Timothy S. McComb, PhD is Senior Manager for Global Business Development and Applications at Coherent where he manages a team of industry experts, including in the e-mobility and battery space along with a global team of laser applications experts. He holds a BS in Engineering Physics from the University of Arizona and a MS and PhD in Optics and Photonics from the University of Central Florida, College of Optics. Prior to Coherent, he has held a wide range of roles the laser industry in a career spanning 15 years, including laser design, engineering, laser applications and business development.