EverLast® Lighting’s Kristine Gough Received a National Recognition from
tED Magazine in Chicago Earlier this Month
JACKSON, MICHIGAN – July 23rd, 2014 – tED
magazine, the official publication of the National Association of Electrical
Distributors (NAED) released its 2014
“30 Under 35” list of rising stars from across the electrical industry earlier
this month. Representing today’s top
emerging leaders, the list recognizes 30 talented young professionals who have
the initiative, drive, integrity and creativity to move the industry forward in
the decades to come. Kristine Gough,
International Purchasing Manager of EverLast Lighting, Inc., was amongst those
named to the elite list of prominent industry stars. “It truly is an esteemed honor to be
nominated and awarded as a ‘30 under 35’ winner through tED Magazine. It is a notable recognition to be identified
alongside the remarkably successful and brilliant professionals making up the
class of 2014, as well as previous classes,” stated Kristine Gough,
International Purchasing Manager at
EverLast® Lighting, Inc.
The competition, open to electrical professionals 34 years old or
younger (*at the time of nomination), drew nominations from mentors, managers
and other industry leaders working in electrical distribution, manufacturing,
and related technology and service organizations. The tED editorial team
blindly judged each submission, placing emphasis on such traits as dedication,
innovation, leadership and people skills, commitment to training, personal
integrity and work-life balance. “Kristine
innovates and implements from the puzzles of what become EverLast® business
practices through the use of sound planning, and creative thinking to allow the
organization to take shape, “ commented Kyle Leighton, PR Director at EverLast
Lighting. “Her position requires an
immense amount of innovative thinking and addresses practices from a ‘we’
perspective.”
In addition to tED recognizing the 30 honorees during the
special ceremony at the 2014 NAED Leadership Enhancement and Development (LEAD)
Conference that took place last week in Chicago; tED recognized the honorees in
its July print and online issues as well.
“Sitting in the ballroom with industry colleagues and learning my peers’
resumes and grasping I was part of that group was an unforgettable
experience. The introduction speech was
excellent and spot on; it encouraged me to dream bigger, set higher goals, and
remain passionate about every task at hand both on a professional and personal
level.” Gough explained.
In 2013, Kristine was named to Jackson Magazine’s class
of 30 Under 30, a Michigan based publication, as a result of her commitment to
professionalism, and exemplary leadership skill set. Kristine was also named as EverLast Lighting,
Inc. 2013 Employee of the Year.
“Bright, up-and-coming talent is the key to our
industry’s future,” said Misty Byers, editor of tED magazine. “This is the
third year for our ‘30 Under 35’ program, and the response just keeps growing.
We had a record number of entries this year; it’s exciting to see so many
valued young people in the electrical channel today. Through their accomplishments,
the individuals on this list demonstrate they have the skills and knowledge to
lead.”
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About
EverLast® Lighting: EverLast® Lighting, Inc. is a
sister company of Full Spectrum Solutions, Inc. and has quickly grown into the
leading manufacturer of energy-efficient lighting solutions for roadway,
parking structure, facility and area lighting applications. For additional
product information, visit www.everlastlight.com,
call 888-383-7578 or send an email to info@everlastlight.com.
For press inquiries, contact
Kyle Leighton at 517-783-3800 ext.231 or email at kyle@everlastlight.com.
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