The RRPC Leadership Award recipient for 2016 is Rick Plympton, CEO of Optimax Systems, who has been honored for his exceptional dedication and collaborative efforts with fellow members and the broader community to actively promote and advance the Rochester Region's Optics, Photonics, and Imaging Industry. Plympton is widely recognized for his extensive career work and significant contributions to both the regional and national optics, photonics, and imaging industries. In his influential position as a board member with the New York Photonics cluster, Plympton has been instrumental in initiating forward-thinking strategies, securing funding for vital initiatives, and tirelessly promoting New York’s OPI industry. His efforts have spanned nearly two decades, during which he has played a pivotal role in shaping the industry’s growth and innovation, fostering partnerships, and enhancing the region's reputation as a leader in these cutting-edge fields.
Oct 31, 2016
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