Kristen Mallardi

Kristen E Mallardi, LC, MIES is Specification Sales Manager[LE1]  for DLS Group since November 2023. In her role in lighting specification sales, Kristen leverages her technical expertise of lighting products, codes, and standards to deliver the promise of comfort, style, and productivity in the lit environment. Prior to her tenure at DLS Group, Kristen held the positions Senior Specification Sales Manager at Acuity Brands, Business Development Manager at EYE Lighting and Regional Sales Manager at Venture Lighting. 

Kristen earned her LC from NCQLP in 2012, and is currently serving on the Board of Directors for NCQLP.  Kristen is also dedicated to sustaining the mission and vision of the Illuminating Engineering Society and has been an active member and contributor for over 16 years. She currently serves as a member of the joint IES/NALMCO Maintenance Committee since 2012; and has been appointed Chair to the IES Rules Governance Committee (2022). She has served as President of the IES Cleveland section from 2013-2017; served as IES District 8 Chair 2017-2022; and Member of the IES Distinguished Service Award committee[LE2]  from 2017-2021, and as Chair in 2020. 

Kristen earned her BA from Ohio University