Nora Toure founded the non-profit Women in 3D Printing (Wi3DP) in 2014 to promote women leaders in the additive manufacturing industry. After presiding over the organization for seven years and building a strong foundation and team, Nora is now acting as the Chairwoman of the Board.

In addition to her sales & marketing skills, Nora learned from her various positions and acquired additional skills for web design, blogging, event management, community engagement, and has become an established leader in the AM industry. She currently serves Materialise as its Director of Sales, Medical Device Companies.

Pursuing her vision for more social inclusion, she joined 3D Africa as Board Advisor and sits at various other Advisory Boards, such as 3DHeals', the Journal of 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing, TCT Group's, and De Anza's Design and Manufacturing Technologies Department.

Who We Are and What We Believe

Women in 3D Printing (Wi3DP) is a movement of individuals from all over the globe, from diverse backgrounds, gender identities, and socioeconomic statuses, who have come together to have a stronger voice in the additive manufacturing (AM) industry. We are driving beyond our organizational foundations in gender parity to create, support, and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive – and thus more innovative – workforce. We work to ensure no one feels excluded while working in, learning about, or being inspired by this world-changing technology.

We support and welcome everyone, no matter their gender, age, ethnicity, race, religion, socioeconomic background, disability, or sexual orientation.

Our Beliefs

Innovation is only possible when decision-making rooms represent the world in which they operate. Agreeing to disagree with and to be challenged by our peers is a privilege everyone should welcome. This is how we grow and strengthen our understanding and our industry. No one should feel isolated, ashamed, or unwelcomed as a member of the additive manufacturing industry. Individuality is welcomed, and does not impede our ability to do our work. There is power in the number of people who act for more diversity, equity, and inclusion. Everyone in additive manufacturing and 3D printing is a badass!

Our Goals

• Create a safe space for all
• Strengthen the presence of underrepresented groups in leadership positions and engineering roles
• Generate and celebrate innovation and opportunities for all
• Inspire students and additive manufacturing outsiders

Women in 3D Printing at RAPID + TCT 2024

Panel Presentation
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
SME ZONE Theater

Los Angeles Puts AM in the Spotlight!
Join us as top industry professionals in Southern California discuss how they are leveraging AM to enable their respective industries to flourish. Whether it’s toys, animation & robotics, space or fashion, everyone can benefit from the advancements of additive manufacturing.

Moderator: Lindsey Zindroski – CEO, SNL Creative, Inc.
Panelists: Daniella Morris, Julie Koerner and Jenny Wu