ATIK CAMERAS - Key Persons


Dr Panos Kapetanopoulos - CEO

Job Titles:
  • Chief Executive
Panos' extensive experience covers development engineering and technical sales management for scientific imaging systems. As CEO, Panos oversees Atik's R&D, Sales and Marketing and Production departments. With a deep understanding of the scientific and industrial imaging sector, Panos is well equipped to ensure the best possible support for new and existing customers.

Frederico Dias

Job Titles:
  • Key Account Manager
Frederico joined Atik Cameras in 2021 and takes care of Atik's new and existing key customer accounts. He has 20 years of experience in sales and customer service, creating trusted, long-lasting relationships. From simple quotes to new bespoke solutions, Frederico works tirelessly to achieve quick and knowledgeable responses.

James Mckechnie

Job Titles:
  • Business Development Director
James joined Atik with nearly 15 years of experience in the scientific camera market, working with customers to select the best cameras for their applications and supporting OEM customers across a number of scientific disciplines. James works closely with our OEM customers to ensure the best solutions are found for them and works with our team to make integration and product customisation as seamless as possible.

Pedro Matos

Job Titles:
  • Production Manager
Pedro joined Atik Cameras in 2020, and now leads all operational areas in Atik's production facility in Lisbon. With a background in mechanical engineering, Pedro spent 20 years in the automotive industry, covering areas such as process engineering, purchasing, logistics, quality, maintenance and production. He brings these industry best practices to Atik Cameras production processes.

Rui Tripa

Job Titles:
  • Founding Member
  • Production Director
Rui heads up Atik's production facilities in Portugal and is a founder of Atik Cameras. He is extremely knowledgeable in the field of astronomy, with a background in IT and astronomical retail. He is now highly experienced in the production of imaging solutions for the life science, industrial engineering and art conservation markets.

Steve Chambers

Job Titles:
  • Founding Member
Steve spent 20 years as a research biochemist, working in the fields of protein structure and immunology, producing successful publications and grant applications. Away from the lab Steve engaged in a number of hobbies including electronics and astronomy. All of these interests came together with the founding of Atik Cameras to supply high performance, yet affordable cameras to life science and amateur astronomers.

Sónia Gil

Job Titles:
  • Financial Controller and Head of Corporate
Sónia joined Atik Cameras in 2021 and leads financial department, ensuring the smooth functioning of finances, accounting, HR and legal across the business. Sónia trained in accounting and business and comes with 21 years of experience in accounting, financial and management control. This experience has enabled her to travel widely, with first-hand experience of global customer requirements.

Tom Clarke

Job Titles:
  • Senior Research & Development Engineer
Since joining Atik Cameras in 2016, Tom has been instrumental in the design and development of our cameras and software. Tom has an extensive background in mathematics and software development having trained as a Software and Electronics Engineer.

Vince Bygrave

Job Titles:
  • Technical Support
Vince comes with over 15 years' experience in the field of astrophotography. He has been with Atik from the outset, providing customers with advice and technical support. Vince's extensive knowledge feeds into every aspect of the business from product development to informative content.