Maxim Lobovsky
Maxim Lobovsky is the CEO and co-founder of Formlabs, a company he has led since its inception in September 2011. Under his leadership, Formlabs has grown from a Kickstarter initiative to a global 3D printing powerhouse valued at $2 billion, pioneering the category of professional desktop 3D printing. He has been instrumental in expanding access to digital fabrication and enabling the creation of millions of 3D-printed parts.
Career Milestones
- Maxim Lobovsky co-founded Formlabs in 2011, pioneering professional desktop 3D printing with the launch of the Form 1 printer.
- In 2012, he led a record-breaking Kickstarter campaign, raising nearly $3 million for the Form 1.
- Lobovsky was recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30 for Manufacturing & Industry in 2014 and as a World Economic Forum Pioneer.
- Under his leadership, Formlabs achieved a valuation of over $2 billion, becoming a global leader in 3D printing.
- In 2024, he was inducted into the TCT Hall of Fame. His work continues to drive Formlabs' mission to make powerful and accessible fabrication tools available to professionals worldwide.
About Formlabs
Formlabs, founded in September 2011 by MIT students, is a 3D printing technology developer and manufacturer. They provide accessible, high-resolution stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers, software, and materials. Formlabs helps engineers, designers, manufacturers, and healthcare professionals with rapid prototyping and production. Core features include fast print speeds, high precision, and a versatile material library. Benefits include ease of use and professional-grade quality.