Darren Robinson

Sales & Marketing Director

Darren has been Marketing Director since 1990, having earlier held various roles with the company both in New Zealand and overseas.

He leads the sales and marketing activities  for Rakon globally and has been instrumental in Rakon’s expansion into new markets, its commercialisation of new applications and its development of business relationships with many Fortune 500 companies.

Through Darren’s in-depth understanding of the ecosystem and industry, he also plays an integral part in steering Rakon’s R&D efforts.

He guides product development teams to meet new requirements in emerging applications and to solve problems for customers and the industry.

Darren is also a strong advocate for Rakon’s commitment to fostering local engineering talent.

Updated as at 05/07/2017.

Dr. Sinan Altug

Managing Director, Europe

Sinan joined Rakon in 2002. In his role as the Managing Director of Europe, he is responsible for all aspects of Rakon’s European business units, which includes manufacturing operations, R&D sites and sales, and contributes significantly to Rakon’s turnover.

Prior to his current role, Sinan was Global Business Development and Applications Director, driving Rakon’s entry and growth in multiple strategic business segments.

Before joining Rakon Sinan held various management positions in the frequency control products industry.

Sinan holds M.S. EE, Ph.D. EE, and MBA degrees.

Updated as at 05/07/2017.

Simon Bosley

Chief Financial Officer

Simon joined Rakon in November 2012 and was appointed as Chief Financial Officer in February 2013.

Simon has had a lead role in Rakon’s diversified investment in Thinxtra and the structural change undertaken by the company in recent years. In his current role he is responsible for Rakon’s finance, information systems and investor relations functions.

Simon is also Rakon’s Company Secretary.

He previously spent  ten years with Sony in executive management positions in New Zealand and Australia. Simon is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ).

Updated as at 05/07/2017.

Scott Stemper

Global Quality Manager

Scott joined Rakon in January 2015 as Global Quality Manager. He leads the development and improvement of quality processes and systems to enhance Rakon’s drive to be the leading provider of world class products.

Scott’s background includes 10 years as Global Quality Manager with Raltron Electronics Corporation and 20 years with CTS Frequency Controls in oscillator product engineering and quality management roles.

He has also held senior quality management positions with L-3 Communications and D&S Consultants Incorporated.

Updated as at 05/07/2017.