Meet Our Ambassadors
Duncan Wood
CEO, Rapid News Group
Chairman, VNU Rapid News Company
RAPID + TCT has always been and will continue to be the most important event in North America. It is the only place to launch new technology to a qualified audience, enhance brand visibility, and build invaluable connections.
Shannon Van Deren
President, AMUG
President, Layered Manufacturing and Consulting
RAPID + TCT meets you where you're at. You may be a longtime user of additive, or you may just be launching your journey into discovering and learning about additive. Sharing time with industry enthusiasts will surely offer inspiration and understanding.
Nils Niemeyer
General Manager, DMG MORI Additive Solutions
What's important for us at RAPID + TCT is that it's where we get feedback from the market. We find out what the requirements are today and for the future, and that goes immediately into the development of any new platforms and technologies.
Bradley Rothenberg
CEO and Founder, nTop
RAPID + TCT is all about the people: connecting with customers, seeing the innovative work they're doing with our software, and exploring all that’s made possible with the latest manufacturing technology across the show floor.
Ric Fulop
CEO, Desktop Metal
RAPID + TCT is a pillar event within the AM community, which is why we launched our company there in 2017 and we are launching an important new product this year. We’re excited to be part of the ‘North American Tour’ and to host RAPID 2026 in our hometown of Boston.
Avi Reichental
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Nexa3D
The Additive Manufacturing industry needs to realize that AI is one of our greatest tools for sustainability, scalability, profitability, and progress. Join Nexa3D at RAPID + TCT and let’s continue to push the boundaries of what is possible.
Dr. Melissa Orme
Vice President of Additive Manufacturing
The Boeing Company
What sets RAPID + TCT apart is its inclusive, multidisciplinary focus…from aerospace and defense to medical, automotive, oil and gas, heavy industry, and consumer products. It’s impactful to hear emerging trends from industry leaders.
John Wilczynski
Executive Director, America Makes
Expanding the RAPID + TCT North American Tour to new locations is a strategic move for fostering growth and engagement within the manufacturing community. The event is an opportunity to build connections that can lead to valuable partnerships, knowledge sharing, and business opportunities.
Nora Toure
Founder, Women in 3D Printing
RAPID + TCT is unique in many ways. It has become one of the most important yearly meetings for Women in 3D Printing, where we connect with the industry from North America and beyond.
Shai Terem
CEO, Markforged
RAPID + TCT has evolved along with the industry from showcasing rapid prototyping to now showcasing real production-ready parts. Together, the industry needs to move into mainstream adoption, and RAPID + TCT combines the right locations with the right industry segment focus to accomplish that goal.
Jeffrey Graves
President and CEO, 3D Systems
RAPID + TCT provides us with the invaluable opportunity to engage with our customers, suppliers, and colleagues, unveil cutting-edge technologies, and delve into conversations to stay current on trends that are relevant to all of us.
Savi Baveja
President of Personalization and 3D Printing & Chief Incubation Officer, HP
RAPID + TCT holds a special place in our hearts at HP’s Personalization & 3D Printing business. It’s where passion meets innovation, forging connections that drive industry advancement. Our ongoing participation reflects our deep commitment to shaping the future of manufacturing through collaboration and inspiration.
Dr. Yoav Zeif
CEO, Stratasys
RAPID + TCT presents a fantastic opportunity for manufacturers to explore how to leverage the power of additive manufacturing to transform their business. At Stratasys, we’re excited to collaborate with customers and partners at this event, showcasing how our innovation and experience make additive work to solve real-world challenges across various industries.
Mara Hitner
Vice President, Strategic Partnerships, MatterHackers
The additive manufacturing industry changes constantly. There are always new people, new solutions, new technology, new use cases. No matter what, you know you’re going to see it firsthand at RAPID + TCT—which is why you have to be there.
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Experience the Future of AM at
RAPID + TCT
Additive manufacturing is revolutionizing – everything around us everything we touch, see, hear, drive, fly, and build. For 35 years, SME has gathered the greatest minds in industrial 3D printing and additive manufacturing to create RAPID + TCT, a premier event where leaders, startups, and suppliers showcase innovations and solutions. This vibrant hub fosters collaboration and launches products into advanced applications, driving safer travel, longer lives, and faster advancement. Join the pioneers at RAPID + TCT, connect with industry trailblazers, and be part of tomorrow's solutions. Now embarking on a North American tour, RAPID + TCT accelerates the adoption of additive manufacturing across key industries.
From Vision to Reality
How RAPID + TCT became North America’s largest additive manufacturing and industrial 3D-printing event – and where it’s headed next.
North American Tour
Insights. Connections. Innovation.
2024
Los Angeles
June 25 - 27
2025
Detroit
April 8 - 10
2026
Boston
April 14 - 16