Helen K. Diemer, FIALD, LEED AP, President of The Lighting Practice, will be participating in three sessions at LIGHTFAIR, the world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference.  She will be discussing the future of lighting, sharing tips on hiring a great team, and noting ways to find your work/life balance.  Helen will present alongside other thought leaders in the architectural lighting industry during these compelling seminars on May 10 and 11.

LIGHTFAIR International

9 – 11 May 2017 | Philadelphia, PA

Wednesday, May 10, 2017 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Session L17SM04: Strategies and Lessons Learned for Hiring Great Team Members
Hiring great employees is crucial to the success of a business. Sara Lappano, Principal with SmithGroupJJR, and Helen Diemer, President of The Lighting Practice, tap into their personal experience to provide creative strategies for locating strong candidates, tips for conducting an insightful interview, and advice on how to “land” a great hire.
Speakers: Sara Lappano of SmithGroupJJR and Helen Diemer of The Lighting Practice

Wednesday, May 10, 2017 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Session L17S15: Women in Lighting and Design
This mixed-gender round-table will explore ways in which women and men can work together to create an equal partnership in the workplace. This session will address communication, ways to mitigate or prevent inequality, and strategies to create an effective work/life balance.
Speakers: Elizabeth Donoff of Architectural Lighting / Hanley Wood, Allison Schieffelin Walker of The Lighting Quotient, Caroline Battey of The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company, Lance Bennett of Eaton’s Lighting Business, and Helen Diemer of The Lighting Practice

Thursday, May 11, 2017 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Session L17SP11: The Work/Life Balancing Act: Expectations & Communication Across Generations
This panel will discuss issues faced and strategies used by lighting designers who want both a fulfilling life and career. The panelists – two females and one male – are at varying stages of life, career, and industry experience. Together they will provide diverse viewpoints on achieving a work/life balance.
Speakers: Matthew Alleman of SmithGroupJJR, Alison Fiedler of Stantec, and Helen Diemer of The Lighting Practice

Registration is still open for LIGHTFAIR International in Philadelphia, PA. Visit their website for more information: http://www.lightfair.com/V40