Jesse Lilley Appointed Managing Director of SGM Lighting

New Leadership Unites Danish Innovation with Golden Sea’s Engineering Excellence

SGM Lighting is proud to announce the appointment of Jesse Lilley as Managing Director, overseeing the company’s operations from its headquarters in Aarhus, Denmark.

In his new role, Jesse will lead all aspects of SGM’s business and manufacturing operations - ensuring operational excellence, and strategic alignment with the company’s long-term vision. He will play a pivotal role in bringing together SGM’s renowned Danish innovation with the advanced engineering and production capabilities of its parent company, Golden Sea, driving growth and strengthening SGM’s position in the global lighting market.

Following its acquisition by Golden Sea, SGM continues to build on its strong creative and technological heritage while strengthening its position across both the architectural and entertainment lighting markets.

Jesse brings more than two decades of international experience in the professional lighting industry, combining deep commercial and operational expertise with a strong understanding of design and innovation. His career includes senior leadership roles at Lumenpulse and across the LMPG Group, where he played a key role in shaping the Lumenpulse brand and supporting the global growth of several companies within the group.

Recognized for his ability to connect strategy, brand, and execution, Jesse has worked extensively across continents and cultures, leading teams that bridge the worlds of technology, design, and innovation. His appointment reflects SGM’s ongoing commitment to innovation and its strategic expansion within both the architectural and entertainment lighting markets.

“The lighting industry is undergoing real transformation – and that’s where opportunity lies,” said Jesse Lilley. “SGM’s Danish roots give us a foundation of creativity and design integrity, while the vast engineering capabilities at Golden Sea in China provide the scale and precision to innovate faster. Our mission is to continuing bringing these strengths together to create lighting that inspires, empowers, and elevates designers everywhere.”

“We are delighted to welcome Jesse to the SGM team,” said Chris Agius Ferrante, VP of Golden Sea. “His international experience, proven brand leadership, and deep understanding of both the architectural and entertainment lighting markets make him ideally suited to guide SGM through its next chapter of growth.”

As Managing Director, Jesse will focus on operations, enhancing collaboration between SGM and Golden Sea, and positioning the company for sustainable, long-term growth. By combining SGM’s creative Danish legacy with the global scale and engineering excellence of Golden Sea, the company is poised to reaffirm its position as a leader in high-performance, design-driven lighting solutions for both architectural and entertainment applications.

Highlights:

SGM Lighting announces the appointment of Jesse Lilley as Managing Director, marking a key step in strengthening the company’s leadership and operational foundation following the acquisition by Golden Sea September 2024.

Jesse will oversee business operations, manufacturing, and cross-functional alignment, ensuring efficiency and quality across all processes.
The appointment supports SGM’s strategy under Golden Sea’s ownership - combining Danish innovation with advanced Chinese engineering and production capabilities.
SGM continues its dual-channel strategy within architectural and entertainment lighting markets.

With decades of international experience spanning Europe, North America, and Asia–Pacific, Jesse’s appointment strengthens SGM’s ability to serve global markets and diverse design communities.
Positioned for a new chapter of growth. The appointment reflects SGM’s confidence and clear strategic direction — continuing to evolve and innovate to meet the needs of the global architectural and entertainment lighting markets.

Chris Agius Ferrante, VP of Golden Sea, retains oversight of SGM