Part 2 of Photonics Media's exclusive interview with laser giant's new executive team.SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 13, 2020 — Coherent’s new CEO, Andy Mattes, and COO Mark Sobey granted Photonics Media an exclusive interview to discuss, among a variety of subjects, the company’s response to COVID-19, their unique working dynamic, and gaining market share in the near future. This interview has been edited for concision and clarity. COO Mark Sobey. Courtesy of Coherent. Q. Do you feel the laser materials processing market is a potential area of growth for Coherent in the future? Mark: So I think the terminology of “materials processing” is used a little loosely. Certain people...Read full articleRelated content from Photonics MediaARTICLESThe Russia-Ukraine War Shifts Risks in Global Supply Chains and MarketsThe Russian military invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24 activated a global narrative that could unfold over months and even years. 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