Werner Stapela

Werner Stapela is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in additive manufacturing and strategic consulting. Currently serving as a Senior Strategy Consultant at Additive Center and an Advisor to the CEO at the Danish Technology Institute, Werner focuses on advising corporate clients and the implementation of additive manufacturing technologies. As a Co-founder and senior advisor at Arvist, and formerly an M&A Director at Unity Investment Partnership JSC, Werner holds significant roles in business development and corporate mergers. Prior to these positions, Werner was the Global Head of Additive Design & Manufacturing at Danfoss, overseeing the integration of innovative manufacturing practices. Previous roles also include Sales Director at FIT AG and Sales Manager at Stratasys, alongside contributions to venture capital as an Advisory Board Member at Signal Lake. Werner's entrepreneurial background includes ownership of paxit holding bv, specializing in consulting for cross-border M&A. Educationally, Werner holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Economics from the University of South Africa.