Uploaded May 2020 | Updated September 2026, 22 minutes ago
Rachel Scott | 28 | Toronto | Co-owner, Zoom Illumination | SDGs: 7, 12
Rachel Scott got the bright idea to found Zoom Illumination, an LED lighting retrofit company, in 2016 when she learned there weren’t many reliable businesses offering turnkey LED lighting solutions. The environmental studies major had always been interested in saving the planet while growing a profitable company. Since the company’s founding in early 2016, Zoom has grossed more than $2 million in sales, all while saving businesses money and reducing their energy consumption. In May of this year, Rachel’s company branched out into the water market with a pilot project to reduce water consumption and hydro bills in both commercial and residential buildings. Her advice for young entrepreneurs? “Delegate your weaknesses so you can focus on your vision. Take risks, believe in yourself, work hard and enjoy the ride.”
We had a chance to interview Rachel about this work, as well as her overall experience in leadership and change-making. Hope you enjoy our conversation!
Know a sustainability leader that's under 30 years old? Be sure to nominate them to Corporate Knights' 2020 30 Under 30 list: corporateknights.com/channels/leadership/corporate-knights-30-30-nominations-now-open-15857497
Rachel Scott | 28 | Toronto | Co-owner, Zoom Illumination | SDGs: 7, 12
Rachel Scott got the bright idea to found Zoom Illumination, an LED lighting retrofit company, in 2016 when she learned there weren’t many reliable businesses offering turnkey LED lighting solutions. The environmental studies major had always been interested in saving the planet while growing a profitable company. Since the company’s founding in early 2016, Zoom has grossed more than $2 million in sales, all while saving businesses money and reducing their energy consumption. In May of this year, Rachel’s company branched out into the water market with a pilot project to reduce water consumption and hydro bills in both commercial and residential buildings. Her advice for young entrepreneurs? “Delegate your weaknesses so you can focus on your vision. Take risks, believe in yourself, work hard and enjoy the ride.”
We had a chance to interview Rachel about this work, as well as her overall experience in leadership and change-making. Hope you enjoy our conversation!
Know a sustainability leader that's under 30 years old? Be sure to nominate them to Corporate Knights' 2020 30 Under 30 list: corporateknights.com/channels/leadership/corporate-knights-30-30-nominations-now-open-15857497
