CVD Equipment names Warren Cheesman acting CEO as Emmanuel Lakios steps down
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Cheesman has served as vice president of manufacturing operations since October 2022, with 30+ years in engineering and operations.
His prior roles included Veeco Instruments, Air Techniques, and Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace.
Lakios to depart in 2026
Emmanuel Lakios will leave as president and CEO on Sept. 3, 2026, relinquishing his board seat.
Cheesman named acting CEO amid restructuring
CVD Equipment named Warren Cheesman acting CEO, effective immediately, amid a restructuring that exits new CVD equipment system orders.




