Training & Events

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Upcoming Events

About Our Trainings

The LLLC Initiative offers a range of training opportunities tailored to meet needs at any level. From specifiers and installers to building owners and sales teams, our trainings are built to support different experience levels, learning styles, and schedules.  Whether you're looking to strengthen your expertise or explore new opportunities, our trainings offer the support you need to succeed with LLLCs. 

Interested in learning more or understanding what training is right for you? Contact our team for more information on training offerings. 

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Workshop Series

The LLLC Initiative offers hands-on workshops across Minnesota to accelerate the adoption of luminaire-level lighting controls. These training courses are designed to equip lighting professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively position LLLCs as a high-value solution for customers.  

What to expect at our trainings:   

  • Live demo boards and interactive product experiences
  • Tips from experts on installation and programming  strategies
  • Guidance on rebates and incentive opportunities 

Upcoming workshops

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Coming Soon: NXT Level Training

Minnesota’s Efficient Technology Accelerator (ETA) is bringing the nationally recognized NXT Level Lighting Training to Minnesota. Designed for commercial lighting professionals, this online program builds the skills and confidence needed to specify, sell, and install quality lighting projects, including LLLCs.  

This is a first-of-its-kind opportunity in Minnesota to access industry-leading training that supports real-world success. Whether you are an installer, contractor, or lighting designer, NXT Level will help you stay competitive in the market. NXT Level Training helps individuals and companies stay ahead of the curve and distinguish themselves in the commercial lighting industry. 

Stay tuned—training launches soon!  

Upcoming Training & Events

Lighting Control Workshop

May 20, 2025
90 Plato Blvd. West Saint Paul, Minnesota 55107

This hands-on, in-person workshop is built to give you real experience with luminaire-level lighting controls (LLLCs) leaving you with practical learning you can put to work.

Attendees will get familiar with multiple systems, practice app-based setup, and walk away with best practices for layering lighting control strategies.

We’ll cover current lighting control trends and show you how to position LLLCs as better, higher value options for your customers.

Join us for a single, half-day workshop from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM with free continental breakfast and giveaways for attendees!

Thank you to our event host partner, Ramsey County Workforce Solutions. 
 

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Lighting Control Workshop

May 22, 2025
2185 Wheelock Drive NE, Rochester, MN 55906

This hands-on, in-person workshop is built to give you real experience with luminaire-level lighting controls (LLLCs) leaving you with practical learning you can put to work.

Attendees will get familiar with multiple systems, practice app-based setup, and walk away with best practices for layering lighting control strategies.

We’ll cover current lighting control trends and show you how to position LLLCs as better, higher value options for your customers.

Join us for a single, half-day workshop from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM with free continental breakfast and giveaways for attendees!

Thank you to our event partner hosts, City of Rochester and Destination Medical Center. 
 

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Lighting Control Workshop

Jun 10, 2025
30 W Superior St, Duluth, MN 55802

This hands-on, in-person workshop is built to give you real experience with luminaire-level lighting controls (LLLCs) leaving you with practical learning you can put to work.

Attendees will get familiar with multiple systems, practice app-based setup, and walk away with best practices for layering lighting control strategies.

We’ll cover current lighting control trends and show you how to position LLLCs as better, higher value options for your customers.

Join us for a single, half-day workshop from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM with free continental breakfast and giveaways for attendees!

Thank you to our event partner host, Minnesota Power. 
 

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Lighting Control Workshop

Jun 11, 2025
818 Dunwoody Boulevard, Minneapolis, MN 55403

This hands-on, in-person workshop is built to give you real experience with luminaire-level lighting controls (LLLCs) leaving you with practical learning you can put to work.

Attendees will get familiar with multiple systems, practice app-based setup, and walk away with best practices for layering lighting control strategies.

We’ll cover current lighting control trends and show you how to position LLLCs as better, higher value options for your customers.

Join us for a single, half-day workshop from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM with free continental breakfast and giveaways for attendees!

Thank you to our partner host, Dunwoody College of Technology. 
 

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Partner With Us

We're looking for industry associations, manufacturer representatives, distributors, and lighting designers to collaborate on hosting training and learning sessions. We are looking to create opportunities to increase awareness and remove perceived barriers on LLLCs in Minnesota.  . 

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