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Lighting the Way to Safer, Smarter Manufacturing – LinkedIn Live Event – June 18, 2025

May 27, 2025 - Cooper Lighting - Lighting the Way to Safer, Smarter Manufacturing - LinkedIn Live Event - June 28, 2025 - Industrial

May 27, 2025

Industrial Grade Solutions that Cut Costs, Boost Safey Days & Future-Proof Your Facility

June is Safety Month, a time to promote safe industrial practices and improve workplace environments. Join Cooper Lighting Solutions for an insightful fireside panel featuring Cooper Lighting’s top thought leaders: Daniel Mendicina, EVP of Operations; Dwight Jones, Director of Operations; and Bob Chapin, Manufacturing and Warehouse Solution Expert. These champions have driven Cooper Lighting’s impressive 5,450-day streak of safe operations. They’ll share their insights alongside Paul Nelson, VP of Real Estate at Tenneco, who will discuss his experiences and the transformative impact of industrial-grade lighting solutions on safety and efficiency. 

What’s in It for You: 

  • Expert Perspectives: Gain insights from industry leaders who are at the forefront of innovation and safety. 
  • Safety Improvements: Understand how proper lighting can significantly enhance industrial workplace safety and compliance. 
  • Practical Applications: Take away actionable strategies that can be immediately applied to your projects. 
  • Cost-Saving Strategies: Discover how to implement lighting solutions that dramatically reduce operational costs and boost efficiency. 
  • Future-Proofing Your Facility: Learn how to adapt your lighting strategy to meet evolving industry standards and technologies. 

Meet The Panel

Paul Nelson, VP of Real Estate, Tenneco 

VP of Real Estate at Tenneco, a leading global supplier of automotive components and systems. Tenneco is a Fortune 500 company with over 78,000 employees worldwide, providing innovative solutions for a wide range of industries. Paul’s expertise in managing large-scale projects and optimizing facility operations adds significant value to the discussion. His insights into the real estate aspects of industrial facilities are essential for understanding the broader impact of lighting solutions. 

Daniel Mendicina, EVP of Operations, Cooper Lighting Solutions 

Daniel is dedicated to ensuring all employees go home safely every day. He utilizes the Lean Phased Approach to drive 6S, quarterly campaigns, safety standards, and daily safety audits/walks. Daniel has overseen major changes during many CLS reconstruction facility projects, with lighting and controls being a significant part of the decision-making process. Under his leadership, CLS Manufacturing has achieved the best safety scores in both recordables and prevention over the past two years. 

Dwight Jones, Director of Operations, Cooper Lighting Solutions

Dwight has worked closely with Daniel to focus on manufacturing sites and is now turning attention to distribution centers. Together, they have celebrated 5,500 safety days globally across all CLS facilities. 

Bob Chapin, Warehouse & Manufacturing Consultant, Cooper Lighting Solutions  

Bob brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in implementing effective lighting solutions that enhance operational efficiency and safety. 

Lighting the Way to Safer, Smarter Manufacturing - LinkedIn Live Event - June 28, 2025 - Industrial

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