Keystone’s Evan Smith Appointed to DLC Industry Advisory Committee
Company Exec Adds Role in Shaping the Future of High-Performance Lighting
(LANSDALE, PA) – Keystone Technologies is proud to announce that Evan Smith, Vice President of Products & Sourcing, has been appointed to the DesignLights Consortium (DLC) Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) for 2026—a prestigious group of industry leaders responsible for guiding the performance, quality, and efficiency standards that influence the entire North American lighting market.
The DLC Industry Advisory Committee includes approximately a dozen recognized experts from leading manufacturers, distributors, and energy-efficiency organizations. Its work directly affects utility rebate frameworks, product qualification pathways, energy-saving targets, and emerging technology categories—helping determine not only how lighting products are developed, but what solutions can be deployed by contractors, ESCOs, and distributors for years to come.
A Strategic Leader for Keystone’s Product Future
A 13-year veteran of Keystone, Smith—the first member of the company to serve on the committee—has played a pivotal role in shaping Keystone’s long-term product direction.
Under his leadership, the firm has strengthened its reputation for high-quality, high-efficiency lighting solutions that balance innovation with real-world customer needs.
He oversees Keystone’s market intelligence, global sourcing, and entire product development roadmap, guiding evaluations of LED components, drivers, controls platforms, optical systems, and emerging technologies that elevate performance across Keystone’s portfolio.
In the last few years alone, Keystone has been honored with numerous product of the year awards, an LFI Product of the Year Award and Innovation Award, and several BrightStar awards—testament to Smith’s initiative and innovative thinking, which highlight Keystone’s Core Values of Challenge Convention and Do Right.
Smith’s ability to translate market trends into actionable product strategy has been instrumental in delivering solutions that align with efficiency standards, including those
governed by the DLC.
Representing Manufacturer Insight Where It Matters Most
“The DLC plays a critical role in the lighting market,” noted Smith.
“Its standards influence product innovation, utility program design, and ultimately the lighting options available to end users. Having manufacturers at the table ensures those guidelines reflect real engineering challenges, market realities, and opportunities to push the industry forward responsibly. I’m honored to represent Keystone and contribute to shaping the next generation of lighting performance.”
A Meaningful Appointment for Keystone and the Industry
“Evan’s deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and commitment to doing right by our customers make him an exceptional representative for Keystone,” said CEO Ira Greenberg. “His voice on the DLC Committee will not only elevate Keystone’s role in the industry but will also help guide standards that impact utility rebates, energy savings, and product development across North America.”
Smith added, “It’s an exciting time for the DLC and for the industry as a whole. I’m looking forward to collaborating with other leaders to help ensure the standards we set continue to drive innovation, quality, and meaningful energy savings.”
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About Keystone Technologies:
For more than 80 years, Keystone Technologies has been a leader in creating quality-driven lighting solutions for the industry’s top lighting fixture manufacturers and wholesale distributors. We’ve grown from a small maker of ballasts to offering a full catalog of lighting products from 14 fulfillment centers across the United States. Our portfolio includes a comprehensive line of LED lamps, bulbs, and tubes; indoor and outdoor LED fixtures and retrofit kits; emergency LED solutions; and controls, ballasts, and power supplies. Through it all, we have been dedicated to the mission that lighting should be simple, hassle-free, and enjoyable: Light Made Easy. For more information, visit www.keystonetech.com.