About Us
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Stephen Hill
DIRECTOR
Stephen Hill is the Managing Director of Product Development at Avalon Holographics, where he leads a multidisciplinary group of engineers, scientists, and technical specialists developing the world’s most advanced holographic displays. Over the past 15 years, he’s built his career in Newfoundland and Labrador’s tech sector, focused on developing new technologies, leading technical teams, and translating innovation into real-world solutions.
Stephen holds a bachelor’s in electrical engineering from Memorial University. He has contributed to patents in light field rendering and display design, and has shared this work through talks at PEGNL, NECEC, and local innovation events. Throughout his career, he has taken part in the Genesis Evolution program and spent several years working from the Genesis Centre, where he connected with local entrepreneurs and early-stage startups.
Stephen brings a collaborative and practical mindset to everything he does and believes strongly in learning by doing. He focuses on building a strong engineering culture rooted in clarity, autonomy, and mutual respect. Outside of work, he helps his wife run their small business, is a father of two with a third on the way, and enjoys woodworking, rowing, 3D printing, and home automation.
Stephen is eager to contribute to the board’s strategic work and help guide the province’s evolving tech landscape with a practical, builder’s perspective. He’s proud to be part of Newfoundland and Labrador’s growing tech ecosystem and looks forward to sharing his experience and supporting others who are building meaningful, high-impact technology, particularly in deep tech and product development.