About Us
ArzhOptics is a consulting firm specialized in business development and strategic support for companies in the photonics , optics, and advanced technology sectors — helping them grow and expand their international reach.
We support startups, SMEs, mid-sized companies, technical centres, and research organizations in bringing their innovative technologies to market and developing their presence on international markets. Our approach combines technological expertise, market understanding, and hands-on operational support to accelerate our clients' growth and export development.
Founded by Alain Chardon, a photonics expert and seasoned business developer, ArzhOptics brings together solid scientific expertise and a strategic vision for the development of technology-driven companies.
Alain Chardon holds a PhD in Physics and an Executive Education degree in Business Unit Management from HEC Paris. Throughout his career, he has held general management, technical leadership, and R&D positions, as well as responsibilities in business development and commercial management, within several innovative startups and SMEs in the technology sector. With more than six years spent living and working in the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom, and extensive experience managing international suppliers and customers, he has developed a deep understanding of international scientific and industrial environments, as well as the challenges of innovation, strategic partnerships, industrialization, and international business development.
Thanks to this dual scientific and business background, ArzhOptics supports innovative companies in identifying growth opportunities, structuring their development strategy, and conquering new markets.
Our approach is based on
Active listening to understand your specific challenges.
Full transparency and trust-based relationships.
Strategic and operational support tailored to your business model.
A global network across North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region.
Discover how we can support your business
Whether you're looking to scale internationally, validate a market, or develop your distribution and sales, ArzhOptics is your trusted partner in navigating high-tech business development — from vision to execution..