Al Near serves as Chief Commercial Officer at Solais Lighting, where he leads the company’s commercial sales organization and helps drive strategic growth initiatives across North America.

With more than 30 years of experience in the lighting and controls industry, Al has built a reputation as a respected leader in sales, channel development, business strategy, and organizational growth. Throughout his career, he has held executive leadership positions with Hossley Lighting & Power Solutions, Hubbell Lighting, USAI Lighting, Sharp Electronics, The Lighting Quotient, and Acuity Brands.

 His deep understanding of the architectural lighting market, combined with his long-standing industry relationships, continues to play an important role in Solais’ commercial expansion and market presence. Known for his collaborative leadership style and strong industry insight, Al is passionate about helping organizations grow through innovation, partnership, and a commitment to long-term customer success.