Team

The Nuhsbaum Team is ready to serve your microscopy and digital imaging needs. Rely on the most trusted, experienced, and professional team.

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Greg Wendt

President, Senior Partner

(815) 358-5200
gwendt@nuhsbaum.com

Greg has over 30 years of experience in the field of microscopy. He enjoys helping customers with old and new microscopes. When not taking care of needs in the office, he spends time hiking, biking, gardening, following the Chicago White Sox, and working on old engines. Greg and his wife have a daughter, two sons, one grandson and two dogs.

Chris Huppenbauer with microscopes

Chris Huppenbauer, Ph.D.

Vice President, Advanced Imaging & Applications Specialist

(708) 227-7805
chuppenbauer@nuhsbaum.com

With over 25 years experience in all aspects of microscopy and a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Chris is an invaluable resource to any organization requiring advanced microscopy systems. Chris is dedicated to advancing research and product development using microscopy techniques. He spends his free time with his son and dabbles in real-estate, cars, bikes, and all aspects of technology.

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Steve Pickens

Sales Illinois, Iowa

(630) 484-8200
spickens@nuhsbaum.com

Steve has over 30 years of Microscopy Experience and Custom Solutions. When not working with clients on microscopy solutions, Steve enjoys spending time with family, the freedom of riding his motorcycle, playing bass guitar, and sitting on a beach listening to the ocean.

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Craig Wollschlager

Sales & Marketing, Wisconsin, N. Iowa, & UP Michigan

(608) 287-8355
craig@nuhsbaum.com

Craig has over 25 years of experience helping people in fields such as microscopy, biotech & pharma, quality assurance, marketing, and business. Craig enjoys spending time with his wife, two kids, and four dogs as well as hiking, camping, and enjoying all the outdoors has to offer.

Steve at his microscope

Steve Volz

Sales Kentucky, Southern Indiana

(859) 412-0301
svolz@nuhsbaum.com

Steve has over 25 years of experience in the world of microscopy. Steve has seen it all! His knowledge base is crucial to finding the exact solutions our customers are looking for. When not at a microscope, you can find Steve and his wife enjoying the open roads and wilderness.

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Erick Gonzalez

Sales Indiana

(630) 538-1334
erick@nuhsbaum.com

Erick has several years of sales and customer service experience, with over five years dedicated to the field of microscopy. His current territory is the state of Indiana, with a focus on life science, industry, clinical, and academia. When not helping customers with their microscopy needs, Erick enjoys spending time with his family and three dogs and exploring new vacation destinations.

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John Massey

Senior Service Engineer Indiana and Western Michigan

(317) 473-4012
john@nuhsbaum.com

John has over 25 years experience with factory training by Nikon and ZEISS. He is focused on providing preventive maintenance to improve usability and longevity of customer equipment. When time permits he enjoys cooking, photography, and high power rocketry.

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Sandra Massey

Service Engineer Illinois and Wisconsin

(815) 482-5565
sandra@nuhsbaum.com

Sandra has cleaned and repaired thousands of microscopes over her tenure with Nuhsbaum. Factory trained by ZEISS, Sandra is truly an expert in her craft with great attention to detail.

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Madeline McClain

Customer Service

(815) 385-5200
madclain@nuhsbaum.com

Madeline has spent over 35 years with Nuhsbaum, nearly since the beginning. A huge asset to the company, she knows every aspect of the business from behind the scenes. An expert in customer service and getting things done. Outside of work, Madeline enjoys spending time with her family, grandkids, and dog Roxie.

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Allison Levin

Customer Service

(815) 358-5200
allison@nuhsbaum.com

Allison joined Nuhsbaum in 2022 and has been “learning the ropes” at breakneck speed. She has proven to be a great asset to the company. Not only in her customer service role, but contributing to sales support, marketing, and website design. When not at work, you’ll find Allison outside on a nature walk, or writing a new song on her ukulele. She finds joy in helping others, and inspiring people to appreciate the simple things in life.