Milford, CT – 01/11/2023 – Connecticut-based lighting manufacturer, Q-Tran, Inc., is excited to announce Jamie Devenger’s promotion to Chief Innovation Officer. Jamie’s deep understanding of the market and expertise in lighting design and performance are crucial to continuing Q-Tran’s legacy of groundbreaking product innovations. Previously Q-Tran’s Regional Sales Manager for the Northeast market, Jamie has a remarkable background in lighting design. Her experience includes a master’s degree in Architectural Engineering from Penn State, a 9-year tenure as a lighting designer at Fisher Marantz Stone in New York, and heading up Marketing and Sales at Reggiani USA before joining Q-Tran as Regional Manager.
Jamie’s expertise and creativity have earned her industry-wide recognition, including being named one of the recipients of the 40 Under 40 Lighting Awards in 2021.
Jamie expressed her excitement about the new role, sharing, “I’m excited to join an already strong Product Development team. Mike Kelley (VP of Product Development) has done a phenomenal job leading the group. They have developed multiple award-winning LED and power products and have extensive technical knowledge. My contribution is understanding the customer’s point of view. From years of working as a lighting designer and then supporting them as a Regional, I understand the pain points they face and the dreams they have for future products. I’m going to leverage that to create integrated lighting solutions that invigorate the built environment.”
John Tremaine, Chairman and Founder of Q-Tran, expressed his appreciation about Jamie’s new role, stating, “Jamie’s extensive lighting experience and creative thinking make her the ideal person to lead our Product Development team. Her innovative mindset aligns perfectly with Q-Tran’s commitment to high standards and quality products.”
Gean Tremaine, CEO of Q-Tran, added, “Jamie’s appointment reflects Q-Tran’s dedication to innovation and excellence in the lighting industry. We believe her leadership will drive our commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions for our customers.”
Jamie Devenger’s appointment as Chief Innovation Officer marks a significant milestone in Q-Tran’s journey towards the forefront of lighting technology. Her unique blend of practical experience and visionary outlook is anticipated to herald a new era of innovation, propelling the company to new heights. As Q-Tran embraces this exciting chapter, it looks forward to setting new benchmarks in the industry under Jamie’s dynamic leadership. Her role will not only be pivotal in shaping the future of Q-Tran’s product lines but also in reinforcing the company’s position as a leader in the lighting sector.
Q-Tran has been a leading manufacturer and innovator in the lighting industry for over 30 years. Established with a simple goal; to provide a superior solution for powering low-voltage lighting, Q-Tran now provides a complete architectural LED lighting solution; the power and the light.
For more information about Q-Tran’s products, please visit www.q-tran.com.