Ed Blair is the President and Vice-Chairman of the Board at Lutron Electronics, where he leads global operations and drives business growth. An alumnus of Lehigh University with a background in engineering, he was instrumental in the 2018 acquisition of Ketra and is a prolific inventor with a focus on product innovation.
Outside of work, Ed is passionate about youth development through athletics. He has dedicated over 14 years to coaching various youth sports, including flag football, basketball, baseball, and softball, to help young people grow through competition and teamwork.
He is an accomplished inventor who holds more than 95 U. S. patents for design, utility, and system development.
Ed Blair
President and Vice-Chairman of the Board at Lutron Electronics
Coopersburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Product Innovation
A prolific inventor with over 95 patents, he has led the development of key Lutron products including intelligent lighting systems and motorized shades.
Business Growth
As President, he is responsible for global sales and profits, leading Lutron to record growth and overseeing major acquisitions and expansions.
Human-Centric Lighting
He orchestrated the 2018 acquisition of Ketra, a leader in human-centric and natural lighting systems, making it a strategic pillar for Lutron.
Media Appearances
Ed Blair '96 named co-president of Lutron Electronics. Featured in Lehigh University Engineering
Lutron Electronics President Edward J. Blair Promoted to Vice Chairman of the Board. Featured in Lutron (Press Release)
Ed Blair – Vicepresidente de Lutron Electronics. Featured in YouTube
Work History
7-2025
President and Vice-Chairman of the Board at Lutron Electronics
8-2021 - 7-2025
President at Lutron Electronics
7-2019 - 8-2021
Co-President at Lutron Electronics
Education
1997 - 2002
MBA from Lehigh University
1992 - 1996
BSME from Lehigh University
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Location : Coopersburg, Pennsylvania, United States
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Designation : President and Vice-Chairman of the Board at Lutron Electronics
