G&H Executive and Leadership Team

Gary Nettles, the Chief Operating Officer at G&H, directs all operational facets of the photonics technology and optical engineering company. Overseeing manufacturing processes and supply chain logistics, Nettles ensures the efficient production of advanced optical and light-based systems. This leadership role involves optimizing internal workflows to support the company's global market reach across aerospace and defense, life sciences, industrial, and scientific research sectors. By driving operational excellence, Gary Nettles guarantees the consistent delivery of high-quality solutions that meet stringent industry standards. The Chief Operating Officer's focus remains on scaling production capabilities to meet increasing global demand and maintaining the integrity of G&H's advanced optical engineering.

Robert Podlena, the President at G&H, drives the overarching corporate strategy and business development initiatives. Podlena provides executive leadership for the company's mission to design, develop, and manufacture advanced optical and light-based systems for global markets. This role involves steering G&H's market positioning and ensuring alignment across all business units to achieve strategic objectives. By fostering key stakeholder relationships and identifying new growth opportunities, Robert Podlena enhances the company's impact in sectors such as aerospace and defense, life sciences, industrial, and scientific research. The President's vision guides G&H's commitment to photonics technology and optical engineering excellence worldwide.

Stratos Kehayas, the President, Photonics Division at G&H, spearheads the strategic direction and operational performance of the company's core photonics business. Kehayas directs the development and manufacturing of advanced acousto-optic, electro-optic, and fiber optic solutions. This leadership function ensures G&H's photonics technologies meet the demanding requirements of global markets, including aerospace and defense, life sciences, industrial, and scientific research. By optimizing divisional operations and fostering innovation, Stratos Kehayas drives market leadership and technological advancement. The President, Photonics Division's focus on specialized optical engineering ensures G&H remains at the forefront of light-based systems development worldwide.

James Milkay, the Chief Information Officer at G&H, architects the company's information technology strategy and infrastructure. Milkay oversees the digital backbone supporting G&H's design, development, and manufacturing of advanced optical and light-based systems. This critical role ensures robust data management and cybersecurity across all global operations, safeguarding sensitive intellectual property and client information. By implementing cutting-edge IT solutions, James Milkay enhances operational efficiency and facilitates seamless collaboration among teams worldwide. The Chief Information Officer's initiatives directly support the company's market presence in aerospace and defense, life sciences, industrial, and scientific research sectors, ensuring technological readiness and competitive advantage.

Melinda Chudleigh, the Chief People Officer at G&H, cultivates a high-performance culture essential for innovation in photonics technology. Chudleigh leads all human resources functions, focusing on talent acquisition, development, and retention to support the company's global workforce. This strategic position ensures that G&H attracts and retains the specialized expertise required for designing and manufacturing advanced optical and light-based systems. By fostering employee engagement and implementing robust HR policies, Melinda Chudleigh directly contributes to the company's success across aerospace and defense, life sciences, industrial, and scientific research sectors. The Chief People Officer's dedication to workforce excellence underpins G&H's capacity for groundbreaking optical engineering and sustained market leadership.