Petaluma, Calif. (September 2024)—Luxxbox, a leading global designer of innovative lighting solutions, is thrilled to announce the return of Ben Cantu as VP of Business Development (Luxxbox/Panzeri) and Western Regional Sales Manager.
Cantu rejoins Luxxbox to spearhead Western US growth at an opportune time. The company recently launched several new acoustic lighting pendants – Kurtain, Stalik, Sierra, and Illi Bon – and merged with renowned Italian lighting brand Panzeri.
Cantu brings over 30 years of experience in the high-end lighting industry to Luxxbox. His passion for lighting, coupled with his ability to build authentic connections and his proven sales record, make him a valuable asset to the team.
“I’m thrilled to be back at Luxxbox, a company that has always been at the forefront of innovative lighting design,” said Ben Cantu. “I’m excited to contribute to the continued growth of Luxxbox and Panzeri, collaborating with both brands’ innovative and high-quality lighting solutions in the North American market.”
Jason Bird, Founder and Creative Director of Luxxbox, expressed his enthusiasm for Cantu’s return: “We’re so excited to welcome Ben back into the Luxxbox family. He’s a seasoned industry veteran with a proven track record of success. His deep understanding of the lighting market, combined with his ability to build
strong relationships, will be invaluable as we continue to expand our business and introduce new and exciting products.”
Cantu will be responsible for driving Luxxbox’s sales efforts in the Western United States, leveraging his expertise to build strong relationships with commercial lighting agencies, local architects, engineers, lighting designers, interior designers, and lighting showrooms. His focus will be applying his in-depth
knowledge of the architectural lighting industry to work with Luxxbox’s extensive network of agents on innovative and creative projects. Additionally, he will be assisting with introducing Panzeri’s exquisite high-end designer lighting to new territories in the North American market.
About Luxxbox
Luxxbox, a renowned global designer of innovative lighting, offers a wide range of lighting products, including pendants, linear fixtures, and baffles. Luxxbox’s designer lighting solutions have been instrumental in helping architects and designers create well-lit, acoustically optimized spaces. The company’s versatile fixtures are widely used in hospitality, retail, education, office, and high-end residential settings worldwide. To better serve its U.S. clientele, Luxxbox has expanded its production facilities in California. For more information about Luxxbox’s innovative products and expert insights on designing spaces with optimal acoustics, visit www.luxxbox.com.