Bill Plageman | Vice President of Marketing, Amerlux
Winning the 2025 Corporate Growth Award from ACG New Jersey is more than a milestone for Amerlux, it’s a tribute to the innovation that drives Amerlux and advances Delta Electronics’ vision for a smarter, greener world.
Presented annually, the Corporate Growth Awards honor middle-market companies headquartered in the Garden State that have demonstrated sustained growth, innovation and leadership. The winners exemplify what it means to grow with true purpose—consistently, responsibly and with lasting impact.
This year’s celebration brought together more than 160 top executives from across New Jersey’s business community. As part of the evening’s honoree panel, I had the opportunity to share how Amerlux has successfully executed growth and innovation, offering insights into the strategies, culture and values that power our progress.
We got involved with ACG because we recognized the value of aligning with other forward-thinking organizations across the state. As a Delta brand focused on energy efficiency and sustainability, it was a natural step to position Amerlux as a leader among New Jersey’s corporate innovators, those building a smarter, greener future, just like we are.
To be named among this year’s honorees is an incredible achievement and a reflection of our team’s dedication to making a difference in the spaces where people live, work, shop and connect.
Which, in our case, is everywhere we’re specified.
Growth Powered by Purpose
When people think of corporate growth, many immediately jump to revenue charts and profit margins. And yes, growth at Amerlux has been measurable in those key metrics. But what sets us apart, and what this award truly celebrates, is the how and why behind that growth.
We’ve expanded by listening to our customers, designing around their needs and never compromising on quality or sustainability. That commitment has led to the launch of several award-winning lighting solutions that enhance architectural design, simplify or automate use and drastically reduce energy use. Consider our work in supermarkets and high-end retail.
In these spaces, our lighting brings products to life. Fresh produce looks crisper, colors are more vibrant, textures are more inviting. Lighting guides the customer’s journey, highlights key displays and enhances the overall atmosphere, driving purchasing behavior. According to reports, 76% of consumers say the in-store experience influences their purchasing decisions. That means lighting is more than a luxury. It is a bottom-line imperative.
Amerlux is proud to be the quiet force driving that impact. It’s in our foundation and the legacy we continue to build every day. It’s why we win these kinds of awards.
From Local Success to Global Alignment
This honor is more meaningful because of how it reflects Delta’s values.
Delta is a global leader in power and thermal management, and Amerlux’s success in the U.S. market is part of a much larger ecosystem of impact.
Delta’s mission is to provide innovative, clean, energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow. Every lighting breakthrough at Amerlux, every LEED-qualified project we are specified for, every new energy-saving fixture we design and engineer— that’s us doing our part to deliver on that mission.
Our growth is Delta’s growth.
And our recognition here, at the premier business leadership event in New Jersey, helps fuel greater visibility for our shared purpose.
Lighting the Path with Innovation
Innovation has been at the heart of our growth story. Whether it’s redefining form with leading firms like Gensler or achieving the unexpected—smaller apertures with less glare—we’ve never been content with “good enough.”
This constant push forward has not only set us apart in the marketplace. It inspires our teams internally and helps us attract and retain top talent. Study after study shows that companies with a strong culture of innovation grow 3.6 times faster than their peers. We’ve seen this firsthand.
When we innovate, we do it holistically by aligning design, performance and environmental responsibility. Our clients, from Fortune 500 retailers to world-class institutions, know they’re not just buying lights. They’re investing in experiences that matter to their customers, their brand and the planet.
A Moment to Reflect
One last thing: Receiving the Corporate Growth Award is a chance to reflect on our journey and the people who power it. From engineering and design to operations and sales, our team is the pulse of Amerlux.
This award is for them. It validates the late nights, the marathon, momentum-building meetings, the relentless pursuit of better.
And it challenges us to aim even higher.
As we continue developing smarter, more sustainable lighting solutions, we’ll stay grounded in the values that brought us here: innovation, sustainability and impact. Our growth doesn’t just drive good business. It enlightens communities, strengthens ecosystems and advances Delta’s global mission.
Thank you, ACG NJ. This honor lights the way forward.