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NLM Photonics

Seattle, US · Founded 2018 · 32 employees on LinkedIn · 4 known investors

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NLM Photonics develops hybrid organic electro-optic modulation materials and devices that integrate into silicon photonics and other photonic integrated circuit platforms to improve modulation efficiency and reduce power consumption. Its technology targets data centers, quantum computing, mmWave communications, and AI applications across the semiconductor, computing, and telecommunications industries.

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Founders & leadership

NLM Photonics was founded in 2018 by Gerard Zytnicki, Paul Nye, Delwin Elder, Lewis E. Johnson, and Bruce H. Robinson.

GZGerard Zytnicki
Gerard ZytnickiinCo-Founder & Corporate AdvisorGerard Zytnicki co-founded NLM Photonics, a University of Washington spinout developing optical modulation materials for silicon photonics, and spent 25 years at Microsoft in product management and leadership roles managing global engineering teams and product launches across multiple markets and regions.
PNPaul Nye
Paul NyeinCo-founderPaul Nye is co-founder of NLM Photonics, which develops hybrid organic electro-optic modulation materials for silicon photonic integrated circuits. He has experience in silicon photonic device design, business development, and venture capital.
DEDelwin Elder
Delwin ElderinCo-founderDelwin Elder is Director of Materials Development at NLM Photonics and brings experience as a research chemist and materials scientist with expertise in organic electronic materials, polymer science, and nanomaterials, along with management experience in product development and cross-functional collaboration.
LELewis E. Johnson
Lewis E. JohnsoninCo-Founder & Chief Technology Officer
BHBruce H. Robinson
Bruce H. RobinsoninCo-Founder & Technical Advisor
BBBrad Booth
Brad BoothinChief Executive Officer & Board Director
VRVijay Raghavan
Vijay RaghavaninChief Financial Officer (fractional)

Investors · 4

Emerald Technology Ventures AgZurich · $540K – $5.4M
Oregon Venture FundPortland · $500K – $5M
Pack VenturesreportedSeattle
StoryHousereportedSisters

Non-dilutive funding · 4 SBIR/STTR awards

Federal grants — no equity taken
AgencyPhaseYearAmount
NASAPhase ISTTR2023$150K
U.S. Air ForceAir ForcePhase I2023$75K
National Science FoundationPhase ISTTR2021$256K
Department of EnergyPhase ISTTR2021$230K

Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.

In the news

Reflections on 2025 Accomplishments and Cheers to a Bright 2026 | NLM Photonicsnlmphotonics.com · Dec 2025NLM Photonics Receives Investment From Emerald and Oregon Venture Fund | Newswirenewswire.com · Jan 2025NLM Photonics Raises $1M in Fundingfinsmes.com · Jul 2023NLM Photonics raises $1M from Japanese ventures to boost electro-optic technologygeekwire.com · Jun 2023About Us | NLM Photonicsnlmphotonics.com · Jun 2020

Frequently asked questions

What does NLM Photonics do?
NLM Photonics develops hybrid organic electro-optic modulation materials and devices that integrate into silicon photonics and other photonic integrated circuit platforms to improve modulation efficiency and reduce power consumption. Its technology targets data centers, quantum computing, mmWave communications, and AI applications across the semiconductor, computing, and telecommunications industries.
Who founded NLM Photonics?
NLM Photonics was founded by Gerard Zytnicki, Paul Nye, Delwin Elder, Lewis E. Johnson, Bruce H. Robinson in 2018.
Who are NLM Photonics's investors?
NLM Photonics's investors include Emerald Technology Ventures Ag, Oregon Venture Fund, Pack Ventures, StoryHouse.
Where is NLM Photonics headquartered?
NLM Photonics is headquartered in Seattle, US.