 Atlanta, Sept. 17, 2021 GLOBE NEWSWIRE -- ATLANTA September 17, 2021 Today, Acuity Brands, Inc. NYSE: AYI Acuity announced the upcoming retirement of Richard Ricky K. Reece, Executive Vice President of Acuity Brands and Vice Chairman, Acuity Brands Lighting. Reece will continue in his role until November 30, 2021. 