Episode 5: Greg Mark, Markforged
Greg Mark, founder and CEO of Markforged, discusses his journey of working with composites in additive manufacturing.
Episode 5 of CW Talks features a discussion with Greg Mark, founder and CEO of Markforged, a manufacturer of 3D printing systems and equipment. In 2014, Markforged revolutionized 3D printing with the introduction of the world’s first carbon fiber composite 3D printer. Mark talks about the company's start, his love for composites and how additive manufacturing will evolve.
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