Formlabs announced that Rob Willett has joined its Board of Directors to drive further expansion in professional 3D printing leadership efforts worldwide. Willett brings more than three decades of experience leading industrial automation, machine vision and global operations at top technology firms. He previously led Cognex Corporation through sustained growth and global scaling as its Chief Executive Officer. His industry insight will guide Formlabs’ strategic vision to expand hardware and software solutions across markets.
Willett’s View on Formlabs
Willett said, “Formlabs has built an industry-leading platform at the intersection of manufacturing hardware, software, and materials,” reflecting confidence in the company’s future. He added, “The company is uniquely positioned to drive the next era of digital production by making powerful fabrication tools more accessible without sacrificing performance. I’m excited to join the Board of Directors and help guide the company as it continues to scale globally.” Willett said he looks forward to helping Formlabs scale its 3D printing capabilities globally.
Company Vision and Board Changes
Formlabs continues advancing its long-term goal to make hardware production as fast and scalable as software development. The company has sold more professional SLA and SLS printers than any competitor, supporting innovation across industries. Customers have printed over 500 million parts for development, manufacturing, and healthcare applications. Formlabs also revealed that Carl Bass will step down from the board after more than eight years of dedicated leadership.
Chairman’s Statement on Leadership
“Rob has built and scaled global industrial technology businesses with operational rigor and discipline,”said Natan Linder, Chairman of the Board at Formlabs.“There is a strong MIT-rooted heritage connecting Cognex and Formlabs, two companies built at the intersection of software, hardware, and manufacturing. As Formlabs continues its evolution from breakthrough startup to enduring manufacturing platform, his experience scaling complex hardware and automation companies will be invaluable.”
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Source: Businesswire
