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About Us

Welcome to the Houston Section Website of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES). 

The IES seeks to improve the lighted environment by bringing together those with lighting knowledge and by translating that knowledge into actions that benefit the public. The Illuminating Engineering Society is the recognized technical authority on illumination. For over 100 years its objective has been to communicate the information on all aspects of good lighting practice to its members, to the wider lighting community, and to consumers, through a variety of programs, publications, and services.

We are a non-profit technical society whose purpose is to advance lighting knowledge and disseminate information for the improvement of the lighted environment to the benefit of society. The Houston Section is comprised of engineers, lighting designers, manufacturers, architects, contractors, distributors, and many others with a passion for lighting.

Join us for a meeting! You do not have to be an IES member or even in the lighting industry to attend a program. Anyone that has an interest in the topic is welcome to attend.
IES Mission Statement
The IES seeks to improve the lighted environment by bringing together those with lighting knowledge and by translating that knowledge into actions that benefit the public.


IES Vision Statement
The IES will build upon a century of excellence to create the premier lighting community dedicated to promoting the art and science of quality lighting to its members, allied professional organizations, and the public.

Section Officers 2020-2021

PRESIDENT: Jared Gunlock​, G2LD 
  • Programming Chair​
VICE PRESIDENT: David Nesmith
SECRETARY: Jaren Fort, US LED
TREASURER: Mark Beebe, Wylie Consulting Engineers
  • Membership Chair

Board of Managers 2020-2021

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT, EDUCATION CHAIR: Carrie Cavins, ETC
COMMUNICATION AND WEBSITE CHAIR: Christopher Wells, RDH Engineering
BOARD MEMBER: Roscoe Graham, LEDVANCE
BOARD MEMBER: Steve Ying, EZ Deal Properties LLC
GOLF TOURNAMENT CHAIR: Tim Goodman
DISTRICT EDUCATION CHAIR: Tom Herbert, Bell & McCoy

Past Presidents

Carrie Cavins (2017-2019)
Mark Beebe (2015-2017)
Melanie Dubendorff (2013-2015)
John Baker (2012-2013)
Tim Goodman (2011-2012)
Stan Rathjen (2010-2011)
​Aaron McDonald (2009-2010)
Linda Cummings (1999-2000)
Dan Sterling (1997-1999)
Kimberly Billon (1996-1997)
Steve Ying (1995-1996)
Mark R. French (1994-1995)
Thank you to our sponsors for your continued support: Altman Lighting, ETC, LAI, Ligman Lighting, Lutron and PSA
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Become a Sponsor
  • Upcoming Events
    • Online and Virtual Education and Resources
    • Section Level Events
    • Society Level Events
    • Partner Events
  • Past Event Archive
  • Become a Member
  • Section News
    • NASA Mini-Conf Speaker Bios
    • Section Photos
    • IES Position Statements
  • Contact Us