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The Designers Lighting Forum of New York (DLFNY) is pleased to announce one of the lighting industry’s most popular events, LEDucation 2018, is open for registration.  Marking its 12^th year, LEDucation will be held March 13-14 in New York City at the NY Hilton Midtown.

LEDucation has consistently grown over the years in size and importance, and is unparalleled in its ability to bring together professionals from a broad spectrum of industries to learn about the latest innovations and trends in LED lighting. LEDucation 2018 promises to be another record-breaking year – the show floor will feature over 250 exhibitors showcasing new technologies to an estimated 6,000 lighting and design professionals. More than 20 seminar sessions will give attendees an exclusive opportunity to learn from the industry’s most acclaimed experts and earn AIA/CEU credits. Dynamic presentations will cover all aspects of solid-state lighting, from technical issues to design topics, and be geared toward all audience levels including students.

According to LEDucation Co-chairs Burt Grant and Caroline Rinker, “Our goal for LEDucation 2018 is to reach into all areas of the lighting community, bringing architects, interior designers, lighting designers, and engineers the absolute latest in LED and lighting control technologies. The field continues to evolve at an amazing pace, and the need for ‘LEDucation’ remains just as relevant today as it was 12 years ago.”

LEDucation 2018 will take place from Tuesday- March 13, 2018, 10:00 a.m - 7:00 p.m and Wednesday March 14, 2018 -9:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.  The seminar sessions schedule will be announced at a later date. 

Advance registration is open at http://www.leducation.org. 

General Attendance (Pre-registration required)

Exhibit Hall Access $25.00

Includes access to the Light it Up Reception on Tuesday, March 13.

Exhibit Hall + All Session Pass $50.00

Includes unlimited access to the Expo Hall and all seminars throughout the event, as well as the Light it Up Reception on Tuesday, March 13. The seminar schedule will be announced in the coming weeks, and registrants will have the opportunity to select individual seminar sessions at a later date.

DLF and IESNYC Association Members

Are invited to register for a free Exhibit Hall Pass, available only with pre-registration.

Students

Are encouraged to register for Exhibit Hall access as complimentary guests available only with pre-registration. A Student ID will be required at the door.

To learn more about LEDucation 2018, please visit LEDucation.org  

About LEDucation

LEDucation is the largest LED-only tradeshow and educational forum in the US. Organized by the Designers Lighting Forum of New York, LEDucation is the ultimate marketplace 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 AIA/CEU accredited seminars. LEDucation is a non-profit event, and its proceeds help stimulate future LED advancements by supporting a variety of grants, scholarships and lighting programs. http://leducation.org/index.html

About the Designers Lighting Forum of New York

The Designers Lighting Forum of New York is committed to exploring and presenting the power of lighting in design. Founded in 1934, the Designers Lighting Forum is a not-for-profit organization, led by a volunteer Board of Managers and sustained by member dues and the generous support of corporate sponsors. They enthusiastically provide designers, architects, manufacturers and their representatives, contractors, educators, and students the opportunity to meet and experience the wonder of lighting in New York City and beyond. The DLFNY also supports formal lighting education through contributions to local universities and design schools, as well as national funds. http://dlfny.com/