Digital manufacturing company Protolabs Inc. has named Marc Kermisch as its new chief technology and AI officer.
He succeeds Oleg Ryaboy, who has departed the company after three years in the role. Kermisch will oversee Protolabs’ global technology organization, including its artificial intelligence strategy and digital manufacturing platforms.
“As we look ahead, technology will continue to drive our manufacturing innovation and support our long-term goal of providing end-to-end prototyping-to-production capabilities for customers,” said Suresh Krishna, president and CEO of Protolabs.
About the new Protolabs chief technology AI officer
Kermisch has more than 25 years of experience leading technology, research and development initiatives in manufacturing, software and retail. Most recently, he was chief technology officer at Emergent Software, a Minneapolis-based firm specializing in software development, cloud transformation and AI solutions.
Before that, he served as global chief digital and information officer at Case New Holland, a $20 billion manufacturer of agricultural and construction equipment. There, he led projects in autonomous vehicles, precision farming, and electric powertrains.
He has also held executive roles at Optum Rx, Bluestem Brands and Red Wing Shoe Company, and he currently serves on the boards of American AgCredit and Crew Carwash.
“Protolabs has built a strong digital foundation that runs through every part of its operations,” Kermisch said. “Expanding that through new software and AI capabilities presents a significant opportunity to enhance speed, quality and efficiency across the manufacturing process.”
Protolabs provides digital manufacturing services including 3D printing, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication and injection molding. Its customers span industries such as aerospace, automotive, health care and consumer products.
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