About Michael
Michael Mallone serves as Vice President of Finance for The Lighting Quotient, a Connecticut-based manufacturer of advanced architectural lighting solutions. He helps lead financial strategy, operational planning, cost management, and business performance initiatives while supporting growth and innovation in advanced manufacturing.
With more than two decades of experience in finance and manufacturing, Michael has held leadership positions including Vice President of Finance, Chief Financial Officer, Controller, and Cost Accountant. He has helped organizations improve profitability, strengthen financial controls, support growth strategies, and make data-driven business decisions.
At The Lighting Quotient, Michael contributes to a company that designs and manufactures precision-engineered architectural lighting products under the elliptipar, tambient, and MEYER brands for commercial, institutional, and specialty markets.
As an Executive in Residence, Michael brings practical insight into manufacturing finance, cost accounting, strategic planning, operations, and organizational leadership. Through classroom engagement, mentoring, networking, and faculty collaboration, he connects academic learning with real-world industry experience.
Areas of Expertise
- Manufacturing Finance
- Business Performance Management
- Financial Leadership
- Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Strategic Planning & Budgeting
- Capital Investment Evaluation
- Cost Accounting
- Operations & Supply Chain Finance