Edward D Herderick currently serves as the EWD Director at America Makes, with prior experience as Vice President of Science and Technology Development at NSL Analytical Services, Inc. Edward has held several significant roles, including Executive Resource Group at May River Capital, Director of Additive Manufacturing at The Ohio State University, and Global Sales Leader at GE. Edward's extensive background in additive manufacturing includes leading research and development initiatives, managing strategic technical plans, and fostering relationships within the industry, including with OEMs and national laboratories. Edward obtained a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from The Ohio State University, where academic contributions included graduate research and international internship experience at the National Chemical Laboratory in India.