Marisa A. Edmund Named One of the Top 100 Individuals Driving Photonics Technology Forward
The list, which was compiled by the editorial team from nominations from readers, honors the people who are at the forefront of photonics progress. Marisa was recognized for her contribution, not only to Edmund Optics, but the future of the entire photonics industry. She established the Advancing Women in Optics Scholarship at the University of Arizona, advocates for various Women in Optics groups, and promotes other Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives both inside and outside of the company. Marisa also originated Edmund Optics’ Educational Outreach program, which visits schools and other STEM events to share the wonderful world of optics with students. These initiatives are growing our industry and driving it to become more diverse and inclusive.
Marisa is a third-generation owner of Edmund Optics and has over 25 years of professional contribution in the photonics industry as a global leader in direct marketing, sales, organizational development, and strategic planning. Her specialty is in global communications, human resources, integration of acquired companies, and expanding into emerging markets.
Edmund Optics® (EO) is a leading global supplier of optics, imaging, and photonics technology that has served a variety of markets including Life Sciences, Biomedical, Industrial Inspection, Semiconductor, R&D, and Defense since 1942. EO designs and manufactures a wide array of optical components, multi-element lenses, imaging systems, and optomechanical equipment, while supporting OEM applications with volume production of stock and custom products. Operating in more than a dozen major facilities around the globe, EO employs approximately 1,250 employees and continues to expand.
EO takes pride in helping customers from prototype to volume production, and specializes in creating cost-effective solutions that meet our customer’s specifications, timelines, and budgets. Whether requirements include stock optics, a build-to-print custom optical component, expert application engineering to optimize the design, or a completely custom design to customer-supplied requirements, our engineers can create ideal solutions for each unique optical challenge. Every step of the way, Edmund Optics® is committed to ensuring product and procedural quality.
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