David Gillett
Group Managing Director @Laser 2000 Uk
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WORK HISTORY
Group Managing Director @Laser 2000 Uk
Huntingdon, GB
Led the MBO of AVR Photonics Group in 2021, to become CEO & Group Managing Director of all four group companies. Leading a team of just under 50 globally. Developing the business to ensure the customer always continues to come first. Structuring the business to be be resilient for scalable, sustainable growth, through creation of a management structure & system, and the development of lean processes and effective, modern business systems. Implemented professional trade compliance processes to prevent improper use of advanced technologies. Leading a culture that nurtures diversity, emotional intelligence, effective communication and support for colleagues. Strongly supporting company STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) outreach to schools, giving something back to encourage children from all backgrounds to be inspired to pursue careers in STEM areas of business.
EDUCATION
University of Oxford
MA
University of Oxford
BA, Chemistry
University of Oxford
D.Phil, Physical Chemistry (Laser Spectroscopy)
SKILLS
ABOUT DAVID GILLETT
As the CEO of AVR Photonics Group and its subsidiaries, Laser (UK) Limited and AVRO Inc. in the USA, I put the customer and my team first and utilise a visionary approach to leadership focused on sustainable growth, strategic market expansion, team progression & well-being, and operational excellence. With a proven track record in transforming domestic SMEs into global market leaders, I am adept at penetrating major international markets and optimising business alignments to maximise profitability and market presence.Under my leadership since February 2021 when I led the MBO, the AVR Photonics Group, which includes the well-established Laser (UK) Limited and the fast-growing US-based AVR Optics, has continued to build on a 30-year legacy of excellence. Our focus remains on enhancing customer satisfaction, maintaining rigorous trade compliance, and ensuring ethical business practices across all operations.Through strategic audits and keen observation, I identified the necessity for a robust management structure that not only addresses current operational needs but also increases the diversity of our team, enables progression and succession whilst ensuring the business is scalable and resilient for the future. My leadership style fosters high performance teams, emphasising emotional intelligence, empowerment, and personal development. This has resulted in the establishment of clear career pathways, talent development programs, and succession planning initiatives throughout the organisation, with a diverse pool of skilled individuals capable of leading the company forward in an ever-evolving market landscape. I excel in global business development, particularly in high-growth markets such as the Far East, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, India, and Latin America, leveraging my multilingual proficiency in Mandarin, Japanese, French, German, Italian, and Portuguese. My extensive experience includes living and working in diverse international environments like the USA, Germany, and France, which enriches my leadership and strategic insights.Read my thought leadership papers in the publications section to explore the innovative strategies that I have used which have influenced key global stakeholders and governments.Connect with me at: +44 1933 #Photonics #PrivateEquity #Leadership #GlobalBusiness #Innovation #TeamDevelopment #CulturalChange
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