Michael Petch — Co-Founder
Michael Petch is Editor-in-Chief of 3D Printing Industry (3DPI), the leading global media platform dedicated to additive manufacturing. Since 2012, he has reported on and analyzed the technologies, companies, and people shaping the future of industrial 3D printing. At 3DPI, Michael oversees editorial strategy, investigative reporting, and in-depth financial and technical coverage. He regularly moderates panels and conferences across the additive manufacturing ecosystem. Beyond journalism, Michael is actively involved in community building and industry development. He curates the annual 3D Printing Industry Awards, organizes the Additive Manufacturing Advantage (AMA) event series, and contributes to strategic discussions on market growth, adoption barriers, and the evolving role of digital manufacturing in global supply chains.
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Location: Greater London, United Kingdom
Experience: 29 yrs 1 mo
Skills
- Editorial Strategy
- Investigative Reporting
- 3d Printing
- Journalism
- Consulting
- Business Advisory
- Financial Analysis
- Risk Management
- Audit Management
- Compliance Management
- Pension Management
Career Highlights
- Expert in additive manufacturing journalism and analysis.
- Founder of a consulting firm specializing in frontier technologies.
- Moderator of industry panels and conferences.
Work Experience
3D Printing Industry
Editor in Chief (9 yrs 5 mos)
Freelance Journalist (4 mos)
Black Dog Consulting
Founder (6 yrs)
Merrill Lynch
AVP (3 yrs 5 mos)
Buzzacott
Audit Manager (4 yrs 7 mos)
Burns Anderson
Compliance Consultant (3 yrs 5 mos)
AXA
Pension Specialist (2 yrs 1 mo)
Education
ACA at ICAEW
Accounting and Finance at University of the West of England