantz

January 29, 2026. Please join FMS as they honor Paul’s remarkable life, and reflect on his impact and contributions in architectural lighting.

IES Webinar: Lighting Events for Live Streams and Live Audiences

January 22, 2026. Learn how to establish the appropriate lighting environment in a room for attendees and to create effective content for a PR and marketing team to use in the future.

In Conversation with Daniel Joseph

IESNYC President Zachary Pearson initiates conversations with creators and innovators whose work intersects with light in meaningful ways.

IESNYC Members to Present at LEDucation 2026

April 9-15, 2026. IESNYC members will be sharing their expertise at the upcoming LEDucation Conference, virtually and in-person. As leaders and innovators in the lighting community, these members will present insights drawn from their professional experie

IES Member Town Hall

January 8, 2026. Connect with IES leadership for a fast, informative new year update. This 30-minute virtual Town Hall is your chance to hear what’s new, what’s changing, and what’s ahead for the Society in 2026.

Nuckolls Fund Request for Proposals

Proposal Deadline is January 6, 2026. The Nuckolls Fund request for proposals is open. Established in 1988, the Nuckolls Fund is an endowment fund in support of college-level programs that inspire students with an understanding of light in architecture.

Student-to-Professional Networking Event

April 15, 2026. IESNYC Illuminating Equity Committee is calling for industry professionals for resume/portfolio review or just casual networking on Wednesday, April 15 from 2-3pm at the Student Lighting Competition

NYCLIQ: Pride, Representation, and Connection

NYCLIQ hopes to become a visible and trusted presence within the NYC lighting community, a place where LGBTQ+ professionals can focus on growing both personally and professionally.