Ethan Westerholm

About Ethan Westerholm

The American Dream isn\'t dead.People just stopped believing it\'s alive. I\'m a strong defender of the American dream - and out to prove it isn\'t dead. I believe in hard work, discipline, and the consistent pursuit of excellence. I relentlessly seek ways to add value to myself, my family and my community.I\'ve fulfilled a variety of roles in customer service, manufacturing, engineering, and sales, but found the traditional 9-5 to be too limiting.I now am the principal owner of a recent start-up, and striving everyday to grow.My goal is to become a strong asset and expert in my field, while at the same time collecting and maintaining a variety of well-rounded soft skills.My personal mantra is this.\"The man you wish to be tomorrow, must be built today.\"If you find truth in that statement, let\'s connect!

Experience

1. Principal Owner

   Homebeam - Outdoor Lighting

   Apr 2023 — Present · Bethlehem, PA, US

   I believe beauty and longevity have a place together. I’m the founder of HomeBeam Outdoor Lighting, where I design and build lighting systems that transform homes after dark. What started as a trade quickly became a craft: studying architecture, understanding landscapes, and creating lighting that feels intentional, balanced, and built to last.I care deeply about quality—how things are designed, installed, priced, and maintained. I’m hands-on in every part of the business, from early design concepts to systems, processes, and the standards my team is held to. I’m not interested in shortcuts or volume for volume’s sake. I’m interested in doing things the right way and building something I’d be proud to put my name on.Beyond lighting, I’m drawn to the discipline of building a business—learning how to grow responsibly, lead well, and make hard decisions with a long-term mindset. I value consistency over hype, ownership over excuses, and progress earned through repetition.I’m building for the long haul—crafting a company, a life, and a reputation that hold up over time.If you care about high standards, thoughtful work, and building something meaningful, we’ll probably get along.

Education

• Northampton Community College

  Electromechanical Technology, A.AS, Automated Systems

  2016 — 2019

• Northampton Community College

  Electrical Technology, A.AS

  2016 — 2019

• Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg

  Technical Leadership - Bachelor of Applied Science

  2019 — 2020