Rajeev Kulkarni

As an accomplished entrepreneur and executive, Rajeev, in his role as the Chief Strategy Officer of Axtra3D, brings extensive leadership experience in the fields of 3D Printing, business strategy, innovation, and entrepreneurship. A true innovator, he joined 3D Systems in the early 1990s, playing a pivotal role in inventing various aspects of five distinct 3D Printing platforms (SLA, Inkjet, DLP, SLS, Paste) and leading the growth of the 3D Printing Industry. His achievements include multiple US and international patents, along with receiving multiple “Outstanding Innovation of the Year” awards. During his tenure, he led global R&D for all products, established the desktop 3D Printer business, and most recently, managed all M&A activities.
Rajeev is also the founding member of the Inception Micro Angel Fund and the Charlotte Angels Fund in Charlotte. Recognizing his expertise, the Governor of North Carolina appointed him to the North Carolina Governors’ Entrepreneurship Council, where he provides guidance on expanding statewide entrepreneurship. He has been honored with the “40-Under-40” award by the Charlotte Business Journal.