TCP, Inc. Receives 2008 Best of Aurora Award

U.S. Local Business Association names TCP outstanding local business 

TCP, Inc., lighting innovator and manufacturer of the majority of the compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) sold in the United States, received the 2008 Best of Aurora Award in the General Merchandise Category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA). Recognized as a company that has achieved exceptional marketing success in its local community and business category, TCP has enhanced the positive image of small businesses through service to its customers and community.

The USLBA, based in Washington, D.C., was established to identify the best of local businesses, advocating small and medium-sized businesses and business entrepreneurs across America. The organizations chose the winners based on data collected both internally and by third parties. 

TCP, Inc. is the global leader in energy efficient lighting innovations dedicated to creating high-quality products that are brighter, longer lasting and better for the environment.  Headquartered outside Cleveland, Ohio, the company manufactures nearly 1.4 million energy saving compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) every day, accounting for a majority of the CFLs sold in the United States and an annual reduction in carbon dioxide emissions of more than 118 million pounds.  The company markets a variety of energy efficient lighting products for professional, specifier and consumer markets under several brands including n:vision at The Home Depot, SpringLight, and ecoVations.  TCP’s extensive product line extends beyond CFLs and includes LED lamps and fixtures, cold cathode lamps, exit and emergency lighting, HID, decorative and outdoor fixtures, as well as the first ever linear lamp, ballast and fixture offering.  TCP is a privately held company, employing more than 15,000 people globally and totaled more than $300 million in sales in 2007, a more than fivefold increase since 2000. For more information, visit us at www.tcpi.com or call (800) 324-1496.