Stephen is recognized as a technology executive with proven experience in growing companies from their early stages to significant revenue grow and industry recognition.Throughout his career, Mr. Hypsh has held leadership positions at industry leading companies, mainly in the laser world. His 28+ years’ experience with the likes of companies Ekspla USA, Jenoptik, Raydiance and TRUMPF have allowed him to interact with the newest of laser technologies as they have grown from concept to industry leaders. Industry focus on Medical Device, Automotive, Consumer Electronics and Semiconductor industries have allowed him to reinvent how laser technology can advance an organization. Prior to joining Ekspla USA as President/CEO, he served as Vice President at Advanced Optowave Corporation, and prior as Vice President – Business Unit Lasers – North America for Jenoptik AG, a photonics industry leading laser and optical manufacturer based out of Jena, Germany. Earlier in his career, he had held several executive business development roles with start-up femtosecond manufacturer Raydiance, Inc. based out of Petaluma, CA and world renown TRUMPF Inc. based out of their Farmington, CT headquarters.Hypsh began his career in the laser industry at TRUMPF, where he spent 8 years in a variety of executive roles for the micro and macro laser divisions. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Post College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and an Associates of Science degree in Marketing.