About Us
Established in 1987, Maring DeVries Associates formed with an idea that the lighting manufacturer’s rep in Chicago could be a trusted source of expertise, reliable service, and fresh ideas.
Diverse offering of residential and decorative lighting solutions
We believe that good light makes for a good life.
Our Story
From this idea grew a business that has been serving the retail lighting showrooms and electrical distributors of Northern Illinois with quality lighting brands for over 30 years.
As the lighting industry has changed over time, so too has the manufacturers rep’s business evolved. Re-branded as MDA Lites in 2016, we’ve grown to expand our partnerships, distribution channels, and geographic territories while honoring our core values of superior lighting knowledge, personalized service, and reliability. As the lighting industry continues to rapidly transition into a new age of smart controls, human-centric lighting, & technologies yet to be discovered, we are dedicated to serving the lighting needs of our partners and their clients.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple; to serve our partners, clients, and their designs to assure that they receive the best lighting solution for their space.
Who we ARE
Meet the Team
Ron DeVries
Principal Manufacturer's Rep
Residential lighting environments
Steven Borowy
Principal Manufacturer's Rep
Residential + commercial lighting environments
Michelle Collins
Customer Service | Inside Sales
Jackie Manno
Customer Service | Inside Sales