Ideoli Group Appoints Matt Gates as Vice President of Business Development to Accelerate U.S. Growth
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New York, NY – September 1, 2025 – Ideoli Group, Inc., a leading provider of innovative lighting and electrical solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Gates as Vice President of Business Development. In this role, Matt will lead strategic sales efforts across the U.S. market, driving client acquisition, deepening vendor partnerships, and spearheading Ideoli’s continued expansion across multiple sectors.
Matt brings a wealth of experience in the lighting and electrical industry, with an impressive track record spanning multiple verticals including commercial real estate, hospitality, retail, and institutional development. Known for his client-first approach, operational insight, and ability to scale teams and services, Matt is poised to play a key role in Ideoli’s next phase of growth.
“Ideoli is positioned at a unique intersection of creativity, execution, and technology,” said Matt Gates, VP of Business Development at Ideoli Group. “What excites me most is the opportunity to scale a dynamic business model that already delivers results for some of the most demanding clients in the industry. From the strength of the team to the way Ideoli goes to market, I see tremendous potential to open new doors, develop strategic partnerships, and bring even more value to clients across the U.S.”
Matt will oversee national business development strategy, while remaining hands-on across the organization – collaborating with teams in sales, operations, and product development to ensure that Ideoli continues to exceed expectations from design through delivery.
“It’s not every day you get to partner with someone who truly understands all aspects of the lighting and electrical industry – from sales to operations to strategic execution,” said George Stroumboulis, CEO and Co-Founder of Ideoli Group. “Matt brings unmatched energy, insight, and a proven ability to grow relationships into long-term success. We’re lucky to have him on board.”
“What stood out most about Matt is his cultural fit – he shares our obsession with detail, integrity, and delivering the best lighting technology to our partners,” added Chris Hartswick, CTO and Co-Founder of Ideoli Group. “His technical understanding and ability to bridge client needs with high-performance solutions makes him an ideal addition to our leadership team.”
As Ideoli Group continues to grow its footprint across North America and Europe, Matt’s leadership will play a vital role in scaling the company’s client base, product offerings, and service delivery model.
About Ideoli Group
Ideoli Group is a global lighting solutions provider specializing in design, procurement, and bespoke lighting for commercial, hospitality, and retail environments. With offices and distribution centers in the United States, Greece, and China, Ideoli delivers innovative, high-quality products and turnkey lighting solutions to clients around the world.
For more information, visit www.ideoli.com or follow @ideoligroup on Instagram.
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