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# News

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Jul 8, 2025

## Spilman Leading Optimax into Next Frontier

Optimax, a local leader in precision optics, is entering an exciting new chapter of ...

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Mar 3, 2025

## Starris: Optimax Space Systems Partners with LLNL to Revolutionize Space Telescope Technology

A local leader in precision optics, Optimax Systems, has expanded its reach into space ...

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Nov 25, 2024

## Optimax names new CEO and president

Optimax names new CEO and president Optimax is the largest precision optics manufacturer ...

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Sep 6, 2024

## CREOL’s Optimax Research GranT Winner

Martin Richardson's Critical Large Diameter Optics for Mobile High Energy Laser ...

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Aug 7, 2024

## Optimax Launches Starris: Optimax Space Systems

Optimax has officially unveiled Starris: Optimax Space Systems! As the demand for ...

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Jul 22, 2024

## Women in Optics Scholarship Recipients

Congratulations to Natalie Fullerman of the University of Rochester and Jordan Baker of ...

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Jul 16, 2024

## NY I-SMART Corridor US Tech Hub Announced

CEO Rick Plympton and President Joe Spilman represented Optimax at the NY I-SMART ...

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Jun 28, 2024

## Tom Starin Recognized for Outstanding Financial Contributions

Optimax's CFO, Tom Starin, has been recognized for outstanding financial contributions to ...

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Apr 17, 2024

## Optimax Named a Top Workplace for 2024

Optimax has been named a Top Workplace in Rochester, NY for the 10th time. This year ...

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Mar 18, 2024

## Bloomberg Interviews Optimax CEO Rick Plympton

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