Press Release: METAIRIE, LA — Oracle Lighting received a 2021 Louisiana Lantern Award Wednesday evening. The company, which creates LED solutions for consumers in the automotive, marine, and powersports markets, is one of eight manufacturers across the state to be recognized this year.
The winning company for each district displays a contribution to the Louisiana economy and their local business communities through employee growth, increased revenue, facility expansion and community engagement. The Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO) nominated Oracle Lighting for the special distinction this year. The lighting manufacturer was selected from the Greater New Orleans region to receive the coveted award.
Oracle Lighting has served as a symbol of change and renewal in the Fat City area. The company located to Fat City in 2010, rehabilitating a 10,000 square foot building that would serve as the company’s headquarters. Since then, Oracle has purchased and renovated two additional properties in Fat City. The major improvements to these sites helped spur additional growth and investment in the area.
Born from humble beginnings in a Metairie garage, Oracle Lighting has grown into a global leader in the automotive lighting industry. The company was founded by Justin Hartenstein when he was just 18 years old. Now he and his wife, Tiffanie, run the business together, innovating in both product offerings and operations. Over the last 22 years, the manufacturer has experiences growth in both employment and sales annually. Today, Oracle employs more than 30 full-time team members and has made nine appearances on the Inc Magazine “Inc. 500/5000 List”, which highlights the nation’s fastest growing small businesses.
Oracle plans to expand the company’s headquarters to double the size of the main facility in 2022, which will allow Oracle to create more jobs and significantly increase their production capabilities.
“Oracle Lighting exemplifies all of the qualities of a successful manufacturer,” said Jerry Bologna, JEDCO President & CEO. “Oracle’s mission directly aligns with JEDCO’s vision for the future of Jefferson Parish, from their focus on innovation to their genuine support of and investment in Fat City. Their work elevates our manufacturing industry and our community. We are proud Oracle Lighting calls Jefferson Parish home.”
For more information about the Louisiana Lantern Award, click here.
