Ep. 255 | Molding Tomorrow: 3D Printing Revolution with Ken Brace

In this special edition of Small Biz Florida, recorded live at the prestigious 2023 Florida MakesMore Manufacturing Summit at the iconic Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts in downtown Orlando, host Tom Kindred brings you a groundbreaking episode featuring Ken Brace, the innovator behind Rapid Prototyping Services.

Journey through the evolution of 3D printing with Ken, from its humble beginnings in the '80s to its current prowess in creating aerospace components. Uncover the diverse applications of 3D printing, exploring materials ranging from plastics to metals like stainless steel.

Ken shares insights into how 3D printing has transformed the manufacturing landscape, offering quick-turn prototypes for inventors and facilitating low-volume production for established businesses. Demystify the process of turning napkin sketches into 3D-printed reality and understand the crucial role of CAD files in this innovative journey.

Explore Ken's commitment to education and community engagement, as Rapid Prototyping Services collaborates with local schools and serves a diverse clientele, from inventors to defense contractors.

The episode concludes with a call to action—subscribe to Small Biz Florida for more exclusive insights from the FloridaMakes MakeMore Manufacturing Summit.

Recorded live at the 2023 Make More Manufacturing Summit, hosted at the iconic Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. A special thanks to the conference hosts for having Small Biz Florida attend, and a shoutout to the Dr. Phillips Center for being an outstanding venue for this event.

Stay tuned for more episodes as Small Biz Florida continues to spotlight businesses shaping Florida's future. Thrive, innovate, and make your mark on the evolving world of manufacturing with Small Biz Florida, in partnership with the Florida Small Business Development Center at Indian River State College.