Entrepreneur and Innovator in Sustainable Energy

Bram de Zwart is a Dutch entrepreneur renowned for co-founding Hubs (formerly 3D Hubs) in 2013, an online platform that connects users with a global network of 3D printing and CNC machining services. Under his leadership as CEO, Hubs expanded rapidly, providing over a billion people access to a 3D printer within 10 miles of their homes. This growth culminated in the company's acquisition by Protolabs in 2021, marking a significant milestone in the digital manufacturing industry.

In his current role, de Zwart serves as an advisor atOre Energy, a spin-out company from TU Delft. Ore Energy is developing innovative, low-cost, long-duration energy storage solutions using iron, water, and air, aiming to enhance the efficiency of renewable energy deployment. His involvement with Ore Energy aligns with his commitment to leveraging technology for sustainable solutions.

Beyond his advisory role at Ore Energy, de Zwart is a Venture Partner at Positron Ventures, where he supports scientist-entrepreneurs in building impactful companies. His extensive experience in scaling startups and his industrial design and quantum mechanics equip him with a unique perspective on technological innovation and entrepreneurship.

De Zwart's educational credentials include a Master's degree in Industrial Design & Engineering from Delft University of Technology and studies in Quantum Mechanics at Utrecht University.

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