Laura Van Zeyl to Join Dallas Market Center as Vice President, Lighting

Dallas Market Center, home to the largest residential lighting marketplace in North America, today announced that industry veteran Laura Van Zeyl will join the company as Vice President of Lighting Technology Development and Marketing, effective July 30.

Van Zeyl will be responsible for leasing, marketing, and overall strategy for the lighting marketplace of manufacturer showrooms located in the Trade Mart building as well as the twice annual Lightovation: Dallas International Lighting Show. The position reports to Eva Walsh, Executive Vice President, Leasing and Marketing.

“Laura brings to this position a unique combination of relationships, ideas and experience to support a dynamic marketplace with tremendous momentum,” Cindy Morris, President and CEO of Dallas Market Center, said. “As we continue to innovate and to build new opportunities we are fortunate to have her as part of the team. Creating year-round business opportunities and showcasing new technologies will help advance our mission of maximizing buying and selling by the world’s best manufacturers, sales representatives and retailers.”

“This new role continues my commitment to the lighting industry, which has been the cornerstone of my entire career,” Laura Van Zeyl said. “A vibrant marketplace is critical to the success of the industry, and I look forward to spearheading the ongoing advancement of Lightovation and Dallas Market Center as new opportunities continue to take shape.”