Global AM Summit 2024

As an Innovation Leader and a certified Additive Manufacturing (AM) expert for Alstom Transport, Raj Singh spearheads the adoption, growth and innovation of AM technologies and processes within the APAC region. With his advanced expertise in Design for AM, Raj has innovated design methods to tackle AM challenges across critical industries such as Aerospace, Oil & Gas, Marine, Medical and now Rail. He has extensive experience working on projects for both the public and private sector, with deep appreciation for the benefits and challenges of adopting & integrating AM technologies within traditional manufacturing processes. Raj’s mission is to accelerate the adoption of AM in a lasting and sustainable fashion.

Arno Held started his career in the 1990’s as a trained field service engineer with TRUMPF laser technology. He co-founded AM Ventures in 2015. Arno has 25+ years experience in industrial laser and manufacturing technologies and spent over half of this time in the world of industrial Additive Manufacturing. Today, Arno is Managing Partner of AM Ventures, a EUR 100m VC fund. In the past 10 years, he and his team have scouted and analyzed more than 3000 industrial 3D Printing start-ups around the entire world and built a portfolio of 20 investments in 7 countries on 3 continents.

Arno has lived and worked on 4 continents and holds a degree in industrial engineering and management from the University of Applied Sciences Karlsruhe (Germany), as well as an MBA from the University of St. Gallen (Switzerland).

Chee Teck Lee is the CEO of Moveon Technologies Pte. Ltd., a company dedicated to providing optics & optoelectronics solutions to a wide diversity of industries.

He received his MSc in Materials Engineering from Loughborough University, U.K. after graduating from Singapore Polytechnics with an Advanced Diploma in Polymer Science.

Mr Chee was the Executive Director of Unisteel Technology Ltd. (2006-2009) and the founder of Valen Technologies Pte Ltd (1999-2005). Prior to this, Mr. Chee was involved in a number of senior management and engineering positions, both in multi-national corporations and local SMEs. He has more than 35 years of experience related to precision manufacturing.

Chris Leck is Group Chief Technology Officer at the Public Sector Science & Technology Policy & Plans Office, a department of the Prime Minister’s Office. He holds the concurrent appointment of Chief Partnerships Officer at the Agency for Science, Technology & Research.

Chris joined the Singapore Public Service in 2001. Prior to his current roles, he was Deputy Executive Director of Singapore’s national space office, the Office for Space Technology & Industry. Other senior appointments in the past include Deputy Group Director, Technology & Industry Development Group, at the Land Transport Authority, Director, Futures & Transformation Division, at the Ministry of Transport, as well as Director for Strategic and Political-Military Planning at the Ministry of Defence.

Daghan Cam is the Co-founder and CEO of Aibuild. Before founding the company Daghan worked as an architect at Zaha Hadid Architects and lectured at University College London and internationally on the topics of Computational Geometry, Robotics and Additive Manufacturing.

Daniel O'Connor, VP Content Strategy & New Product Development at Rapid News Group, has been working in additive manufacturing media for the TCT Group for over ten years. In his current role, he shapes manufacturing content across a host of publications in industries like additive manufacturing, pharma, med-tech, plastics, and metrology. For the best part of a decade, he worked exclusively on Rapid News Group's flagship additive manufacturing product, TCT Magazine, which was established in 1992. He was fundamental in bringing the print product into the digital 21st century.

Dinesh Parthasarathy is the Executive Vice President for Manufacturing at Agnikul Cosmos. With six years of dedicated experience, Dinesh has significantly impacted the field with his innovative contributions. One of his most notable achievements is the development of the world's first single-piece 3D-printed engine, a milestone that underscores his commitment to advancing aerospace technology.

Dinesh also played a crucial role in the successful launch of India’s first semi-cryogenic sub-orbital launch vehicle, further demonstrating his technical expertise and leadership capabilities. His ability to solve complex problems and his strategic thinking have established him as a key figure in the industry.

