IPG Photonics appoints Gitin as new CEO

IPG Photonics announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Mark Gitin, 57, as the next Chief Executive Officer, CEO, of the Company and as a member of the Board, effective June 5, 2024. Dr. Gitin’s appointment follows a robust succession planning process, which was conducted with the assistance of a leading independent search firm and considered both internal and external candidates. Following Dr. Gitin’s addition, the Board will expand to 11 members. Dr. Gitin will succeed Dr. Eugene Scherbakov, 76. Dr. Scherbakov is a co-founder of IPG and has spent 30 years with the Company. He will remain a member of the Board and serve as an advisor to the newly appointed CEO.