FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 30, 2026. New York, NY — LEDucation 2027 is now accepting speaker proposals for its expanded educational program. The conference will feature virtual sessions on Thursday, April 8, and Friday, April 9, 2027, followed by in-person presentations during the three-day LEDucation event, April 13–15, 2027 at the New York Hilton Midtown, New York City.
“With LEDucation 2027 expanding to three days, attendees will have more opportunities than ever to gain industry knowledge, connect, and earn continuing education credits,” said Presentations Co-Chair Craig Fox, ETC, Inc. “The additional day allows us to deliver an even broader range of educational content and perspectives.”
Presentations Co-Chair Shaun Fillion, NYSID | RAB, added, “With an expanded program, we are especially eager to welcome fresh voices, innovative ideas, and practical insights. We encourage lighting professionals, designers, architects, engineers, and industry partners to submit proposals that will inspire meaningful conversations and provide valuable takeaways for our attendees.”
LEDucation welcomes proposals from both first-time and returning presenters. Sessions should address timely issues and emerging trends within the lighting industry through educational, non-commercial presentations. Topics may include emerging technologies, best practices, innovative design strategies, and real-world case studies.
LEDucation is seeking presentations on the following topics:
- Sustainability and material transparency
- Codes and compliance issues
- Lighting for health and wellbeing
- Lighting design tools, communication, metrics, and methodologies
- The business of lighting in different market sectors
- Emerging LED, OLED, and controls technologies
- Case studies of lighting design applications.
- Lighting design and specification topics.
Prospective presenters are encouraged to review presentations from previous conferences to better understand the scope, format, and caliber of educational content featured at LEDucation. Explore Conference archives here: leducation.org/conference-archives
To preserve the educational integrity of the conference, proposals from marketing firms, third-party lead generation organizations, life coaches, business coaches, motivational speakers, or keynote speakers will not be considered.
By presenting at LEDucation 2027, speakers will help shape meaningful conversations and contribute to one of the lighting industry’s most respected educational programs.
Deadline for submissions is September 15, 2026
For Additional Details, visit leducation.org/call-for-speakers
About LEDucation
Organized by the Designers Lighting Forum of New York, LEDucation is the ultimate marketplace and educational platform for solid state lighting innovations, giving industry professionals a chance to experience new technologies as well as continue their education through a wide range of accredited seminars. LEDucation is a nonprofit event, and proceeds stimulate DLFNY lighting advancements by supporting a variety of grants, scholarships, awards, and lighting programs. Visit leducation.org for more information.
About the Designers Lighting Forum of New York
The Designers Lighting Forum of New York (DLFNY) is dedicated to exploring and showcasing the transformative power of lighting in design. Founded in 1934, DLFNY is a not-for-profit organization led by a volunteer Board of Managers. The DLFNY connects designers, architects, manufacturers and their representatives, contractors, educators, and students, offering opportunities to engage with the art and innovation of lighting in New York City and beyond. DLFNY also strengthens the industry through impactful educational initiatives, including award programs, grants, scholarships, and events. Visit dlfny.com for more information.