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YOUR GLOBAL LIGHTING PARTNER: LOCAL EXPERTISE, GLOBAL GROWTH

From our Athens operation to projects around the world, Ideoli connects local expertise, lighting design, procurement and logistics to support international growth.

George StroumboulisOctober 21, 2026ideoli, global lighting, international business, global expansion, lighting design, custom lighting, lighting procurement, athens, ideoli-journal

EXPANSION THROUGH TRUST: HOW EXECUTION GETS YOU INVITED BACK

How Ideoli’s work with American Girl grew from New York to the Middle East, and why trust and consistent execution create opportunities for global expansion.

George StroumboulisOctober 7, 2026george stroumboulis, ideoli, ideoli group, ideoli group, american girl, client trust, business execution, global expansion, client relationships, retail lighting, custom lighting, international business, ideoli-journalComment

INSIDE THE NEWEL HOTEL ATHENS WITH GENERAL MANAGER SPIROS STAVROU

At The Newel in Athens, I talk with General Manager Spiros Stavrou about service, lighting and the teamwork behind a memorable boutique hotel experience.

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INSIDE THE NEWEL BOUTIQUE HOTEL IN KOLONAKI, ATHENS: LIGHTING BY IDEOLI

George Stroumboulis visits The Newel in Kolonaki, where Ideoli helped bring the boutique hotel's vision to life through lighting design, specification, procurement, and distribution.

George StroumboulisSeptember 25, 2026georgios, george, stroumboulis, george stroumboulis, georgios stroumboulis, ideoli, ideoli group, blog, ceo, co-founder, entrepreneur, startup, business, global business, γιώργος στρουμπούλης, stroumboulis business, business influencer, invigorate your business podcast, george stroumboulis podcast, ideoli lighting, ideoli group, george stroumboulis ideoli, lighting installations around the world, global business expansion, business travel entrepreneur, international operations, Greek family story, immigrant family sacrifices, growing up in restaurants, Greek immigrant experience, entrepreneurship and family, restaurant family life, family bonding, immigrant parents sacrifice, life lessons, family legacy, George Stroumboulis keynote, international keynote speaker, global business keynote, business leadership, leadership keynote, global leadership, international business, entrepreneurship, global expansion, business growth, leadership framework, curiosity in business, relationship building, trust in business, global growth, multinational business, CEO keynote, global business strategy, innovation, motivational keynote speaker, executive leadership, commercial lighting, international entrepreneurship, leadership development, keynote presentation, global networking, hospitality lighting, lighting distribution, international lighting company, greek culture, athens greece, greek heritage, greek family values, building beyond borders, newel kolonaki hotel, custom lighting, lighting design, hospitality lighting projects, led lighting, commercial lighting projects, international lighting, lighting procurement services, lighting supply chain, lighting in greece, ideoli-journalComment

I NEVER PLANNED TO BUILD A CAREER IN LIGHTING

Sometimes the best careers aren't carefully planned - they're the result of curiosity, relationships, and saying yes to opportunities you never expected.

George StroumboulisAugust 17, 2026georgios, george, stroumboulis, george stroumboulis, georgios stroumboulis, ideoli, ideoli group, blog, ceo, co-founder, entrepreneur, startup, business, global business, γιώργος στρουμπούλης, stroumboulis business, business influencer, invigorate your business podcast, george stroumboulis podcast, ideoli lighting, ideoli group, george stroumboulis ideoli, lighting installations around the world, global business expansion, business travel entrepreneur, international operations, Greek family story, immigrant family sacrifices, growing up in restaurants, Greek immigrant experience, entrepreneurship and family, restaurant family life, family bonding, immigrant parents sacrifice, life lessons, family legacy, George Stroumboulis keynote, international keynote speaker, global business keynote, business leadership, leadership keynote, global leadership, international business, entrepreneurship, global expansion, business growth, leadership framework, curiosity in business, relationship building, trust in business, global growth, multinational business, CEO keynote, global business strategy, innovation, motivational keynote speaker, executive leadership, commercial lighting, international entrepreneurship, leadership development, keynote presentation, global networking, greek culture, athens greece, greek heritage, greek family values, building beyond borders, lighting industry careers, entrepreneurial career growth, custom lighting, lighting design, hospitality lighting projects, led lighting, commercial lighting projects, international lighting, lighting procurement services, lighting supply chain, ideoli-journalComment

LIGHTING UP WEWORK IN WASHINGTON DC

During a recent trip to Washington, D.C., I had the opportunity to visit one of the many WeWork locations that features Ideoli Group LED lighting installed throughout the space.

LIGHTING UP MIAMI: PUTTSHACK BRICKELL

Delivering high-impact, scalable lighting design in one of Miami’s most dynamic entertainment venues - bringing the Puttshack experience to life through precision, energy, and partnership.

ILLUMINATING PERFORMANCE: LIGHTING ASTON MARTIN BEVERLY HILLS

During a recent visit to the Aston Martin dealership in Beverly Hills, I had the opportunity to see one of Ideoli’s lighting installations in action. It’s always rewarding to step into a space where our work is fully integrated into the environment.

