Acuity Brands Virtual Trade Show

September 10, 2020

Covid-19 has brought on an unprecedented time in the electrical industry creating new challenges, but also creating new opportunities to connect with the customers. Acuity Brands will be hosting their first-ever virtual trade show on October 7- 8 from 9am-6pm EST.

At this event you will be able to:

– Attend live webinars, including courses for CEU credit
– Chat directly with their product managers and sales team
– Discover the newest products and technologies that Acuity Brands have to offer.

For more information, visit HERE.

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