Meet the Photonics Team

MPhys

Field Sales Engineer

Lisa has a degree in Optoelectronics & Laser Engineering from Heriot Watt University. She has been with Laser 2000 since 2003, and is currently in the Industrial Photonics team, working with Industry and Research customers with a focus on optical components and systems.

Lisa is also our Quality & Compliance Manager since 2018 and looks after our processes and accreditations. 

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PhD

Field Sales Engineer

Paul joined Laser 2000 in July 2013. He is currently part of the Industrial Photonics team, catering to industrial customers at the cutting edge of photonics research and engineering, and working with Imperial College, London. Paul is also product manager for the Zaber motion control range.

Paul completed his PhD in Ultra-Low temperature physics at Lancaster University, where he also obtained his MPhys. He studied the energy properties of quantum turbulence in superfluid Heilum-3B. His work was carried out at temperatures below 100 microkelvin.

BSc (Hons)

Territory Sales Manager – Photonics – Southwest

I’m Sian. I joined Laser 2000 in 2012 after graduating from Swansea University with a Physics degree. I started in internal sales, supporting the industrial customer base, then progressed to field sales and product management in the same sector.

I am now a senior territory sales and key account manager servicing customers in the Southwest of Wales and England.

In my spare time, I love to be creative, and enjoy going for long walks, identifying flora and fauna, and visiting friends and family far and wide.

BSc (Hons)

Account Manager

Louis studied Applied Physics at Napier University, graduating in the summer of 2000, joining Laser 2000 in January 2001.

Louis looks after some of our university and government research labs, as well as our industrial customers in microscopy and spectroscopy.

In his free time he is a keen home brewer. He is a beer and fitness enthusiast, and believes that they balance each other out. He also spends a lot of time writing and performing in various performing arts.

MPhys (Hons)

Senior Microscopy Sales Specialist

I’m Karen. My background is in Astrophysics and since joining Laser 2000 in 2013, I have taken a keen interest in Microscopy.

My current role is Senior Microscopy Sales Specialist in the Technical Team, working with Industry and Research customers in the microscopy fields.

In my free time, I enjoy hiking and going on adventures, and am about to partake in my biggest one yet as a first-time parent.

I will be away on maternity leave from the 1st June 2024.

MPhys (Hons)

Team Leader – Photonics

I’m Toby, I did my Masters project around subatomic particles and graduated in 2013 from Swansea University. I joined the Laser 2000 team shortly afterwards.

I look after all customers in the East of England, and lead a team within our photonics division.

In my free time, I enjoy running, cycling and swimming as well as board games and RPGs.

BSc (Hons)

Territory Sales Manager – Photonics

I’m Shannon. My background is in Chemistry, focussing on Materials Chemistry and Catalysis.

I graduated from the University of Southampton in 2018 and joined Laser 2000 that same year. In my current role as Territory Sales Manager, I supports our customers, including research institutes and system manufacturers, based in London and Ireland with their photonics needs in a range of fields such as microscopy and quantum applications.

Outside of work, I lead an active lifestyle, enjoy reading and love spending time with my family and friends.

MPhys (Hons)

Field Sales Engineer

Following my bachelor’s degree, I completed a master’s degree in astrophysics and spacecraft instrumentation where I used microscopy and LIDAR to study the top 30 km of Mercury’s surface for future ESA missions.

I joined Laser 2000 in 2021, and in my current role as Field Sales Engineer, I support research institute’s and manufacturers of high end photonic products.

In my free time I enjoy rowing at international level, representing my local club as their club captain. I am training for races around the UK including Head of the River on the Thames and Henley Royal Regatta.

MSci (Hons)

Internal Sales Engineer

I’m Becca, a zoology graduate from the University of Nottingham.

I’ve got a knack for understanding spiders and love helping out with Semrock or any other photonics questions you might have.

I love nothing more than learning about new applications, let’s chat and figure out what works best for you!

BSc (Hons)

Internal Sales Engineer

I’m Levi, a biology graduate from the University of Lincoln.

I’ve worked extensively in COVID testing across labs and hospitals, refining technical skills, and developing a keen interest in healthcare technology. Now in photonics sales at Laser 2000 UK, aiming to support advancements in healthcare and scientific research. Let’s discuss how Laser 2000 UK can push scientific boundaries.

BSc (Hons)

Internal Sales Engineer

I’m Nils, a biology graduate from the University of Lincoln with a keen interest in photonics.

With imaging expertise, I’m here to assist with all your Semrock and photonics needs. My commitment lies in your success—I thrive on exploring fresh applications and research. Let’s collaborate to unlock photonics’ full potential for your endeavours.