Targetti USA Celebrates 100 Years: Insights from CEO Marie Paris at LEDucation 2025
At LEDucation 2025, Randy Reid, Editor of the Edison Report, sat down with Marie Paris, CEO of Targetti USA, to discuss the company’s growth, its role in the lighting industry, and the products they’re showcasing at the event.
A Milestone Year for Targetti
Targetti, founded in 1926, is preparing for a significant milestone—its 100th anniversary next year. Marie Paris shared her excitement about the achievement, noting that the company, based in Florence, Indiana, is growing rapidly in the U.S. “Next year will mark our 100th year, and we’re very excited about that milestone,” she said. “We’re also celebrating 10 years of operations in the U.S. under Targetti USA.”
As the company continues to expand, Targetti USA is focusing on localizing manufacturing to better serve the North American market. “We want to stabilize the supply chain as much as possible, given the volatility in global supply chains,” Paris explained. “Our goal is to provide better service to our clients here in North America.”
The Success of LEDucation
Targetti USA’s presence at LEDucation 2025 has been a success so far. Marie praised the show as the best in the U.S. for the lighting industry. “We also participate in global shows in Europe, but I think LEDucation is the top event in the U.S.,” she remarked. “The attendance has been great, and we’ve seen people from all over the world.”
Featured Product: CATIRPEL
At the show, Targetti is showcasing their CATIRPEL product, a modular landscape lighting system developed in collaboration with the New York-based L’ Observatoire Design Firm. Paris described CATIRPEL as flexible and unique in the market, adding, “We’re really excited about this product. It’s been getting a lot of positive feedback since we first presented it at Light + Building, and the response has continued to be strong.” The modularity of the system makes it stand out, offering flexibility that appeals to designers and clients alike.
Upcoming Launch in Paris
Looking ahead, Targetti USA will also be launching the CATIRPEL product in Paris in June, as part of the company’s celebration of Targetti France’s 50th anniversary. The launch event will bring together clients from around the world, and Targetti USA’s team will be attending. Marie extended an invitation for others to join, saying, “You’re welcome to join us for the event in Paris. It’s going to be a great celebration.”
Lighting Designers: The Core of Targetti’s Business
When asked about the importance of lighting designers, Marie emphasized their central role in Targetti’s operations. “Lighting designers are our business,” she explained. “They are our key clients, and everything we do is geared toward serving them. While we also work with architects, landscape architects, and interior designers, lighting designers are at the heart of our business.”
Marie’s acknowledgment of the growing importance of lighting designers in the industry reflects a larger trend, as the role of lighting professionals continues to gain recognition. Targetti’s commitment to supporting the lighting design community is evident in their product offerings and collaborations.
As Targetti USA celebrates a century of innovation, their continued focus on quality products, strong relationships with lighting designers, and growth in North America position them as leaders in the lighting industry for the next 100 years.
In Conclusion
Targetti USA’s future looks bright, with its 100-year anniversary on the horizon and an exciting lineup of products. Marie Paris and her team are committed to bringing innovative solutions to the lighting community, and their presence at LEDucation 2025 is just the beginning.