Guided by a commitment to building a sustainable and equitable future, Lightware’s ESG strategy focuses on advancing high-quality ,development and manufacturing, fostering innovation, promoting gender equality, reducing environmental impact, and maintaining the highest standards of ethical governance.
As part of its ESG efforts, Lightware proudly participated in "Girls in STEM Day" on April 10, a nationwide initiative in Hungary designed to encourage young girls to explore careers in engineering, science, and technology. Recognizing the ongoing underrepresentation of women in technical fields, Lightware is committed to inspiring future generations to pursue STEM careers and believes that diverse perspectives are essential for building stronger communities and industries.
As part of Girls in STEM Day, Lightware’s Budapest headquarters opened its doors to girls aged 14 to 18. Participants took part in a full-day program designed to provide real-world insights into various career paths within Lightware. The day began with a welcoming meet-and-greet session, followed by an engaging introduction to supply chain management and production planning, including hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and collaboration. The morning continued with an interactive engineering workshop, where participants worked side-by-side with Lightware’s engineers on creative challenges. In the afternoon, the focus shifted to the dynamic worlds of sales and marketing, offering a broader view of the diverse career opportunities available within the technology sector. The program concluded with a fun and challenging quiz session, reinforcing the day's learnings through teamwork and problem-solving.
The success of the day was made possible by the collaboration of six different departments and the dedication of more than 20 Lightware colleagues, whose enthusiasm and expertise created a truly memorable experience for the participants.
Events like Girls in STEM Day reflect Lightware’s ongoing commitment to empowering the next generation, promoting diversity in technology, and driving forward its broader ESG vision. The company remains committed to building a more inclusive, innovative, and sustainable future for the AV industry.
A graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology, Doug has been in the Technology industry since 1976 and actively oversees Fearing’s daily operations. Along with his wife, Lois, and three others, Doug started Fearing’s in a 600 square-foot facility in Portage, Wisconsin. In the 25 years since, the company has grown to over 30 employees with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug likes to say he’s a “TV Technician with a dream� going back to his history with the family’s original business-Fearing’s TV and Appliance.
Doug values time with family, watersports, hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. In addition to being a devoted member of his church, Doug serves as Board President for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County, Board member of Schools for Haiti and Scripture Chair of the Gideons-Portage camp.
A graduate of MATC, Lois oversees Fearing’s daily book keeping along with various HR responsibilities.
Along with Doug, Lois is deeply connected to community outreach, serving as a Board member and Fundraising Committee Chairperson for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County. She also serves on the Schools for Haiti Fundraising committee. In addition, Lois’ ongoing passion and commitment to provide care for the elderly comes from her 10-year history of working in a Reedsburg, Wisconsin Nursing home.
Lois enjoys singing, hiking, sunny days on the pontoon, and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.
Ehren drives Fearing’s technology by continually seeking out trends to enhance capabilities while supporting Sales, Engineering and Installation teams. Throughout his years with Fearing’s, Ehren’s talent and vision have joined forces to create a wide variety of projects and strategic solutions that exceed expectation.
Ehren loves music, family time, movies, nature, sustainability efforts and electric vehicles.
With 10 years with Fearing’s and over twice that long in the industry, Ben continues to lead, coordinate, and develop the Commercial AV team.
By consistently delivering an outstanding experience and outcome, Ben contributes to the Fearing’s legacy of long-lasting partnerships that truly make a difference. Whatever the Commercial AV need may be, Ben and team deliver at the highest level.
Ben is an avid fisherman and photographer. He enjoys coaching his sons and other youth.
Chris has been with Fearing’s for 20 years and in the industry for over 2 decades. As a Certified leader in Sales Acceleration and trained in EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Systems), Chris successfully utilizes his skills to lead the Fearing’s Salesforce. Chris and team are motivated and driven to develop new client partnerships while continuing to reinforce loyal long-term relationships with ongoing Service excellence.
Married for 19 years with 3 children, Chris enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, camping and golf. He’s also been actively involved as a Youth Football and Softball coach for his family and others.