Dinesh holds an undergraduate degree in Automobile Engineering from Anna University, where he laid the foundation for his technical acumen. His career at Agnikul Cosmos is marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence and a passion for pushing the boundaries of aerospace engineering. Dinesh continues to drive significant advancements in the field, positioning Agnikul Cosmos at the forefront of aerospace innovation. His contributions are not only shaping the future of aerospace engineering but also inspiring the next generation of engineers and innovators.

Dr. Behrang Poorganji is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in advanced metallic materials processing and Metal Additive Manufacturing. He currently serves as a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Nikon AM Synergy, where he leads technological advancements in the metal additive manufacturing field. Dr. Poorganji's career trajectory includes diverse leadership and management roles across international borders, including Japan, Canada, and the USA. With a strong foundation in aerospace, power management, and automotive industries, he has demonstrated his adaptability and strategic acumen. Beyond his primary roles, Dr. Poorganji has served as an influential advisor and consultant, contributing to the broader adoption of additive manufacturing solutions across global industries. His efforts have been instrumental in fostering industrialization and effective technology integration. Notably, Behrang has held academic positions, including Professor and Director of Advanced Manufacturing at The University of Toledo, and leadership roles such as Director of materials technology organization at GE Additive, and VP of Advanced Technologies at Beehive Industries. Dr. Poorganji's expertise spans from theoretical research to hands-on leadership of research and engineering teams, focusing on critical aspects of AM including Ecosystem development, AM business case studies, design for AM, materials and process development, process qualification, modeling and simulation, and training and work force development.

Dr George-Cristian Potrivitu is the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Aliena, a Singapore-based satellite propulsion company. He holds a BEng degree in aerospace engineering, two MSc in space technology, and a PhD in physics. His academic pursuits and and professional work in the fields of plasma physics and satellite propulsion brought him to Alta (now Sitael, Italy), JAXA – Japan, CNRS – France, and NTU - Singapore. Some of his work was recognized and awarded by the Electric Rocket Propulsion Society. In 2018, he co-founded Aliena while still in his first year of his PhD work. At the company, Dr Potrivitu is leading the technological development of the company's main product, MUSIC Hall effect thruster, is the inventor of the self-ignition concept for a very-lower powered Hall thruster that was launched in space (2022) and contributes to the business development of the company which closed its Series A of investment in early 2024. Dr Potrivitu has a passion for teaching, astronomy and philosophy of science. He loves cooking and painting.

Dr. Heuser has been with Siemens for over 20 years in various management positions within Siemens businesses including Corporate Technology, OSRAM, Energy and now for over 6 years the VP of Additive Manufacturing at Siemens AG. In addition, he is a member of VDMA AG Additive Manufacturing Advisory Board, a member of the Formnext Advisory Board as well as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the IAPT institute in Hamburg. He is engaged as thought leader worldwide for the industrialization of Additive Manufacturing community. Dr. Heuser has a Ph.D. in solid state physics from the University Augsburg as well as a Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Management from ESMT.

As the Founder and CEO of 1000 Kelvin, Omar leads the company with his extensive knowledge and experience in mechanical engineering. Holding a Ph.D. from NTNU and Georgia Tech, his research focused on residual stresses in laser powder bed fusion. Omar’s expertise led him to leadership positions at Siemens and MKS Instruments, where he spearheaded advances in additive manufacturing and digital manufacturing.

Recognized as an industry leader, Omar has received numerous accolades, including the SME 30 Under 30 Future Leaders of Manufacturing Award and the Outstanding Young Manufacturing Engineers Award. With a keen interest in harnessing artificial intelligence to tackle critical manufacturing challenges, Omar is dedicated to innovation and progress in the industry.

As a prolific researcher and inventor, Omar boasts an impressive track record, having published over 30 journal articles and secured more than 10 patents in the realms of additive manufacturing and algorithmic development.

Hardik Dobariya, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Factorem, has dedicated the past five years to closing the gap between demand and supply in the precision engineering and additive manufacturing industry. His extensive hands-on experience includes visiting over 500 factories, providing him with a deep understanding of the industry's challenges and opportunities.

