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Michael is currently CEO of Inplane Photonics. He has over 25 years of experience in technology development, executive management, and international projects.
Michael was Chairman of Kodeos Communications a venture funded company acquired by Finisar (Nasdaq:FNSR) in April 2007. Kodeos’ breakthrough signal processing technologies enable transmission over greater distances while making the overall system more tolerant to dispersion. Additionally, the signal processing algorithms enable spectral shaping that yield higher spectral efficiency for greater bandwidth utilization.
Prior to joining Inplane, Michael was CEO of Defense Photonics Group providing mission-enabling solutions for top tier defense contractors and system integrators. Defense Photonics develops high-performance digital and RF fiber optic transmission subsystems and networks for advanced air and sea avionics platforms; High-bandwidth RF technology for radio, radar and electronic warfare systems; Next-generation DWDM optical systems and networks; and advanced Homeland security technologies.
Prior to Defense Photonics, Michael was President and CEO of Cyrospace Inc where he was responsible for executive management of a complex core organization and its spin-off activities and initiatives. He has conducted R&D initiatives on Plasma Rocket Ion Cyclotron Resonance Heating for long duration manned space flights, Nano Satellites concepts, Alternative Energy technologies, GPS Personal Locator System, Light Bullet technology, and technology mining and commercialization initiatives. Additionally, Michael worked to incubate several start-up companies with unique products.
Prior to Cyrospace, Michael was Vice President of Operations at Lockheed Martin. He performed operational activities of Lockheed’s Space Operations and its programs with 5000 employees. Direct responsibilities included M&A Business Integration, Strategic Initiatives, R & D, Manufacturing, and Engineering activities. Additionally, he directed Advanced Programs, and Lunar / Mars related R&D programs.
Michael brings experience with M&A, advanced and complex technology development programs, corporate streamlining and efficiencies, business expansion, strategic planning and positioning into the key market trends. | 