Laser Photonics Taps Former Boeing Executive as New EVP, Brings $4.5B Revenue Experience

Laser Photonics Corporation Welcomes New Executive Vice President

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11/15/2024 - 07:45 AM

ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Laser Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ: LASE) (LPC), a leading global developer of laser systems for cleaning and other material processing applications, announced today that it has appointed John T. Armstrong as its new Executive Vice President.

Prior to joining Laser Photonics, Armstrong served as a Vice President for Astronics Test Systems (ATS), a subsidiary of Astronics Corporation, a leading supplier of advanced technologies and products to the global aerospace, defense and other mission-critical industries. Previously, he served as a Senior Manager for Boeing, providing leadership and HR support for 10,000+ employees nationwide within a division that generated $4.5B+ in revenue. Earlier in his career, he served as a Senior Specialist working in Human Resources Administration, providing wide-ranging HR support for three organizations and four special access program departments.

Armstrong's track record of devising strategies that advance business growth and optimize performance, in addition to his expertise in establishing best practices, programs, and policies in robust manufacturing and engineering environments, makes him an ideal fit for LPC's' ambitious plans for the future. In his role at LPC, he will leverage his experience in conceptualizing and managing enterprise-wide projects to further the growth of the company.

"John's experience will be crucial in developing and implementing strategies needed for our growth," said Wayne Tupuola, CEO of LPC. "He brings a wealth of expertise in operational and human resource planning and management with large manufacturing companies. John's leadership and experience will be instrumental to the company as we continue to grow."

Armstrong added, "I am thrilled to join Laser Photonics as it continues to empower the companies that power the world with eco-friendly and effective laser solutions. I am dedicated to helping cement LPC as a key player in the material processing space and am excited to be an official part of the team."

Armstrong received a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Management Systems from Webster University. He earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Villanova University. Armstrong brings over 30 years of leadership experience in business-to-business (B2B) strategic planning, operations and human resources. He also brings with him extensive experience in developing and maintaining the strategies, resources, and processes that are needed to increase internal effectiveness and meet corporate goals.

About Laser Photonics Corporation

Laser Photonics is a vertically integrated manufacturer and R&D Center of Excellence for industrial laser technologies and systems. Laser Photonics seeks to disrupt the $46 billion, centuries-old sand and abrasives blasting markets, focusing on surface cleaning, rust removal, corrosion control, de-painting and other laser-based industrial applications. Laser Photonics’ new generation of leading-edge laser blasting technologies and equipment also addresses the numerous health, safety, environmental and regulatory issues associated with old methods. As a result, Laser Photonics has quickly gained a reputation as an industry leader in industrial laser systems with a brand that stands for quality, technology and product innovation. Currently, world-renowned and Fortune 1000 manufacturers in the aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, maritime, nuclear and space industries are using Laser Photonics’ “unique-to-industry” systems. For more information, visit https://www.laserphotonics.com.

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