Meet the Team

Passionate people, powerful results.

The People Behind ML Photonic’s Innovation

At ML Photonic, our success is built on the talent, dedication, and collaboration of our global team. From optical engineers and designers to manufacturing specialists and support staff, each member plays a vital role in delivering the precision, quality, and innovation our clients rely on.

We’re proud to introduce the people who bring our vision to life—driving progress in optics and photonics every day.

MLPhotonic - Meet the Team - Richard Green - General Manager
Richard Green

General Manager

Our General Manager brings a wealth of experience and strategic vision to the team. With a proven track record of leadership and a passion for driving success, he expertly guides our operations and inspires our staff to achieve their best.

MLPhotonic - Meet the Team - Richard Green - General Manager
Robert Wright

Sales Manager

Rob has a great experience in the industry. He inspires and motivates the team, whilst balancing strategy with empathy. He drives results through clear communication, accountability, and continuous development, fostering collaboration and resilience in challenging times.

MLPhotonic - Meet the Team - Elizabeth Tirona - Business Co-ordinator
Laura Collings

Business Co-ordinator

A wearer of many hats, Laura is responsible for our People and Finance functions across the business. She brings with her experience of running her own small business and 15 years of HR and recruitment expertise.

MLPhotonic - Meet the Team - Richard Green - General Manager
Stuart Balsillie

Facilities, Process and Equipment Engineer

Stuart has a wide bandwidth of knowledge and experience spanning over two decades in the industry. Working closely with the rest of the management team and the production team he achieves excellent results along with promoting a healthy culture across the board.

ML Photonic - Meet the Team - Chris Williams - Quality and Health and Safety Manager
Paul McNellis
Quality and Compliance Manager

Paul brings over 12 years of experience within highly regulated semiconductor and photonics manufacturing environments. With expertise in Quality Management Systems, audit leadership, CAPA management, and continuous improvement, Paul has led initiatives that enhance operational performance, product reliability, and customer satisfaction. At ML Photonic, Paul plays a key role in strengthening the company’s quality culture and supporting the delivery of innovative, high-quality photonic solutions.

MLPhotonic - Meet the Team - Colin Williams - Chief Technology Officer
Colin Williams

MSc CEng MIET MRAeS
Chief Technology Officer

Having worked with primes for 30 years, our CTO has extensive experience and expertise in aerospace and defence optical systems. With this technical leadership and vision, ML Photonic is at the forefront of innovation.

ML Photonic - Meet the Team - Peter Williams - Business Development Manager
Peter Williams

Business Development Manager

Peter brings 40 years of photonic and precision optics expertise. He excels at building cross-functional teams in engineering, manufacturing, and sales. With a proven track record, Peter drives business development, fosters strong relationships, and manages satellite territory growth within diverse customer and supplier environments.

Our Commitment to Innovation and Quality

Dedicated: MLPhotonic is dedicated to being a global benchmark for innovation in high-end optical technology applications.

Committed: We are committed to providing high-quality, customised solutions that meet the specific optical needs of various industries.

Goal Driven: We aim to drive the global optical industry forward, enabling higher levels of precision and unlocking broader application possibilities.

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Robert Wright

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Sales Manager

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