Christina Perla is the Co-Founder and CEO of Makelab, an on-demand 3D printing service supporting consumer, robotics, and medical brands. With over seven years in additive manufacturing, Christina is a recognized industry leader, earning a spot on the Forbes Next 1000 list in 2021. Her mission is to redefine 3D printing accessibility through a hub-and-spoke model, optimizing speed, quality, and scalability for seamless production. Under her leadership, Makelab has partnered with industry giants like Lixil, Quip, Estée Lauder, and Peloton, delivering high-precision prototypes and end-use parts. Beyond Makelab, is currently a Board Director for Industrial Designer Society of America (IDSA) and has previously been deeply involved with Hardware Meetup and Women in 3D Printing