<p>Bre Pettis has led MakerBot as CEO since its beginning in 2009. He has essentially become the face of 3D printing and a leader in personal manufacturing.<br /><br />Bre thought to create the first MakerBot years ago, after realizing it was just too expensive to get a 3D printer of his own.<br /><br />Pettis is a known tinkerer and DIY master and can explain any technical subject to just about anyone.<br /><br />Before co-founding MakerBot, Pettis co-founded Brooklyn hacker collective NYC Resistor, where MakerBot technology first came to life.<br /><br />Bre has a true passion for 3D printing, MakerBot, and his loyal followers.<br /><br />There is even a website, called Thingirverse, where MakerBot fans can connect and share their 3D printing creations.<br /><br />Since the company was founded in 2009, MakerBot has produced four different machines, the newest being the Replicator 2.<br /><br />MakerBot recently opened its first retail store in Manhattan, selling MakerBots, filament, and pre-made items like toys, watches, and figurines.<br /><br />It is also a great spot for the public to see MakerBot’s new Replicator 2 in action.<br /><br />The Replicator 2 is the new standard in desktop 3D printing, and can be yours for just $2,199.</p>
