LiteSentry, Softsolution, and Strainoptics announce new CEO

Date: 19 April 2023
Source: Softsolution GmbH
LiteSentry, Softsolution, and Strainoptics announce new CEO
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Softsolution GmbH

Date: 19 April 2023

LiteSentry, Softsolution, and Strainoptics announce appointment of Jim Weiler to group CEO

LiteSentry LLC, Softsolution GmbH, and Strainoptics LLC, brought together over the previous 3 years to become the niche market leader in online and offline quality control instruments for the glass industry, are pleased to announce the addition of Jim Weiler as the group’s Chief Executive Officer.

Jim joins the team following nine years of executive leadership at Walman Optical where he was responsible for driving commercial growth and coordinating cross functional strategies. Additionally, Jim brings extensive experience from nearly 20 years with Chart Industries where his roles ranged from New Product Development Engineering to Product Manager to full P&L responsibility.

In this new role, Jim will lead the next phase of the platform’s growth through understanding customer applications and pain points to set strategy, new product/service development roadmap, and organizational capabilities. Jim will also look to expand commercial reach and support capabilities to serve new markets.

Thomas Schuller and Gary DiDio will continue in their roles as Presidents of Softsolution and LiteSentry respectively, reporting directly to Jim. Thomas commented, “Jim is a great addition to our team. He has quickly learned our systems’ capabilities, and his experiences will help us continue to innovate for the benefit of the industry.” Gary added, “Jim also brings an outstanding customer focus that will ensure we are continually listening to our users’ greatest needs and responding accordingly.”

Jim commented, “I am excited for the opportunity to lead these great businesses. The teams are exceptional, and the technologies are the best in the industry. I look forward to building on the great pieces already in place, while also finding new cross-business strategies that can further help our customers to produce great glass.”

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