Under Hardik’s leadership, Factorem has achieved unprecedented levels of automation in manufacturing transactions globally. During this period, the company has experienced significant organic growth in additive manufacturing requests, becoming the second largest revenue driver. Hardik and his team have leveraged the latest AI and machine learning technologies to adapt the platform to meet this increasing demand.

Before founding Factorem, Hardik played pivotal roles in technology development, particularly in the field of quantum computing. His work includes developing software from the ground up and significantly contributing to product design and deployment across various sectors, including startups, government agencies, and major engineering corporations like Micron.

At the upcoming trade show, Hardik will share his insights on the transformative potential of AI in manufacturing, drawing from his rich background and expertise in technology and product innovation.

Joris is the Vice President Consulting at Additive Manufacturing Research. There he provides clients in the Additive Manufacturing industry with technical due diligence and strategic advice. He also writes for 3DPrint.com and co-presents the 3DPOD Podcast.

Additive Manufacturing Research is the leading Source of Industry Analysis, Market Forecasting and Data for the Additive Manufacturing Industry.

Additive Manufacturing is quickly becoming a critical technology in space propulsion, drones, orthopedic implants and many more cutting edge industries. With 3D Printing we can design unique part properties, texture and performance alongside one of a kind shapes to make parts that outperform the mass manufactured.

Karina is CEO of Nandina REM with over two decades of experience in sustainability, clean energy supply chains and climate investing. She has implemented sustainable remediation technologies across 19 markets, designed and implemented waste minimisation systems in manufacturing processes and led investments into the development of clean energy and energy efficiency technologies. Karina has received industry recognition awards from the US EPA, England Environment Agency and South Africa Department of Environmental Affairs for leadership in environmental advocacy. She is currently an advisor to the APEC expert panel on the ISO Circular Economy Product Circularity data sheet methodology development.

Kitty Wang is the founder of 3D Science Valley, independent board member of UnionTech, representative of ACAM (Aachen Center of Additive Manufacturing) in China. Majored in Mathematics (bachelor degree) then corporate finance direction (MBA) and with years of industry experience including work experiences with Sandvik, Chevron, and DMGMORI. Kitty is the co-author of the book of <3D Printing and Automobile Industry Technology Development Report> in cooperation with the Chinese Society of Automotive Engineering, and also is co-author of the book of <3D Printing and Industrial Manufacturing> in cooperation with the Industrial Culture Development Center of the Ministry of Industry and Information.

Mahendran Reddy is a Design, Technology and Innovation professional, who has leveraged his 25+ years experience to build and uncover opportunities in the creative industries both in the private and public sector. Passionate about connecting people, organisations, geographies and industries to explore and advance new technology such as Additive Manufacturing. He has a depth of knowledge in management, government processes and policies and design thinking skills.

Based in Hamburg, Germany, he is a key member of the Fehrmann Tech group’s management team, bringing his wealth of knowledge in the creative and manufacturing industries in both the private and public sectors to build a value added ecosystem of customers, researchers, collaborators and like minded professionals to accelerate the global footprint of Fehrmann Tech Group. He is an evangelist in various A M initiatives in accelerating the adoption of this cutting edge technology.

As a trained architect, he has held key strategic appointments in driving innovation and initiatives in the Singapore civil service, notably the establishment of the National Design Centre in Singapore. He is a graduate of National University of Singapore , School of Architecture Singapore and holds a Masters degree from the prestigious Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL London, UK.

Martin Andersson is the Chief Operating Officer at Fieldnode AS, where he also serves as the project manager for a major collaborative project involving eight global energy operators. With a robust background in digital transformation, Martin has extensive experience in supply chain management, spare parts management, after sales, traceability, data management, product lifecycle management, and digital twin technology. Before joining Fieldnode AS over two years ago, Martin held global leadership roles at a large, international company, spearheading various digital transformation initiatives. His expertise and leadership have been instrumental in driving innovation and efficiency in complex, technology-driven environments.

