IPG Photonics Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Appointments Across Operations, Technology, and Human Resources
IPG Photonics (NASDAQ: IPGP), the global leader in fiber lasers and laser systems, has announced five key senior leadership appointments to strengthen its executive team. The appointments include Dr. Paulus Bucher as SVP of Global Operations, Jennifer Kartono as SVP and Chief Human Resources Officer, Andrey Mashkin as VP and GM of Global Lasers, Mira Sahney as SVP of Global Laser Systems, and Dr. Alex Schoenfelder as SVP and GM of Global Components.
Each leader brings significant industry experience and expertise in their respective fields, from operations and manufacturing to human resources and technical innovation. CEO Dr. Mark Gitin emphasized that these appointments will help IPG expand its business, enter new markets, and drive the next chapter of profitable growth through improved execution and customer service.
IPG Photonics (NASDAQ: IPGP), leader mondiale nei laser a fibra e nei sistemi laser, ha annunciato cinque nomine chiave nella sua leadership senior per rafforzare il team esecutivo. Le nomine includono Dr. Paulus Bucher come SVP delle Operazioni Globali, Jennifer Kartono come SVP e Chief Human Resources Officer, Andrey Mashkin come VP e GM dei Laser Globali, Mira Sahney come SVP dei Sistemi Laser Globali e Dr. Alex Schoenfelder come SVP e GM dei Componenti Globali.
Ogni leader porta con sé una significativa esperienza nel settore e competenze specifiche nei rispettivi ambiti, che spaziano dalle operazioni e produzione alle risorse umane e all’innovazione tecnica. Il CEO Dr. Mark Gitin ha sottolineato che queste nomine aiuteranno IPG a espandere il proprio business, entrare in nuovi mercati e guidare il prossimo capitolo di crescita redditizia attraverso una migliore esecuzione e servizio al cliente.
IPG Photonics (NASDAQ: IPGP), líder mundial en láseres de fibra y sistemas láser, ha anunciado cinco nombramientos clave en su alta dirección para fortalecer su equipo ejecutivo. Los nombramientos incluyen a Dr. Paulus Bucher como SVP de Operaciones Globales, Jennifer Kartono como SVP y Directora de Recursos Humanos, Andrey Mashkin como VP y Gerente General de Láseres Globales, Mira Sahney como SVP de Sistemas Láser Globales y Dr. Alex Schoenfelder como SVP y Gerente General de Componentes Globales.
Cada líder aporta una amplia experiencia en la industria y conocimientos en sus respectivos campos, desde operaciones y manufactura hasta recursos humanos e innovación técnica. El CEO Dr. Mark Gitin destacó que estos nombramientos ayudarán a IPG a expandir su negocio, ingresar a nuevos mercados y liderar la próxima etapa de crecimiento rentable mediante una mejor ejecución y servicio al cliente.
IPG Photonics (NASDAQ: IPGP)는 광섬유 레이저 및 레이저 시스템 분야의 글로벌 선두주자로서 경영진을 강화하기 위해 다섯 명의 주요 고위 임원 임명을 발표했습니다. 임명된 인사로는 글로벌 운영 담당 수석 부사장(SVP) Dr. Paulus Bucher, 인사 총괄 책임자 겸 수석 부사장(SVP) Jennifer Kartono, 글로벌 레이저 담당 부사장 겸 총괄 관리자(VP 및 GM) Andrey Mashkin, 글로벌 레이저 시스템 담당 수석 부사장(SVP) Mira Sahney, 글로벌 부품 담당 수석 부사장 겸 총괄 관리자(SVP 및 GM) Dr. Alex Schoenfelder가 포함됩니다.
각 임원은 운영, 제조, 인사, 기술 혁신 등 각자의 분야에서 풍부한 산업 경험과 전문성을 갖추고 있습니다. CEO인 Dr. Mark Gitin은 이번 임명이 IPG가 사업을 확장하고 새로운 시장에 진출하며 향상된 실행력과 고객 서비스를 통해 수익성 있는 성장의 다음 단계를 이끌 것이라고 강조했습니다.
IPG Photonics (NASDAQ: IPGP), leader mondial des lasers à fibre et des systèmes laser, a annoncé cinq nominations clés au sein de sa haute direction afin de renforcer son équipe exécutive. Les nominations comprennent Dr. Paulus Bucher en tant que SVP des opérations globales, Jennifer Kartono en tant que SVP et directrice des ressources humaines, Andrey Mashkin en tant que VP et directeur général des lasers mondiaux, Mira Sahney en tant que SVP des systèmes laser mondiaux, et Dr. Alex Schoenfelder en tant que SVP et directeur général des composants mondiaux.
Chaque dirigeant apporte une expérience significative dans l'industrie et une expertise dans leurs domaines respectifs, allant des opérations et de la fabrication aux ressources humaines et à l'innovation technique. Le PDG, Dr. Mark Gitin, a souligné que ces nominations aideront IPG à étendre ses activités, à pénétrer de nouveaux marchés et à conduire le prochain chapitre de croissance rentable grâce à une meilleure exécution et un service client amélioré.