MILAN CHECK-IN: ANOTHER WORLD-CLASS LIGHTING INSTALLATION BY IDEOLI

On my latest trip to Milan, I stopped by one of the many installation sites where Ideoli LED products were installed years ago. It’s just a few steps from the legendary Duomo — the cultural and architectural heartbeat of the city .

George StroumboulisFebruary 22, 2026georgios, george, stroumboulis, george stroumboulis, georgios stroumboulis, ideoli, ideoli group, blog, ceo, co-founder, entrepreneur, startup, business, global business, γιώργος στρουμπούλης, stroumboulis business, business influencer, invigorate your business podcast, george stroumboulis podcast, ideoli lighting, ideoli group, led lighting installation, milan lighting project, milan duomo lighting, commercial lighting design, global lighting solutions, lighting distribution, hospitality lighting, retail lighting design, worldwide lighting projects, milan italy led, global brand lighting, lighting site visit, durable led lighting, professional lighting solutions, international lighting company, george stroumboulis ideoli, lighting installations around the world, italy, italia, milan italy, ideoli italy, george stroumboulis italy, custom lighting, lighting design, hospitality lighting projectsComment

INSIDE IDEOLI’S NEWEST PRODUCTION FACILITY IN CHINA

A first-hand look at Ideoli’s expanded production lines, growing team, and global manufacturing strategy in China.

George StroumboulisJanuary 5, 2026georgios, george, stroumboulis, george stroumboulis, georgios stroumboulis, ideoli, ideoli group, blog, ceo, co-founder, entrepreneur, startup, business, global business, γιώργος στρουμπούλης, stroumboulis business, business influencer, invigorate your business podcast, george stroumboulis podcast, lighting factory china, ideoli production facility, led lighting production lines, commercial lighting manufacturing, hospitality lighting manufacturing, architectural lighting factory, expanded production capacity, lighting supply chain management, quality control in manufacturing, precision lighting fabrication, custom decorative lighting production, oem lighting manufacturing, global lighting distribution, international manufacturing expansion, lighting engineering team china, factory direct lighting solutions, scalable manufacturing operations, lighting assembly line, high-volume lighting production, manufacturing excellence lighting industry, china lighting partner, global lighting experts, bespoke lighting manufacturing, supply chain optimization lighting, industrial lighting production, lighting procurement strategy, manufacturing infrastructure expansion, cross-border lighting manufacturing, custom lightingComment

LIGHTING UP A LUXURY DEVELOPMENT IN SAN DIEGO

I had the privilege of visiting a stunning luxury apartment development in San Diego to see first-hand how Ideoli’s custom LED lighting products and solutions have been integrated throughout the property.

VISIT US AT OUR POP-UP SHOWROOM IN MANHATTAN NEW YORK

Ideoli Group has a pop-up lighting showroom at the LEDucation Show in the Hilton Hotel (54th & 6th) in Midtown New York.

10 YEAR CAREER PLAN FOR MY FAMILY AND BUSINESS

In the next 10 years I would like to continue growing my company and the same way I grew up at the feet of my parents in the family restaurant, I would like my children to be at my feet at my company.

ASTON MARTIN SHOWROOMS LIT WITH OUR LED LIGHTING PRODUCTS

Ideoli Group worked with Aston Martin's design team to create these massive lighted statement pieces in their Beverly Hills and Miami showrooms to illuminate their cars.

DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES WILL HOST IDEOLI'S PRODUCTS IN A FRANK GEHRY BUILDING

Touring an iconic location in Downtown Los Angeles. The Grand by Frank Gehry is a new iconic location in the city, and we are working on a top-notch restaurant by celebrity chef, Jose Andres.

VISITING OSLO'S 3-STAR MICHELIN RESTAURANT CALLED MAAEMO

I visited MAAEMO in Oslo, Norway with my new clients to partake in an immersive dining experience at this 3-star Michelin restaurant.

SHOWING OFF MY WORK TO MY GIRLS AT NEW YORK'S AMERICAN GIRL STORE

Showing off my lights to my three daughters. 5 years later, this install in the heart of Rockefeller Center in NYC still leaves me proud and speechless.

OUR PRODUCTS INSTALLED IN LONDON'S 22 BISHOPSGATE FOR OUR CLIENT CONVENE

Client visit in London, England at the 2nd tallest tower in the city, 22 Bishopsgate, to visit our client’s location in the tower.

30-HOUR TRIP TO DROP OFF A CUSTOM SAMPLE FOR A POTENTIAL CLIENT

I flew in from Los Angeles to Athens, Greece and then drove 3 hours to a client's job site to deliver custom lighting product samples developed for a high-end hotel project in a seaside town off the west coast of Greece.

HIGHLY-CUSTOM CHANDELIER FOR JARED JEWELERS IN ORLANDO FLORIDA

One of our most original, complex and rewarding projects involved conceptualizing, designing and fabricating a unique decorative light fixture for a nationally-recognized retailer

George StroumboulisApril 22, 2019stroumboulis, george stroumboulis, ORLANDO, Jared - The Galleria of Jewelry, jared, retail store, custom, custom lighting, chandelier, diamond light, diamond chandelier, flagship, invigorate your business, orlando florida, georgios, george, ideoliComment

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