What is Cross Light?
Established in 1998, Cross Light operates as a comprehensive service provider for the Architectural and Entertainment Lighting, Automated Rigging, and Controls sectors. Serving a diverse geographic footprint across Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky, the firm distinguishes itself from traditional manufacturer representatives by offering a full-service model. This includes on-site contractor assistance, factory-authorized field service, and complex system configuration and programming.
The company's market authority is evidenced by its involvement in over 800 projects, ranging from casinos and performing arts centers to television studios and educational institutions. By collaborating directly with architects, engineers, and lighting designers, Cross Light functions as a vital link in the infrastructure supply chain, ensuring that high-stakes lighting and rigging systems are not only specified correctly but maintained with precision throughout their lifecycle.
How much funding has Cross Light raised?
Cross Light has raised a total of $265K across 2 funding rounds:
Debt
$150K
Debt
$115K
Debt (2020): $150K with participation from PPP
Debt (2021): $115K led by PPP
Key Investors in Cross Light
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Cross Light?
With the successful acquisition of $115K, Cross Light is well-positioned to deepen its penetration into the regional infrastructure market. The firm's strategic focus will likely shift toward enhancing its technical service capabilities and potentially expanding its footprint in the automated rigging and controls space. Given the capital-intensive nature of large-scale architectural projects, this funding provides the necessary runway to pursue high-value contracts and invest in advanced system integration technologies.
Looking ahead, the company is expected to leverage its established reputation to capture emerging opportunities in smart building controls and sustainable lighting solutions. By maintaining its commitment to factory-authorized support and collaborative design, Cross Light is poised to remain a dominant force in the regional lighting and rigging landscape, effectively bridging the gap between complex engineering requirements and practical, on-site execution.