IPG Photonics (NASDAQ: IPGP), der weltweit führende Anbieter von Faserlasern und Lasersystemen, hat fünf wichtige Führungspositionen besetzt, um sein Managementteam zu stärken. Zu den Ernennungen gehören Dr. Paulus Bucher als SVP für globale Operationen, Jennifer Kartono als SVP und Chief Human Resources Officer, Andrey Mashkin als VP und Geschäftsführer für globale Laser, Mira Sahney als SVP für globale Lasersysteme und Dr. Alex Schoenfelder als SVP und Geschäftsführer für globale Komponenten.
Jede Führungskraft bringt umfangreiche Branchenerfahrung und Fachwissen in ihren jeweiligen Bereichen mit, von Betrieb und Fertigung bis hin zu Personalwesen und technischer Innovation. CEO Dr. Mark Gitin betonte, dass diese Ernennungen IPG dabei helfen werden, das Geschäft auszubauen, neue Märkte zu erschließen und das nächste Kapitel profitablen Wachstums durch verbesserte Umsetzung und Kundenservice voranzutreiben.
- Strategic strengthening of executive leadership with experienced industry veterans
- Internal promotion of 25-year company veteran Andrey Mashkin shows strong succession planning
- New leaders bring diverse expertise from major companies like Lumentum, Medtronic, and Adtran
- Significant organizational changes may lead to temporary operational adjustments
- Multiple simultaneous leadership changes could create short-term integration challenges
MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Aug. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IPG Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ: IPGP), the global leader in high-performance fiber lasers and laser systems, today announced five senior leadership appointments as part of its ongoing efforts to advance the company’s growth strategy.
Dr. Paulus Bucher has joined as Senior Vice President of Global Operations. His background spans two decades of leadership in high-performance manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and quality operations across global organizations producing complex photonic components and systems. Most recently serving as Senior Vice President of Global Operations at Adtran, Dr. Bucher led major integration efforts and built scalable, efficient systems across multiple regions. He will oversee global manufacturing, global procurement, product quality, and delivery, with a focus on driving operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Jennifer Kartono has joined IPG as Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer. Ms. Kartono brings a wealth of experience leading HR strategy across global industrial and technology organizations. Known for her collaborative style and focus on aligning people with business priorities, Ms. Kartono has helped shape high-performing, values-driven cultures during periods of rapid transformation. Her background includes serving as CHRO at Crane NXT and nearly two decades of senior HR roles at Iron Mountain. She will focus on building a best-in-class team and strengthening organizational capability to support IPG’s growth and scale, attracting, developing, and retaining top talent while fostering a culture rooted in collaboration and innovation.
Andrey Mashkin has been promoted to Vice President and General Manager of Global Lasers. A 25-year IPG veteran, Mr. Mashkin has built his career at the company, progressing through roles in R&D, product line management, and executive operations. He most recently served as Vice President of Operations Europe and Managing Director of IPG Laser GmbH & Co. KG, where he led large, multinational teams across Germany, Italy, and Poland, successfully steering operations through periods of significant change and expansion. In his new role, he will lead the development and growth of IPG’s laser products, delivering high-quality fiber laser sources that enable next-generation applications across industries.
Mira Sahney joined IPG in May as Senior Vice President, Global Laser Systems. Ms. Sahney brings more than 20 years of leadership across industrial, medical, and high-tech markets, with a strong track record of scaling businesses and delivering system-level innovation. Prior to IPG, she served as President of Medtronic’s Pelvic Health business and held executive roles at Hyalex Orthopaedics, Smith+Nephew, and several early-stage technology ventures. She will oversee the platforms that deliver integrated laser solutions for cleaning, welding, and micromachining, helping customers adopt and scale IPG’s fiber laser technology in strategic application areas.
Dr. Alex Schoenfelder has been appointed Senior Vice President and General Manager of Global Components. Dr. Schoenfelder brings 30 years of experience in the optics and photonics industry, most recently serving as Senior Vice President at Lumentum. He has held multiple general management roles across Lumentum, JDSU, and SDL, leading both component and system-level laser businesses. Known for his deep technical expertise in laser diode development and component engineering, he has driven product innovation and operational excellence across global teams in the U.S., Europe, and Asia. At IPG, he will be responsible for laser diodes and the broad range of optics and opto-electronic components that form the foundation of the company’s lasers and laser systems.
“Each of these leaders brings distinct strengths, deep expertise, and a shared commitment to collaboration and innovation that will help us expand our business and enter new markets,” said Dr. Mark Gitin, Chief Executive Officer of IPG Photonics. “As the newest members of our Executive Leadership Team, they will work closely with me to create a stronger, more unified IPG; one that’s better equipped to execute with speed, serve our customers with excellence, and drive our next chapter of profitable growth.”
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About IPG Photonics Corporation
IPG Photonics Corporation is the leader in high-power fiber lasers and amplifiers used primarily in materials processing and other diverse applications. The Company’s mission is to develop innovative laser solutions making the world a better place. IPG accomplishes this mission by delivering superior performance, reliability and usability at a lower total cost of ownership compared with other types of lasers and non-laser tools, allowing end users to increase productivity and decrease costs. IPG is headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts and has more than 30 facilities worldwide. For more information, visit www.ipgphotonics.com.
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