James M. Sydor

Chairman at

Stefan Sydor Optics, Inc.

Electronic Technology

Commercial Services

Health Technology

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James M.
Sydor is the founder of Sydor Instruments LLC, which was founded in 2004.
He is currently the Chairman of Stefan Sydor Optics, Inc. since 1978 and a Director of American Precision Optics Manufacturers Association.
He was previously a Director of Rochester Regional Photonics Cluster, Inc., a Foreman-Optical Fabrication Department of AO Safety Products, and a Principal of American Cystoscope Makers, Inc. in 2013.
Mr. Sydor obtained an undergraduate degree from Monroe Community College.

James M. Sydor active positions

Companies	Position	Start
American Precision Optics Manufacturers Association American Precision Optics Manufacturers Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The American Precision Optics Manufacturers Association (APOMA) is a U.S.-based organization representing precision optics manufacturers, supporting industries, and academic associates dedicated to advancing optics manufacturing and technology. The private company is based in Rochester, NY. APOMA serves companies specializing in custom precision optical components—including aspheres, prisms, plano optics, coatings, micro optics, and assemblies—across sectors such as aerospace, defense, biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, and scientific research. The association promotes collaboration among industry, academia, and government to foster innovation, quality, and growth in the precision optics field. APOMA provides members with resources such as a member directory, technical workshops, annual meetings, newsletters, job opportunities, and scholarship funds. It maintains committees focused on workforce development, apprenticeship programs, ISO standards, trade controls, and government relations, supporting best practices, industry advocacy, workforce training, and networking opportunities within the precision optics manufacturing community.	Director/Board Member	08/10/2010
Stefan Sydor Optics, Inc. Stefan Sydor Optics, Inc. Electronic ComponentsElectronic Technology Manufactures flat optics	Chairman	01/01/1978

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Rochester Regional Photonics Cluster, Inc. Rochester Regional Photonics Cluster, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Engages in promoting the area's photonics, optics and imaging industry	Director/Board Member	-
American Cystoscope Makers, Inc. American Cystoscope Makers, Inc. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology Manufactures medical devices focused on urology and gynecology	Corporate Officer/Principal	-
Sydor Instruments LLC Sydor Instruments LLC Electronics/AppliancesConsumer Durables Provides custom diagnostics and imaging systems	Founder	-
AO Safety Products AO Safety Products Electronic ComponentsElectronic Technology Provides optical instruments & lenses	Corporate Officer/Principal	-

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Private companies	7
AO Safety Products AO Safety Products Electronic ComponentsElectronic Technology Provides optical instruments & lenses	Electronic Technology
American Cystoscope Makers, Inc. American Cystoscope Makers, Inc. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology Manufactures medical devices focused on urology and gynecology	Health Technology
Monroe Community College Monroe Community College Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
Stefan Sydor Optics, Inc. Stefan Sydor Optics, Inc. Electronic ComponentsElectronic Technology Manufactures flat optics	Electronic Technology
Sydor Instruments LLC Sydor Instruments LLC Electronics/AppliancesConsumer Durables Provides custom diagnostics and imaging systems	Consumer Durables
American Precision Optics Manufacturers Association American Precision Optics Manufacturers Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The American Precision Optics Manufacturers Association (APOMA) is a U.S.-based organization representing precision optics manufacturers, supporting industries, and academic associates dedicated to advancing optics manufacturing and technology. The private company is based in Rochester, NY. APOMA serves companies specializing in custom precision optical components—including aspheres, prisms, plano optics, coatings, micro optics, and assemblies—across sectors such as aerospace, defense, biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, and scientific research. The association promotes collaboration among industry, academia, and government to foster innovation, quality, and growth in the precision optics field. APOMA provides members with resources such as a member directory, technical workshops, annual meetings, newsletters, job opportunities, and scholarship funds. It maintains committees focused on workforce development, apprenticeship programs, ISO standards, trade controls, and government relations, supporting best practices, industry advocacy, workforce training, and networking opportunities within the precision optics manufacturing community.	Commercial Services
Rochester Regional Photonics Cluster, Inc. Rochester Regional Photonics Cluster, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Engages in promoting the area's photonics, optics and imaging industry	Commercial Services