Electrical products data and content provider Industry Data Exchange Association (IDEA) appointed Patrick Knight as President, effective Jan. 6. Knight will report to CEO David Oldfather.

Established in 1998 by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and the National Association of Electrical Distributors, IDEA operates as a source of data for the electrical industry, specifically serving manufacturers and distributors.

Arlington, VA-based IDEA said that throughout his career, Knight has helped organizations optimize performance, strengthen customer relationships and expand into new markets.

As President, Knight will focus on advancing IDEA’s strategies to address the “dynamic needs” of the electrical industry and related markets. The company said he will lead efforts to enhance IDEA’s offerings, accelerate the adoption of innovative technologies and expand the company’s presence into new verticals.

“Patrick stood out in an exceptional pool of candidates as a visionary leader with the skills and experience needed to help IDEA continue to lead in the digital integration and data syndication space,” IDEA Board Chair and United Electric Supply President & CEO George Vorwick said in a Jan. 7 news release. “We are excited to see Patrick’s impact as he works with the team to drive innovation and enhance the value IDEA brings to our partners across the electrical industry and beyond.”