Paul Kelly, Chief Executive Officer and President, REO

Paul Kelly has over 30 years of experience in manufacturing companies working to improve customer service and quality, reduce cost and grow business. During his 3 years at Research Electro-Optics (REO), Paul has focused on developing and implementing strategies that address these issues. He has lead REO to be to recognized with several prestigious awards for excellence in manufacturing and supplier partnerships. This includes REO becoming the first US company to be recognized for excellence in the ADS SC21 Program, a UK supplier quality initiative for the defense and aerospace industries, as well as the Lockheed Martin 2014 Small Business Award. Prior to REO, he worked for 15 years leading Particle Measuring Systems (PMS), the global leader of laser-based particle counting instruments. During his tenure the company improved their execution, diversified their business into new markets and applications and significantly improved their global presence. He was previously employed by Emerson Electric for 10 years in manufacturing, engineering and General Management roles. Kelly holds a BS in metallurgical engineering from the University of Notre Dame, a MS in metallurgical engineering from Carnegie-Mellon University and a MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

Kim Hagel,Director, Human Resources, REO 

Kim Hagel has over 30 years experience in Human Resources, including 20 years in management. Kim joined REO in 2007. During her tenure at REO, Kim has fostered a culture that attracts and retains employees through implementation of an on-site clinic, volunteer time off, and other employee benefits. Kim has engaged REO with the Denver Metro Manufacturing Partnership Group and is on the Youth Task Force Committee which  is working to rebuild the workforce pipeline to meet the needs of growing Colorado manufacturers. Prior to joining REO, Kim was the Vice President of Human Resources for North America at Sunrise Medical.  Throughout her career she has actively championed and participated in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities.  Kim holds a Masters degree in Management, and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.