Florida Photonics Cluster – Bringing Florida's Photonics Innovations to Light

ADVANTAGES OF FPC MEMBERSHIP

Boost visibility
Extend marketing reach
Recruit talent
Influence workforce development
Expand regional knowledge
Get updates on photonics industry trends

Make strategic industry connections
Amplify your organization’s message
Establish valuable collaborations
Find support for entrepreneurial ventures
Collaborate with academic institutions
Join FL groupings at major conferences

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TOP 60 CAREERS IN OPTCS & PHOTONICS

A GUIDE FOR EARLY CAREER PROFESSIONALS to discover promising career paths in Florida

High-level position descriptions
Typical education & experience required
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Photonics-related educational institutions & programs
Select list of Florida Photonics Companies

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LATEST FPC NEWS

By Barron MillsAugust 1, 2024August 8, 2024

Torrent Photonics acquires Knight Optical

July 16, 2024, Tampa, FL - Torrent Holdings LLC, the parent company for Torrent Photonics, announced today the acquisition of Knig...

By Barron MillsApril 25, 2024September 19, 2024

Critical Frequency Design ribbon cutting on new headquarters in Melbourne, FL

April 25, 204, Melbourne, FL - Critical Frequency Design (CFD), an emerging aerospace and defense photonics technology company bas...

By FLPhotonicsFebruary 7, 2024February 7, 2024

BRIDG awarded $160 million grant for NSF Regional Innovation Engine

February 5, 2024, Kissimmee, FL - Last week, the Central Florida Regional Semiconductor Coalition, led by NeoCity's BRIDG and Osce...

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WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY

MKS | Newport has been actively involved with the Florida Photonics Cluster for three years and we enjoy staying up to date on the current state of the photonics industry in Florida. My team both enjoys and benefits from the various networking opportunities the FPC provides.

Marc Himel, Director Inside Sales & Success

MKS | Newport

We have been a Gold Patron Sponsor for the last 10 years and believe supporting the mission of the FPC is critical to growing the profile of the optics & photonics industry in Florida and globally. ERPOC has met a lot of very beneficial people over the years through the meetings and conferences. FPC is great all around and puts a good notice on the Florida Photonics Companies and how important we are to the industry.

Jason Hess, VP of Operations

ER Precision Optical

FPC provides opportunities to meet others in the industry, get in-depth insights into trends and form business relationships. We found our current recruiting company through FPC.

Ed Logue, CEO

Vision Engineering Solutions

Student membership allows me to interface with working professionals across all career stages in my field. Given our thriving local optics & photonics industry, this is a valuable resource that I highly recommend to fellow students.

Derek Burrell, PhD Student

UCF CREOL

Joining the Florida Photonics Cluster was one of the first business decisions I made when relocating to the area and certainly one of the best. The opportunity to serve on the FPC Board has allowed me to meet other executives in the area and advance the photonics industry in Florida. I look forward to seeing many of you, in-person and online in the future!