Laura Elizabeth Horan
Staff Engineer - Product Management Lead @Vanguard Automation Gmbh
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WORK HISTORY
Staff Engineer - Product Management Lead @Vanguard Automation Gmbh
Karlsruhe, DE
EDUCATION
University College Cork
Bachelor's Degree, Physics
St. Angela's Convent Secondary School, Waterford.
Leaving Certificate
Tyndall National Institute
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Physics
ABOUT LAURA ELIZABETH HORAN
Technology is my passion, and over the past 20 years, I have dedicated myself to understanding what it truly takes to transform bold new ideas into marketable products with impact in the photonics and optoelectronics industry.I drive innovation and excellence in high-tech product development, product strategy, and R&D within advanced photonic integration and optical systems. I specialise in optical system design, lasers, fibre optics, optical metrology, and laser spectroscopy, complemented by optical simulation, programming, and experimental design skills.Currently, as Head of Product Management at Vanguard Automation GmbH, I spearhead disruptive technologies in optical connectivity using advanced two-photon polymerization solutions. My role bridges technical innovation, technology roadmapping, and commercial strategy, ensuring the successful delivery of next-generation scalable photonic integration products from concept through commercialization.I am passionate about scientific communication and innovation, and I am an active public speaker, frequently invited to present at conferences and expert panels on emerging trends in photonic integration and optical packaging.My expertise includes cross-functional leadership, technology integration, go-to-market strategy, and product lifecycle management, driving market growth and business impact in the photonics domain.
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