Brian Soller named President of JENOPTIK Optical Systems, LLC
Jenoptik is pleased to announce Brian Soller as the new President of JENOPTIK Optical Systems, LLC effective June 1, 2026. Brian will be responsible for the efficient operation, strategic development and sustainable growth of Jenoptik’s U.S. optics and photonics business.
Brian is a seasoned technology executive with more than 20 years of leadership experience in optics, photonics, instrumentation, semiconductors, and advanced materials. He has successfully built and scaled high-technology businesses, while leading global teams, driving commercial growth and overseeing strategic operations. Brian holds a Ph.D. in Optical Science from the University of Rochester and a B.S. in Physics and Mathematics from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.
“With the rapid growth of our key applications and markets like semiconductor & electronics and life science & medical technology, we are excited to have Brian onboard to help expand our optics and photonics business and customer portfolio especially in US,” said Dr. Ralf Kuschnereit, Member of the Executive Board of JENOPTIK AG.
Since February 2025, Vice President and General Manager of Jenoptik’s Huntsville, AL plant, Gregg Borek assumed the role of interim President of JENOPTIK Optical Systems, LLC. Gregg will continue to be an integral member of the JENOPTIK Optical Systems, LLC management board and focus on the semiconductor and AI based growth of microoptics manufactured at the Huntsville location.
About Jenoptik
Jenoptik is a global technology group operating in the photonics market. Our core markets primarily include semiconductor technology, medical technology, metrology as well as smart mobility. Almost 4,500 people worldwide work for the Jenoptik Group, which is headquartered in Jena (Germany). JENOPTIK AG is listed on the German Stock Exchange in Frankfurt and traded on the MDax and TecDax. In fiscal year 2025, Jenoptik generated revenue of 1,046 million euros.
