nLight

nLight Corporation
Industry Photonics
Founded 2000
Headquarters Vancouver, Washington
Key people
 Scott Keeney, CEO
Products Laser systems
Number of employees
 400
Website www.nlight.net

nLight is an American laser company founded in 2000 by Scott Keeney. The company is privately held and funded by venture capital firms.[1] It has headquarters in Vancouver, Washington, and operations in Shanghai, Hillsboro, Oregon, and Lohja, Finland. nLight specializes in diode laser components and systems, fiber laser components and systems, and optical fibers. Their key markets include materials processing, consumer electronics, and medical and military applications.[2]

History

nLight was founded in 2000 during the telecom boom. Since its inception, nLight has grown to more than four hundred employees worldwide and has won numerous awards.

Community involvement

In 2005, nLight created nConnect, an independent 501(c)(3) entity with a mission to increase student interest and achievement in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) by connecting schools to business.

References

  1. ↑ Murphy, Richard. "13 startup stars on the verge of an IPO". CNN Money. Retrieved 5 April 2012.
  2. ↑ Huang, Gregory. "A laser focus: Three questions with nLight CEO Scott Keeney". Xconomy. Retrieved 5 April 2012.

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