The Marketplace where Innovations Turn Lifespan into Healthspan

Business Design Centre, London | May 9 -10, 2026

The Science of Light: Exploring Red Light, Far Infrared & Photobiomodulation for Optimal Health

Joie Risk

Managing Director, Global UK, Ireland & Europe

Joie Risk is the UK and EU Managing Director of Sunlighten, the pioneering U.S. wellness brand leading global innovation in infrared therapy. With over five years of experience expanding Sunlighten across Europe, Joie has played a central role in scaling premium wellness technologies, building high-performing international teams, and securing strategic brand and commercial partnerships across more than five countries.

Known for her ability to translate vision into sustainable growth, Joie brings a unique blend of strategic foresight and operational expertise—especially within the infrared and sauna space. Her work focuses on positioning Sunlighten as a leader in next-generation wellness experiences, navigating regulatory landscapes, and shaping narratives that resonate in markets seeking both innovation and authenticity.

Deeply engaged in the global wellness ecosystem, Joie’s leadership continues to shape how consumers across the UK and Europe engage with holistic health, technology-driven wellness, and conscious living.

The Science of Light: Exploring Red Light, Far Infrared & Photobiomodulation for Optimal Health

Joie Risk, UK/EU Managing Director of Sunlighten, will explore how light-based therapies—specifically red light, far infrared, and photobiomodulation—are transforming modern approaches to health, recovery, and longevity. Drawing from years of experience at the forefront of wellness innovation, Joie will break down the science behind these technologies and their growing role in optimizing physiological function and overall well-being.