Applied Energetics Promotes Keeley Hurley to Chief of Staff
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG), a leader in ultrashort pulse directed energy and laser systems, has promoted Keeley Hurley to the position of Chief of Staff. Previously serving as Engineering Project Manager, Hurley brings over 20 years of leadership experience in the laser industry, including roles at Coherent and DILAS Diode Laser.
As Chief of Staff, Hurley will focus on optimizing operations, enhancing strategic program alignment, and supporting scalable growth. Her extensive background includes leading Lean transformations, scaling production capabilities, and implementing cross-functional training programs. The appointment aligns with AE's strategy to scale operations and deliver pulsed-energy solutions for U.S. and allied forces.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG), azienda leader nei sistemi laser e di energia diretta a impulsi ultracorti, ha nominato Keeley Hurley nuovo Chief of Staff. In precedenza responsabile come Engineering Project Manager, Hurley vanta oltre 20 anni di esperienza dirigenziale nel settore dei laser, con incarichi presso Coherent e DILAS Diode Laser.
Nel ruolo di Chief of Staff, Hurley avrà l'incarico di ottimizzare le operazioni, migliorare l'allineamento strategico dei programmi e sostenere una crescita scalabile. Il suo background comprende trasformazioni Lean, potenziamento delle capacità produttive e implementazione di programmi di formazione cross-funzionale. La nomina è coerente con la strategia di AE di espandere le operazioni e fornire soluzioni a energia pulsata per le forze statunitensi e degli alleati.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG), líder en sistemas láser y de energía dirigida de pulsos ultracortos, ha ascendido a Keeley Hurley al puesto de Chief of Staff. Antes desempeñándose como Engineering Project Manager, Hurley aporta más de 20 años de experiencia en liderazgo dentro de la industria láser, con cargos en Coherent y DILAS Diode Laser.
Como Chief of Staff, Hurley se centrará en optimizar las operaciones, mejorar la alineación estratégica de los programas y apoyar un crecimiento escalable. Su amplia trayectoria incluye liderar transformaciones Lean, aumentar capacidades de producción e implementar programas de formación interfuncional. El nombramiento se alinea con la estrategia de AE de ampliar operaciones y ofrecer soluciones de energía pulsada para las fuerzas de EE. UU. y sus aliados.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG)는 초단펄스 지향 에너지 및 레이저 시스템 분야의 선도기업으로, Keeley Hurley를 Chief of Staff로 승진시켰습니다. 이전에 Engineering Project Manager로 재직한 Hurley는 Coherent와 DILAS Diode Laser 등에서의 경력을 포함해 20년 이상의 리더십 경험을 보유하고 있습니다.
Chief of Staff로서 Hurley는 운영 최적화, 전략적 프로그램 정렬 강화 및 확장 가능한 성장 지원에 주력할 예정입니다. 그녀의 폭넓은 경력에는 Lean 전환 주도, 생산 능력 확장 및 교차 기능 교육 프로그램 도입이 포함됩니다. 이번 임명은 미군 및 동맹국을 위한 펄스 에너지 솔루션을 제공하기 위한 AE의 운영 확장 전략과 일치합니다.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG), leader des systèmes laser et d'énergie dirigée par impulsions ultracourtes, a promu Keeley Hurley au poste de Chief of Staff. Ancienne Engineering Project Manager, Hurley apporte plus de 20 ans d'expérience en management dans l'industrie du laser, avec des fonctions chez Coherent et DILAS Diode Laser.
En tant que Chief of Staff, Hurley se consacrera à l'optimisation des opérations, au renforcement de l'alignement stratégique des programmes et au soutien d'une croissance évolutive. Son parcours comprend la conduite de transformations Lean, le développement des capacités de production et la mise en place de programmes de formation transverses. Cette nomination s'inscrit dans la stratégie d'AE visant à étendre ses opérations et à fournir des solutions à énergie pulsée aux forces américaines et à leurs alliés.
