Peter Weijmarshausen Biography

Peter Weijmarshausen is a Dutch entrepreneur and co-founder of Shapeways, a company that allows users to design and create their own 3D-printed products. He is a technology enthusiast passionate about making innovative technology accessible to everyone. Weijmarshausen has an impressive background in the technology industry. Before founding Shapeways, he co-founded Aramiska and Sangine, where he and his team designed and developed satellite modems allowing people to access the internet through two-way satellite connections. This technology made broadband internet accessible everywhere in Europe, including in rural and remote areas. In 2002, Weijmarshausen co-founded Not a Number. This company gave away Blender 3D software to give people access to a fully-featured 3D modeling and animation package at no cost. He also led the company's portal, which enabled users to use the software with tutorials and manuals. In 2007, Weijmarshausen co-founded Shapeways, a company that has revolutionized the manufacturing industry. Shapeways allow users to design and create their own 3D-printed products, from jewelry to furniture. The company has been praised for its innovative business model, which democratizes manufacturing and enables individuals to design and produce their products at an affordable price. As the CEO of Shapeways, Weijmarshausen has been instrumental in leading the company's growth and success. Under his leadership, Shapeways has grown into one of the world's leading 3D printing companies, with offices in New York City and Eindhoven, Netherlands. Weijmarshausen has also been recognized for his contributions to the industry, including being named to the Forbes 30 under 30 list in 2011. In addition to his work at Shapeways, Weijmarshausen is passionate about inspiring others to pursue careers in science and technology. He is an active speaker, sharing his knowledge and expertise on 3D printing and entrepreneurship at conferences and events worldwide.

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