Mario Russo
Founder (1922 – 1952)
Established Mario Manufacturing in NY, specializing in handcrafted lighting components and mica shade innovations.
Centennial Heritage
Celebrating Over 100 Years of Lighting Excellence
Founded in 1922, Mario Contract Lighting stands as one of the oldest and most trusted family-owned contract lighting manufacturers in the United States.
Headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia, we operate a fully integrated 100,000-square-foot manufacturing plant dedicated to serving the commercial hospitality sector. Over four generations, our enterprise has evolved from bespoke lamp shade crafting to becoming an international powerhouse in engineered contract lighting.
We work directly with hotel owners, purchasing agencies, interior design firms, and general contractors to deliver custom lighting solutions for guest rooms, public corridors, lobbies, and major international brand programs.
Four Generations
Family Leadership & Continuous Accountability
Our century-long resilience rests upon continuous family stewardship, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering.
Vito Russo
President (1952 – 1988)
Pioneered commercial expansion and mass production plant setups, earning national industry leadership.
Louis Scutellaro
President (1988 – 2016)
Relocated headquarters to Roanoke, VA, expanding facility footprint to 100,000 sq ft and founding global offices.
Michael Scutellaro
President (2016 – Present)
Leading modern digital manufacturing, brand program standardizations, and worldwide hotel supply chains.
Key Milestones
A Century of Manufacturing Innovation
Key achievements that shaped our position as a preferred global contract lighting supplier.
1922
Company Founded
Mario Russo opens Mario Manufacturing in New York, producing high-end decorative lamp shades and lighting fixtures.
1930
Mica Shade Innovation
Pioneered industrial mica processing for contract lamp shades, setting early durability standards in public space illumination.
1952
Second-Generation Leadership
Vito Russo steps into executive leadership, transitioning focus toward expanding contract hotel programs nationwide.
1965
Dedicated Production Plant
Opened specialized manufacturing facilities to scale output for multi-property hospitality clients.
1988
Expansion to Roanoke, VA
Relocated primary operations to Roanoke, Virginia, centralizing metal spinning, finishing, wiring, and assembly under one roof.
1990
Global Sourcing & Engineering
Established international procurement offices to integrate value-engineering capabilities for massive scale projects.
2001
State-of-the-Art Hub
Moved into our expanded 100,000 sq ft headquarters, adding automated finishing lines and custom rapid prototyping units.
2016
4th Generation Leadership
Michael Scutellaro assumes presidency, modernizing custom order processes and establishing top-tier global brand specs.
2022
100 Years Milestone
Celebrated a century of family ownership, having supplied contract lighting to over 15,000 major projects worldwide.
Enterprise Capabilities
Why International Buyers Trust Mario Lighting
Built specifically for high-volume contract demands, strict safety compliance, and bespoke aesthetic custom requests.
U.S. Manufacturing & Quality Assurance
Operating a 100,000 sq. ft. plant in Virginia gives us direct domestic control over fabrication, welding, wiring, powder coating, and UL electrical testing. We guarantee zero compromise on structural integrity and safety standards.
Complete OEM & Custom Flexibility
From CAD rendering to prototype execution, we customize every dimension, finish, shade material, socket type, and integrated power outlet (USB-A/C) to suit your brand book or architectural blueprints.
Global Supply Chain & Logistics Support
With distribution channels and project management teams servicing North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, we manage phased room-by-room packaging, freight logistics, and strict site delivery deadlines.
15,000+ Completed Global Projects
Approved vendor for world-renowned hospitality brands including Hilton, Marriott, IHG, Hyatt, Wyndham, and MGM Resorts. Proven ability to meet stringent brand specifications with repeatable consistency.
Partner with an Industry Leader
Looking for a dependable contract lighting manufacturer for your upcoming hotel development or commercial project? Request our latest product catalog or consult with our specification engineers.
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