2025/06 - LS Instruments Appoints Gora Conley as New CEO
LS Instruments Appoints Gora Conley as New CEO
LS Instruments is pleased to announce the appointment of Gaurasundar (Gora) Conley as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective as of June 1st, 2025.
Gora Conley joined LS Instruments in December 2024, bringing a distinctive blend of scientific expertise and leadership experience. With a strong academic background in soft matter, light scattering techniques, rheology, and microscopy, Gora previously conducted research under the supervision of Prof. Frank Scheffold, co-founder of LS Instruments, further strengthening his connection to the company’s scientific roots.
In addition to his scientific background, Gora has held leadership positions in dynamic and growing organizations. He brings valuable experience in business development, innovation management, and strategic operations. His understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by technology-driven companies makes him well-equipped to lead LS Instruments into its next phase of development.
At the same time, LS Instruments would like to sincerely thank Dario Leumann for his outstanding leadership and dedication over the past five years as CEO. Under Dario’s guidance, the company has made significant strides in industrialization, expanded its market presence, and introduced numerous product innovations that have strengthened LS Instruments’ technological leadership. We wish Dario all the best for his future endeavors.
"We are excited to welcome Gora Conley to lead LS Instruments," said Gabriel Haering, Chairman of the Board of Directors. "His strong scientific foundation, combined with his leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial mindset, make him an excellent fit for the company as we continue to grow and innovate."
With this leadership transition, LS Instruments is well positioned to build on its achievements and further strengthen its role as a leading provider of advanced solutions for light scattering, microrheology, and particle characterization.