RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA. — FSC Lighting, a leading commercial, and industrial lighting manufacturer, is pleased to announce two new additions to our FSC team. Jim Hunter has been appointed to the position of Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Ariel Devore as Marketing Manager.
“I am thrilled to have Jim join our FSC family. Jim and I have previously worked together in extensive capacities and I am confident in his abilities to expand our Sales and Marketing efforts. Jim offers unique insight, strategies, and vision for our continued growth within the industry,” said Vincent Alonzi, President and CEO of FSC Lighting.
Jim comes to FSC Lighting from Apogee Lighting where he made significant contributions as a C-suite leader. Prior to that, Jim held several high-level positions within Philips, MaxLite, and Samsung Electronics. Jim’s 20 plus years of navigating through the electrical lighting industry have equipped him for his new role with FSC, making him an outstanding addition to the company.
“I am excited to be a part of this team, expanding on the success that FSC has experienced in recent years. I look forward to building a team of Regional Sales Managers that work effectively with our strong rep network. With the addition of Ariel, we will be better positioned to realize our sales and marketing goals.” said Jim Hunter, SVP Sales and Marketing.
“It’s an exciting time for FSC Lighting and I’m delighted to join this team. My former experiences have prepared me to be a vital member of FSC’s growing Marketing Department. I look forward to strengthening and enhancing FSC’s marketing objectives,” said Ariel Devore, FSC Marketing Manager.
Jim and Ariel’s appointments come under Vincent Alonzi, as our new President and CEO. These additions highlight our commitment to developing FSC’s Sales and Marketing strategies, as well as bringing about significant sales growth.
About FSC Lighting
FSC Lighting (“FSC”), (www.fsclighting.com), founded in 1969 and headquartered in Rancho Cucamonga, manufactures customized, energy-efficient lighting solutions for industrial, commercial, and retail clients across the country. Products can be quickly customized for lighting retrofit projects as well as new construction. FSC’s continued success stems from its mission – “go beyond efficiency” at every level. For clients, this means providing comprehensive product support, fast and cost-efficient customization, advanced controls, and innovative, application-specific lighting solutions. For employees and the community at large, going beyond efficiency means building a supportive, stable and empowering work environment- like the company’s “Made With Care” program, which integrates developmentally-disabled adults into the workforce.
About Onward Capital
Onward Capital is a Chicago-based private equity firm focused on investing in and growing lower middle-market industrial businesses. The Onward Partners have completed over 120 private equity transactions and invested $1 billion dollars of capital in the sector. Onward targets manufacturing and value-added distribution companies, typically with revenues between $15 million and $100 million. For more information on Onward Capital, please visit www.onwardcapllc.com