SPIE Elects David Hagan as 2027 Vice President, Shifting Focus to Global Outreach
Event summary
- David Hagan, Dean at CREOL, elected 2027 Vice President of SPIE, advancing to President in 2029.
- Hagan's tenure begins January 1, 2027, with a focus on global outreach and workforce pipeline expansion.
- SPIE Board of Directors gains new members with diverse backgrounds in academia, industry, and government.
- Hagan's research in nonlinear optical materials has led to widely adopted techniques and highly cited publications.
- Four new Society Directors elected for three-year terms starting in 2027.
The big picture
SPIE's election of David Hagan as 2027 Vice President underscores a strategic shift towards global outreach and workforce development in the optics and photonics sector. The new board members bring a mix of academic, industry, and government expertise, reflecting the society's commitment to advancing light-based science and technology. With over $26 million invested in the international optics community in the past five years, SPIE is positioning itself as a key player in shaping the future of the field.
What we're watching
- Global Outreach
- How SPIE's sustained global outreach initiative will impact awareness and workforce pipeline in optics and photonics.
- Diverse Leadership
- Whether the new board composition can foster a more inclusive and welcoming community within SPIE.
- Research Impact
- The pace at which Hagan's focus on nonlinear optical materials will drive further advancements and industry applications.