Stuart Schoenmann

Biography

Mr. Schoenmann brings more than 25 years of expertise in the applied technology and high-tech manufacturing industry to the Avisa Board of Directors with 12 years of CEO or COO experience. Currently, an Operating Partner at Norwest Equity Partners, he helps evaluate and execute new investment opportunities and add-on acquisitions within the applied technology industry sector. He also plays an active role in strategic planning, business growth and corporate governance for Norwest Equity Partners portfolio companies. Mr. Schoenmann previously served as CEO of CVI Melles Griot, a leading global designer and manufacturer of precision photonics products. During his tenure, he built CVI into a leader within the photonics industry, transitioning the company into a diversified photonics supplier, aggressively expanding its product offerings, and completing four add-on acquisitions before overseeing the sale of the company to IDEX Corporation in 2011. He has also held leadership roles at several top applied technology companies, including Raytek, Corning, PerkinElmer and Rockwell International. Mr. Schoenmann received a BA in Physics from the University of California San Diego and an MBA from the University of Southern California. 

Research Interest

 Business Development