Leading Executives in Cutting and Machining, Machine Shops
Suresh Krishna
President & CEO, Protolabs
Appointed President & CEO on May 21, 2025 to accelerate Protolabs’ end‑to‑end digital manufacturing strategy and growth.
Randy Altschuler
Chief Executive Officer, Xometry
Co‑founder and CEO who took Xometry public in 2021 and is leading expansion of its AI‑powered marketplace connecting buyers with machine shops globally.
Dave Evans
Co‑founder & CEO, Fictiv
Co‑founder & CEO recognized for pioneering the digital manufacturing ecosystem that delivers fast, quality CNC machining through a managed global network.
Avi Reichental
Chief Executive Officer, Quickparts
Industry veteran and former 3D Systems CEO now leading Quickparts; initially stepped in as interim CEO in 2023 and advanced the company’s digital quoting and speed‑to‑market offerings.
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Bill Bonadio
Chief Executive Officer, Prototek
Named CEO in July 2023; driving integration of multiple acquisitions under the Prototek brand to scale on‑demand CNC machining and fabrication.
Rush LaSelle
Chief Executive Officer, Fathom Digital Manufacturing
Brought in to lead Fathom’s next phase post‑take‑private; launched initiatives like Edgeworks to give customers tariff‑smart global sourcing with U.S. engineering oversight.
Byron J. Paul
Chief Executive Officer, SyBridge Technologies
CEO steering SyBridge’s build‑out into a technology‑enabled manufacturing platform, including the acquisition of Fast Radius’ cloud manufacturing assets.
Doug Folsom
Chief Executive Officer, Pursuit Aerospace
Former Whitcraft CEO now leading the Whitcraft‑Paradigm combined company; executing a roll‑up in engine components with acquisitions in 2024–2025.
Eric Wisnefsky
Chief Executive Officer, Precinmac
Leads a North American family of precision machining and fabrication companies serving aerospace, defense, semiconductor and industrial customers.
Harold Bevis
President & Chief Executive Officer, NN, Inc.
Appointed CEO in May 2023; driving growth in precision‑machined components across electrical, medical and industrial markets.
Roger Atkins
President, National Tooling & Machining Association (NTMA)
President since 2020 and longtime advocate for U.S. job shops on workforce, policy and competitiveness.
Cate K. Smith, J.D., M.P.A.
Executive Director, Precision Machined Products Association (PMPA)
Executive Director since 2019 leading PMPA’s member services and advocacy for precision turning and machining companies.
George Whittier
Chief Executive Officer, Barnes Aerospace
Appointed CEO in May 2025 to lead the aerospace division as an independent platform focused on precision‑machined aeroengine components and MRO.
Dr. Richard Zic
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Dynomax
Founder & CEO who built a vertically integrated aerospace machining, spindles, and automation business with deep hard‑metal expertise.
Oliver Laubscher
Global Chief Executive Officer, Precipart
Global CEO scaling Precipart’s Swiss turning, micro‑machining, gears and motion control; partnered with KKR in 2024 to accelerate growth, especially in MedTech.
Michael Tamasi
Chief Executive Officer, AccuRounds
CEO/Owner of a leading CNC Swiss and turning shop and national voice on skills policy; AME and BLU leadership highlight his workforce impact.
Steven (Steve) Tamasi
Owner & Chief Executive Officer, Boston Centerless
Owner & CEO of a premier precision ground bar supplier; partnered with May River Capital in 2023 to support expansion.
Aneesa Muthana
Chief Executive Officer & Co‑Owner, Pioneer Service
CEO & co‑owner credited with transforming Pioneer into a modern CNC Swiss machining leader; past PMPA president and frequent industry voice on DEI and digital transformation.
Scott Harms
President & Chief Executive Officer, MetalQuest Unlimited
Founder/CEO known for automation‑driven machining and award‑winning toolroom practices; serves oil & gas, firearms, hydraulics and more.
Matt Wardle
President & Chief Executive Officer, JD Machine
President & CEO of one of Utah’s benchmark job shops, recognized for lean operations, workforce programs and community leadership.
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