Laser Photonics Appoints Timothy Peterman as Acting CFO

What Happened
Laser Photonics Corporation (LASE) filed an 8‑K reporting that Timothy A. Peterman, age 59, joined the company as Acting Chief Financial Officer effective September 8, 2026. Mr. Peterman replaces Ralph Venegas, who will resume his prior role as Vice President, Finance and Reporting.

Key Details

• Appointment effective date: September 8, 2026.
• Incoming Acting CFO: Timothy A. Peterman (age 59).
• Outgoing interim CFO: Ralph Venegas will return to Vice President, Finance and Reporting.
• Background: Peterman served as CFO & COO of The J. Peterman Company (Mar 2024–May 2026), was CFO & CEO of iMedia Brands (May 2019–Aug 2023) and previously held senior finance roles at IAC, Sinclair Broadcast Group, and E.W. Scripps. iMedia Brands commenced a voluntary Chapter 11 in June 2023 and agreed to sell substantially all assets in July 2023. Peterman is a CPA (inactive) and holds a BS in Accounting from the University of Kentucky.

Why It Matters
A change in the company’s finance leadership is material for investors because the CFO oversees financial reporting, controls and investor communications. Mr. Peterman’s extensive CFO experience at publicly traded media and TMT companies is relevant context. Investors should watch subsequent filings for any details on employment terms, governance changes, or shifts in financial reporting and disclosure practices.