In addition to serving as an Operating Executive to CORE Industrial Partners, John Mabbott is also an active board member for CORE’s portfolio company, Kelvix. As an Active Board Member, John brings decades of lighting industry leadership and a track record of driving growth, innovation, and operational excellence. John served as Interim CEO of Kelvix from August 2024 to February 2025 and now continues to support the company’s strategic direction as a Board Member.
Before Kelvix, John was CEO of Juno Lighting, leading the company through expansion and innovation. He also served as CEO of Litecontrol, where he steered the business toward sustained success. His executive leadership experience includes key roles at Acuity Brands, Peerless Lighting, and Cooper Lighting, where he built high-performing teams and led major business transformations.
As a Kelvix Board Member, John provides invaluable insight into market strategy, product development, and operational efficiency, helping to position the company for long-term success.
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