With nearly four decades of global technical experience, Michael combines dynamic business acumen with transformative tech leadership. Prior to Hyperganic, his extensive career has seen him in pivotal roles such as the Head of Data Science at Minds and CTO at several firms, including Tasman Analytics and Snupps. His expertise in technical architecture, IT, and project management, along with his cloud computing skills, is pivotal in blending technology strategies with business objectives. Michael’s leadership in cross-cultural settings and mentorship of emerging tech talent underscores his substantial contributions to the global tech landscape, driving high-impact teams to success.

Olivier Mathey is the Executive Vice President of Sales, General Manager of Singapore and Qatar of Spare Parts 3D, a tech start-up simplifying and decarbonizing the supply chains thanks to Additive Manufacturing.

Olivier joined Spare Parts 3D after a 19-year journey in the energy industry occupying various positions from Quality manager to Export Sales to Strategy and being an intrapreneur for the past 15 years coming in Asia to set-up a Business Unit including starting green-field operation in Singapore. Finally, Olivier led the Digital and Service transformation in Asia before jumping from the intra- to entrepreneurship.

Olivier hold a Master’s Degree in Physics at National Polytechnic Institute of Grenoble (INPG -France)
Olivier has had a truly international background, working in more than 30 countries in this career and living in Singapore for 11 years.

Phil Ward is the President of Asia Pacific, responsible for driving strategic, financial, and operational leadership across the Asia Pacific region in Continuum Powders. He works closely with the Board of Directors, senior leadership, and regional partners to expand the company's presence and market share in key Asia Pacific markets. Under his leadership, the company has successfully extended its global footprint, with a particular focus on growth in Singapore and the broader Asia Pacific region.

With 35 years of prior global experience in oilfield operations at Schlumberger, Mr. Ward has held senior leadership roles across Management, Engineering/Product Development, Manufacturing & Field Operations. His expertise spans service delivery, technology development, quality control, and the commercialization and deployment of complex asset bases across numerous countries worldwide.

Mr. Ward holds both a BA and MA in Engineering from Cambridge University, England.

Stefan has been passionate about AM applications for more than 17 years.

As Managing Director of a high-end production facility in Singapore, he has already taken advantage of AM technology 17 years ago. He was here the leading edge of a highly certified German company for more than 10 years. During this time, he was interacting closely with all the well-known automotive manufacturers and many aerospace companies in APJ.

His commitment with AM has then been intensified during the involvement at one of the leading Provider of 3D printing services in Belgium and Germany. His focus was there on printed parts for aerospace & automotive applications.

Back in Singapore, he has been leading the execution of industrial AM applications as GM at Stratasys since 2019.

He is also Managing Director to Additive Flight Solutions in Singapore. In Production and Engineering, his focus is on optimizing Aircraft Interior Parts in terms of execution, reliability and cost efficiency through AM production. He is the Accountable Manager for the EASA POA 21.G here in Singapore.

An alumni of NTU Singapore, Sudharshan Raman spent 3.5 years in advanced metal manufacturing in SC3DP (Singapore), Hogskolan Vast (Sweden), and CSIRO (Australia) before launching Phasio in 2021. He has published 3 highly-cited papers on fundamental topics in metal 3D printing.

Vincent got his M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the École Nationale d’Ingénieurs de Saint-Étienne (ENISE-Centrale Lyon, France) in 2006 and started to work for aerospace and nuclear customers as a Design Engineer. In 2009 he joined the Heating Neutral Beam group on the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER, France) – the world’s biggest fusion experiment, currently under construction. From that experience, in 2011, he moved as a Technical Officer to Fusion for Energy (F4E, Spain), a joint undertaking of the European Atomic Energy Community (Euratom), also referred as ITER’s EU Domestic Agency. After nine years of public service and contributions to projects across Europe, he returned to the private sector and joined TAE Technologies (California, USA) in 2020. Currently Project Engineer for TAE’s Neutral Beam Systems, he’s been also leading the Additive Manufacturing program for the past three years within the Engineering Team.