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With decades of experience in polymer optics, optical engineering, and advanced manufacturing, we bring deep technical expertise and precision to every stage of your project. From concept through production, our engineers, designers, and technicians collaborate seamlessly to create innovative, cost-effective solutions tailored to your exact requirements. We don’t just solve problems—we anticipate them, guiding your vision from idea to implementation. Whether it’s developing custom polymer optical components or optimizing complex systems for high-performance applications, our team is committed to delivering excellence through quality, creativity, and unwavering attention to detail. ## Sales & Leadership Team ![Don-Ehinger-headshot-600x600](https://21808144.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21808144/hubfs/Don-Ehinger-headshot-600x600.jpg?width=300&name=Don-Ehinger-headshot-600x600.jpg) DON EHINGER CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERDon has extensive experience in the optics industry, having held leadership roles at Navitar, Inc., Sydor Optics, and Jenoptik Optical Systems. As CEO, he is involved in all aspects of the business, with a strong focus on delivering solutions that exceed customer expectations. [![LinkedIn-icon-blue](https://21808144.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21808144/hubfs/In-Blue-14@2x.png?width=28&height=28&name=In-Blue-14@2x.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-ehinger-a93a53/) ![Chad Edwards](https://21808144.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21808144/hubfs/Chad.png?width=300&name=Chad.png) Chad Edwards VP of ManufacturingChad has over 25 years of experience leading manufacturing operations, process optimization, and continuous improvement in complex production environments. As Vice President of Operations, he oversees Apollo's daily operations, working closely with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to improve efficiency, support scalable production, and ensure the consistent delivery of precision polymer optical systems. [![LinkedIn-icon-blue](https://21808144.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21808144/hubfs/In-Blue-14@2x.png?width=28&height=28&name=In-Blue-14@2x.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-edwards-a3166585/) ![Greg French headshot](https://21808144.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21808144/hubfs/Greg-French-headshot-600x600.jpg?width=300&name=Greg-French-headshot-600x600.jpg) Greg French Sr Business Development ManagerGreg comes to Apollo with 25 years of experience within precision manufacturing environments, including 15 years inside precision optics manufacturing. He has held various technical and customer-facing roles within Manufacturing Engineering and Sales Engineering. As the Sr Business Development Manager, he is responsible for identifying and closing new business, contributing to Apollo’s product and technology roadmap, and championing Apollo’s value proposition. [![LinkedIn-icon-blue](https://21808144.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21808144/hubfs/In-Blue-14@2x.png?width=28&height=28&name=In-Blue-14@2x.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregory-french-0835ba198/) ![Chris Meetze headshot](https://21808144.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21808144/hubfs/Chris-Meetze-headshot-600x600.jpg?width=300&name=Chris-Meetze-headshot-600x600.jpg) Chris Meetze Senior Sales EngineerWith nearly 30 years of sales experience, over 25 of them in the optics and photonics industry, Chris brings deep expertise in helping customers find innovative and cost-effective solutions. As a key leader in the company, Chris is responsible for day-to-day business operations as well as developing new customer relationships. Reporting directly to the CEO, Chris is committed to creating win-win scenarios while identifying customer challenges and delivering solutions that drive success. 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The ultimate purpose is the complete mastery of mind over the material world, the harnessing of human nature to human needs." ![Nikola Tesla ](https://21808144.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21808144/hubfs/Tesla_circa_1890.jpeg?width=300&name=Tesla_circa_1890.jpeg) Nikola TeslaInventor & Engineer ## LATEST NEWS & EVENTS ### [How Advanced Optical Systems Are Powering the Next Generation of Humanoid Robotics](http://www.apollooptical.com/blog/how-advanced-optical-systems-are-powering-the-next-generation-of-humanoid-robotics) ### [Why Polymer Components Are Becoming Critical to the Future of Robotics](http://www.apollooptical.com/blog/why-polymer-components-are-becoming-critical-to-the-future-of-robotics) ### [Apollo Partners with Militram to Expand Presence in Israel](http://www.apollooptical.com/blog/apollo-partners-with-militram-to-expand-presence-in-israel) ### [Understanding Lens Power in Optical Systems](http://www.apollooptical.com/blog/understanding-lens-power-in-optical-systems) ![optics2](https://21808144.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21808144/hubfs/optics2.jpg?width=300&name=optics2.jpg) ### ASK US ABOUT OUR HIGH VOLUME MANUFACTURING CAPABILITIES [Let's Talk](http://www.apollooptical.com/contact-apollo-optical) [![Apollo Optical-LOGO-WHITE v2-1-1](https://21808144.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/21808144/hubfs/Apollo%20Optical-LOGO-WHITE%20v2-1-1.png?width=300&name=Apollo%20Optical-LOGO-WHITE%20v2-1-1.png)](https://apollooptical.com) ©2026 Apollo Optical Systems Inc. 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