Velo3D, a leading metal additive manufacturing technology company, has announced significant changes to its leadership structure. Hull Xu has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer, bringing over 15 years of corporate finance experience in the technology sector. He replaces Bernard Chung, who served as acting CFO. Xu's extensive background includes roles at Cepton, Inc. and prominent financial institutions such as Royal Bank of Canada, Barclays Capital, and GE Capital. Additionally, Michelle Sidwell, Executive Vice President of Global Sales and Business Development, has been named Chief Commercial Officer, tasked with overseeing sales, marketing, customer service, and business development. This reorganization aims to enhance organizational efficiency and responsiveness to customer feedback.
Velo3D specializes in metal 3D printing technology, enabling engineers to create high-value, mission-critical parts with unprecedented design freedom. The company's innovative solutions, including the Flow print preparation software and the Sapphire family of printers, have garnered recognition from industry leaders like SpaceX, Honeywell, and Honda. With a focus on improving system reliability and expanding its footprint in the defense sector, Velo3D is poised for continued growth and innovation in various industries, including space exploration, aviation, power generation, energy, and semiconductor manufacturing.
