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QVI announces Keith E Polidor as President and Chief Executive Officer

Published on : Thursday 15-06-2023

Keith has had 23 years of experience with QVI, most recently as Chief Operating Officer (COO) since 2016.

June 14, 2023 – Quality Vision International Inc (QVI®), a world-leading manufacturer of precision metrology systems, has announced that Keith E Polidor has been named as President and Chief Executive Officer effective June 9th, 2023.

Keith has had 23 years of experience with QVI, most recently as Chief Operating Officer (COO) since 2016 and as QVIs Corporate Secretary since 2007. Prior to his role as COO, he led strategic and operational functions in Manufacturing, Quality, Information Systems, and Marketing. His educational credentials include an MBA degree from Rochester Institute of Technology and a BA degree from Colgate University. He will be the 3rd generation President of the company.

Keith is stepping into the roles being vacated by Edward Tarry Polidor. Tarrys career with QVI has spanned six decades. He was the 2nd generation company President for 46 years, assuming the role from his father and company founder in 1977. During Tarrys tenure, the concept of video metrology was invented and introduced to the world, enabling manufacturers to measure their parts optically in new and revolutionary ways, which drove company growth. Under Tarrys leadership, QVI is well positioned for the leadership transition announced now. He will remain with the company, transitioning into the role of President Emeritus.

Tarry commented on the change, saying, Over the companys 78-year history, technology introduced and offered by QVI has transformed the industry. Under Keiths leadership, the tradition of innovation in dimensional metrology will continue.

Quality Vision International (QVI®) is an originator of video measuring systems for manufacturing quality control and continues to be a leader in applying technology for advanced metrology. QVI is an ISO9001:2015-certified company that designs and builds a complete line of dimensional measuring machines combining optical, laser, and contact sensors into easy-to-use systems. QVI systems are used by manufacturers globally to measure and inspect their products for quality and process control.

Founded in 1945, the company has grown to become a world leader in optical, mechanical, electronic, and software technologies for vision and multisensor measuring systems. Headquartered in Rochester, New York, QVIs campus encompasses more than six acres of manufacturing and service space in five buildings.