Lighting Science announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Edward Bednarcik as Chief Executive Officer, effective September 8, 2014. Mr. Bednarcik, a talented executive with experience developing and commercializing technology across multiple industries globally, will lead the company as it continues to bring to market new innovative LED lighting solutions and expand its presence in the office, retail, education, health care, assisted living, agriculture, government, fitness, hospitality, infrastructure and residential market segments. Mr. Bednarcik replaces Interim CEO Richard Davis, who will continue to serve as a Director on Lighting Science's Board.

Mr. Bednarcik most recently served as CEO and President at Video IQ, where he positioned the business for dynamic growth through revamping the company's product portfolio and developing key industry partnerships to enable the rapid expansion of the company's unique video surveillance solutions.