Kartik Rao

Kartik Rao has a diverse and extensive work experience. Kartik is currently serving as the Strategic Marketing Director at Additive Industries since May 2022. Prior to this, they worked at Oerlikon AM from 2016 to 2022, holding various roles such as Head of Strategy & Commercial - Additive Manufacturing and Head of Marketing - Additive Manufacturing. At Oerlikon AM, they were responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies, building and managing a marketing team, and overseeing product portfolio development, channel, and pricing strategies.

Before joining Oerlikon AM, Kartik worked at Metalysis for eight years, starting in 2008. During their time at Metalysis, they held various positions, including Director of Business Development, Titanium Product Manager, and Senior Scientist. In these roles, they developed business plans, managed deals, negotiated agreements, developed relationships with clients, and led marketing programs. Kartik also played a significant role in the company's strategy formulation and held patents for the production of titanium powders for 3D printing aerospace and automotive components. Overall, Kartik has demonstrated their expertise in strategic marketing, business development, and additive manufacturing throughout their career.

Kartik Rao obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Metal Production from Imperial College London between 2004 and 2008. Prior to that, they completed their MEng in Aerospace Materials at Imperial College London from 2000 to 2004.