Schneider, the technology leader in ophthalmic and precision-optical surfacing machines, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Kurt Atchison as President of Schneider Optical Machines LLC in Carrollton/TX, effective July 1st. In his new role, Kurt will be responsible for all business aspects in the North American market.
Kurt most recently worked for National Optronics as Vice President. Prior to that, he worked for Satisloh North America as VP of Sales and Marketing, where he gained many years of experience in the lens processing equipment field.
“Schneider Optical Machinery is fortunate to have such a capable leader to serve its North American customers. I want to show a new dedication to the needs of the North American market. That will require a strong, local organization with a strong and experienced leader. Kurt provides us that leadership and experience,” said Gunter Schneider.
Added Atchison, “Schneider has fantastic new developments and the right equipment for today’s surfacing needs. I’m lucky to be able to have the leadership role for a company that’s really excited about creating a great organization here in the U.S. The focus and resources are there. I get to help create a first class organization that fits with the first rate technology.”