The Company History- From A 2 Z
  A2Z Technologies Corporation was founded in 1997 and focused on the development of customized instrumentation for primarily Government customers, mainly through the Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) Program.

  A2Z Optics Corporation was formed in 1998 as a commercial spin-off and focused on the commercial development of an optics engine for multiple commercial applications (both Government and Commercial). In 2005, the entire business division for this product was purchased by an outside venture from A2Z Optics Corporation. 

  A2Z Innovations, Inc. was formed in 2003 to help small companies bring products to market.  We partner with companies/entrepreneurs that have access to a market but are having difficulty developing a breadboard, prototype or production-ready product.  As a standard, A2Z Innovations performs product development on a product equity basis. 

  The Mission
   Our mission at A2Z is to provide the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to transition feasible concepts to marketable products.

Our Experience:  Over 20 years experience in new product development.
For over 22 years, the principals of A2Z Innovations, Inc. (Michael C. Zari and Dr. Chris Anderson) have been developing new products that cover the spectrum in technologies, applications, and customers.  From high-tech, to low-tech, to no-tech, the key element in all successful development efforts has been the assembly of the right team.  

The Principals 

  Michael C. Zari - President and CEO
Mr. Zari has been in the product development business since 1986, teaming with customers in both the commercial and Government arenas. Having achieved many product successes over the years, he has valuable experience in all aspects of product development: from concept, to production, and the processes in between (i.e. design/engineering, prototyping, testing, product management, marketing, etc.).  With a Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering and a forte in all aspects of hardware development efforts, Michael has authored many papers and articles in the technical and scientific community, is an international presenter on his product accomplishments, and is a co-inventor on numerous patents and applications.  His talents and organization are a great asset to rapid product development.

  Chris Anderson, PhD - Sr. Design Engineer
Dr. Anderson has been in the commercial and Government product development business since 1984. Over the years, he has gained considerable experience in all phases of product development via his experience in a large corporation, academia, and owning his own consulting and product development company since 1994. He has also been the primary inventor and co-inventor on numerous patents and the author of many scientific journals. With a PhD in Electrical Engineering and his experience in product development, Chris excels in rapid assessment of concept feasibility and in detailed design analysis of concept solutions. 

  The Location

  A2Z Innovations, Inc. is located in Madison, AL, which neighbors Huntsville, AL, "America's Space Capitol."  The Huntsville area remains one of the South's fastest-growing. The population is estimated at 354,000 and it has one of the highest per capita incomes in the Southeast.