14 - 15 November, 2023
LIGENTEC
Lausanne, Switzerland
Events
Thomas Hessler
About the Speaker
Thomas Hessler is a seasoned CEO with a distinguished career in the tech industry, currently leading LIGENTEC SA as its Chief Executive Officer. With over four years of dedicated leadership at LIGENTEC, he has been instrumental in advancing the company's position as a pioneer in manufacturing Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) based on cutting-edge all-nitride-core SiN technology.
Thomas's impressive journey includes roles as a Board Member at MIRO Analytical AG, specializing in gas analyzers for environmental studies, and as the General Manager at Axetris AG, where he oversaw various high-tech business activities. His extensive experience also extends to a tenure as Managing Director at Leister and IR Microsystems SA, further emphasizing his adeptness in corporate leadership and business development.
Thomas's educational background, including a Researcher position at Paul Scherrer Institut PSI, showcases his foundational expertise in digital manufacturing and micro-optical elements. As the CEO of LIGENTEC, he continues to drive innovation in quantum technologies, space, LiDAR, communications, and sensing.