Applied Energetics (OTCQB:AERG), ein führendes Unternehmen für ultrakurze gepulste gerichtete Energie- und Lasersysteme, hat Keeley Hurley zur Chief of Staff befördert. Zuvor als Engineering Project Manager tätig, bringt Hurley über 20 Jahre Führungserfahrung in der Laserindustrie mit, unter anderem bei Coherent und DILAS Diode Laser.
Als Chief of Staff wird sich Hurley auf die Optimierung der Abläufe, die Verbesserung der strategischen Programmabstimmung und die Unterstützung skalierbaren Wachstums konzentrieren. Ihr breiter Erfahrungsschatz umfasst Lean-Transformationen, den Ausbau der Produktionskapazitäten und die Einführung funktionsübergreifender Schulungsprogramme. Die Ernennung steht im Einklang mit AEs Strategie, die Betriebsabläufe zu skalieren und gepulste Energiesysteme für die US-Streitkräfte und verbündete Nationen bereitzustellen.
- Appointment of experienced leader with 20+ years in laser industry
- Strategic move to optimize operations and enhance program alignment
- Addition of certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence expertise
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TUCSON, AZ / ACCESS Newswire / September 8, 2025 / Applied Energetics, Inc. ("AE") (OTCQB:AERG), a leader in ultrashort pulse directed energy and laser systems, today announced the promotion of Keeley Hurley to Chief of Staff. Keeley previously served as Engineering Project Manager, where she helped drive cross-functional execution across AE's development programs and operations.
"Keeley is a tested leader and a force-multiplier for our organization," said Chris Donaghey, President and Chief Executive Officer of Applied Energetics. "She blends people-centric leadership with rigorous program execution, and she's earned the trust of teams across engineering, operations, and corporate functions. As Chief of Staff, Keeley will help optimize our operatons , enhance alignment around our strategic programs, and support scalable, disciplined growth as demand increases for AE's pulsed-energy solutions."
"I'm honored and excited to step into the Chief of Staff role at such a pivotal time for Applied Energetics," said Keeley Hurley. "Our teams are solving complex, mission-critical challenges with incredible dedication and creativity. My focus will be on removing obstacles and strengthening systems that allow our people to excel, so we can continue to deliver the innovative technologies and high standards our customers and partners rely on."
Keeley brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in the laser industry, including roles at Coherent, Inc. and DILAS Diode Laser, Inc. She has consistently driven operational excellence across engineering, manufacturing, and quality systems, while also improving customer satisfaction and increasing market share. Her achievements include leading Lean transformations, scaling production capabilities, implementing cross-functional training programs, and coaching high-performing teams. As a Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence, Keeley has successfully led global projects, built quality management systems, and developed product roadmaps that align strategic goals with daily execution. She brings a hands-on, results-oriented perspective along with a coaching mindset focused on building strong systems, cultures, and habits that support long-term growth for AE's team, the company, and the broader industry.
This leadership transition supports AE's broader strategy to scale operations and deliver decisive pulsed-energy effects that protect U.S. and allied forces.
About Applied Energetics, Inc.
Applied Energetics, Inc. specializes in advanced laser and photonics systems, particularly fiber-based ultrashort pulse (USP) laser technologies. With 26 patents and 6 patents pending, Applied Energetics' proprietary architecture enables orders of magnitude size-weight-power reductions, a key differentiator when compared with traditional continuous wave (CW) laser technology with larger footprints. AE's powerful, dual-use systems are designed for integration and deployment on numerous potential defense platforms for the delivery of high intensity, ultrashort pulses of light to disable or destroy a target. These technologies have applications in both national security and commercial markets. Today, AE's USP optical technologies are being designed to offer flexibility and power for complex missions in national security such as enhancing layered defense strategies to counter complex threats.
For more information about Applied Energetics and its innovative technologies, please visit www.appliedenergetics.com.
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