Greg Barrett

Greg Barrett is an industry veteran with over 20 years of experience in lighting and control systems, grounded in both design and technology. He holds an MFA in Architectural Lighting Design from Parsons School of Design and a BFA in Theatrical Lighting Design from Wright State University.

Currently serving as Director of Commercial Lighting Systems at WAC Group, Greg has played a key role in shaping product strategy, education, and marketing across leading lighting and controls companies including Savant, USAI Lighting, and Ketra. His work has helped drive innovation while bridging the gap between complex technologies and design-driven application.

Forever a student of light, Greg has shared his knowledge with audiences around the world, speaking at LightFair, IALD Enlighten Americas, CEDIA, Lightapalooza, KBIS, High Point XDesign, TecHome Builder Summits, and more. Earlier in his career, he worked as a freelance lighting designer and theatrical electrician with clients such as Disney, BET, and The Public Theatre; experience that continues to inform his holistic approach to lighting’s impact on perception, emotion, and human health. Greg also serves on the Board of Directors of the IALD Education Trust, supporting its mission to advance lighting education globally.