Keighley has been involved with the Olympic Games (1992, 1996, 2000, 2004 and 2012) and worked with artists such as Madonna, Rolling Stones, Spice Girls, Billy Joel, Pink Floyd and Deep Purple.
Keighley's primary area of responsibility will be to work with and support designers and architects to ensure the right equipment for the job. He will be based in the UK, but will be travelling to oversee global activities for SGM.
Keighley said, "I am excited to be joining SGM. I look forward to introducing old friends and new to SGM's innovative range of LED lighting fixtures."
Peter Johansen added, "Dave and I go way back and I look forward to working closely with him. I know he will be a great ambassador for the SGM brand."
(Jim Evans)