Rick Houle

Rick Houle has a diverse background in sales and management within the lighting industry, currently serving in a sales role at Hossley Lighting & Power Solutions since August 2022. As the owner of R&C Industrial Park, LLC, Rick manages a substantial property portfolio, including 20,000 square feet of warehousing and manufacturing space. Previous roles include manager at Curtis H Stout Inc (March 2017 - August 2022), owner of Smart Light & Controls, LLC (September 2016 - September 2018), and president/managing partner at Sustainable Lighting & Controls (August 2013 - September 2016). Rick's experience also includes significant leadership roles at Philips Gardco as General Manager/V.P. Sales and National Sales Manager between 2002 and 2013, as well as a foundational sales role at Lithonia Lighting from 1988 to 1997. Rick's career has been characterized by a focus on strategic sales, market development, and operational management in the lighting sector.