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Cleveland, OH – 4/1/19 – Solus Lighting LTD is thrilled to announce the company’s Lead Designer and Owner has been selected as a 2019 Woman of Inspiration. This award recognizes women who have made a significant impact in the business of sports and events and who continue to serve as a positive role model and resource for the advancement of women in the industry.
“WISE Cleveland could not be more excited to recognize Maureen as one of our WISE Women of Inspiration honorees this year,” states Lauren Harris, President of WISE Cleveland. Harris continued, “Through the development and on-going growth of Solus Lighting, to her leadership within the community, and her continued to support for WISE Cleveland, she is without a doubt beyond worthy of this award. Congratulations Maureen!”
Currently, Patterson serves as Immediate Past President on the Board of Directors for the International Live Events Association Cleveland Chapter and serves on the Executive Committee for the ILEA Ohio WOW Awards. She is a member of Women In Sports & Events where she has participated as a mentor in their WISE Within program since 2013. In 2016, Patterson was recognized internationally as an Enterprising Woman of the Year Champion, and in 2017 was named the first honorary member of the National Association of Women Business Owners. A founding member of the Irish Network Cleveland, Patterson is also an active member of Plexus (LGBT & Ally Community Chamber of Commerce), the Kamm’s Corners Development Corporation, and the Ohio River Valley Women’s Business Council.
Patterson’s top priority is the continued development of Solus Lighting LTD. The company doubled the number of employees in 2018, which positioned the organization for significant growth while maintaining the high standards set forth since inception.
“I am truly both flattered and humbled to receive this recognition,” Patterson said, adding “I have been extremely fortunate to have so many opportunities that have helped motivate, advance, and inspire others in the industry.” Patterson will be honored at an awards ceremony on May 7, 2019 at the Music Box Supper Club. For additional information and to purchase tickets, please visit: https://cleveland.wiseworks.org/women_of_inspiration
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About WISE Cleveland
Founded in 2003, WISE Cleveland carries out the WISE mission of empowering women in the businesses of sports and events with the tools to reach their career goals by facilitating meaningful connections among local industry professionals and offering programming, events and valuable networking opportunities in the area throughout the year. In conjunction with WISE National we work to deliver organization wide initiatives such as the WISE Within mentor program and Speed Mentoring Roundtables, WISE Power Play Panel, WISE Women of Inspiration and more. To learn more about WISE Cleveland, please visit https://cleveland.wiseworks.org/
About Solus Lighting LTD
Solus Lighting LTD is the only international award winning company located in Cleveland, OH dedicated exclusively to lighting and production management. Specializing in lighting design and technical services for high end social, corporate, and non-profit events, the professionals at Solus Lighting LTD create spectacular atmospheres both clients and guests will not soon forget. Solus Lighting LTD is a certified WBE and WOSB business that also provides expert consultation and project management for lighting equipment specification, lighting systems, and installations. To learn more about Solus Lighting LTD, please visit www.SolusLightingLTD.com
