I met Ray in 2005 when I acquired Precision as founder CEO of the Varon Lighting Group. Ray was the President / CEO of Precision at the time. Together we built a large energy efficient retrofit lighting company that had experienced 25% CAGR. We were able to sell the group in 2008 to a large public lighting company. Ray is without doubt the most intelligent person I have ever met. He is hard working, very focused and committed to his goals. Ray has honor and integrity and is revered by those who work for him. There is no doubt in my mind that whatever Ray decides to do, he will be a unequivocal success.

C. Joseph Incrocci, CEO / Founder, Varon Lighting Group

If you're thinking about working with Ray, or trying to convince him to work for you; this is all you need to know. You can trust Ray, you'll enjoy working with him and if you put him in charge of something, he'll create success. Every time.

Michael Schaffer, Principal, Echo Factory

I would recommend Ray for the most challenging positions with confidence of him achieving the desired goals. I consider him a highly talented businessman and a good friend.

Dick Sterrett, Principal, Sterrett Consulting

If you ask Ray to describe himself in two words, he'd likely reply "Stubborn Polack." I'll have to take him at his word on his nationality, but I can substantiate the first half of that remark.
 
All those Lighting credentials shouldn't overshadow his PhD in Street Smarts. He is super practical, extremely intelligent and knows what it takes to deliver results. He not only knows the energy efficiency business, he knows how to apply the principles, deliver them and measure the results. If Ray has bought into a goal, special project, budget or mission, he will deliver on it.
 
Ray knows the value of friendships, relationships and teamwork, which clearly shows in his Leadership style. He brings out the best in people, instilling self-confidence in those around him. I have known Ray for twenty years, as a co-worker, customer and friend. I have always appreciated his honesty, integrity and loyalty to his friends, co-workers and customers. He is a stand up guy. I hope to maintain our friendship for years to come.

Mark Bryan, Vice President - Regional Manager, Amtech Lighting Services

Ray has a knack for having the right perspective. His ideas and approach are always fresh and innovative as Ray constantly strives for excellence in every endeavor.

Jim Frank, President, NALMCO (International Association of Lighting Management Companies)

Ray is an exceptional individual. He combines great sales savvy with a tremendous operational capability. He is also a superb positive morale generator with an entrepreneurial spirit that is exceeded by few. I would recommend Ray any day of the week for a role that require his unique combination of talents which are very difficult to find.

Dick Lopes, VP Customer Support, Hubbell Lighting, Inc.

While I was Chairman of Varon Lighting, Ray ran a division of our company and sat on our BOD. He was very effective in manageing exceptionally skilled tallent, the budget, cash flow and worked with our customers very effectively to achieve impressive growth profiles for our business. He exceeded industry comperables and was in every way a very ideal and effective leader. I would welcome the opportunity to work with him again. He has my utmost respect.

Richard C. Ernest, CEO of Crown Metal Mfg. Co.