Quickparts appoints new presidents for EMEA and Americas

May 12, 2025

Peter Jacobsen, President, Quickparts EMEA, and Aidan O’Sullivan, President, Quickparts Americas (Courtesy Quickparts)
Peter Jacobsen, President, Quickparts EMEA, and Aidan O’Sullivan, President, Quickparts Americas (Courtesy Quickparts)

Quickparts, based in Seattle, Washington, USA, has announced the appointment of Peter Jacobsen as President, EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa), and Aidan O’Sullivan, President, Americas. These appointments are said to be part of a broader strategic initiative to accelerate growth, enhance customer responsiveness, and strengthen its global operations.

“Quickparts has always been at the forefront of helping companies innovate and scale their manufacturing operations quickly and reliably,” said Avi Reichental, Chief Executive Officer of Quickparts. “With Aidan and Peter leading our regional organisations, we are empowering our teams to deliver faster decision-making, deeper customer partnerships, and greater operational agility. Their leadership will help drive the next phase of growth for Quickparts as we continue expanding our capabilities and market reach.”

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Peter Jacobsen, based in Denmark, brings over fifteen years of experience managing complex operations, strategic growth initiatives, and business transformations across Europe and the United States. Before joining Quickparts, he served as General Manager for Nexa3D’s EMEA operations and was previously Chief Operating Officer at Addifab. His expertise in advanced manufacturing technologies and operational leadership is anticipated by Quickparts to be instrumental in driving its continued success across the EMEA region.

“I am honoured to lead Quickparts’ EMEA operations and help strengthen our global capabilities,” said Jacobsen. “Quickparts has a powerful reputation for innovation, customer service, and manufacturing excellence. I am eager to collaborate with our teams and customers across the region to unlock new opportunities and deliver exceptional value.”

Aidan O’Sullivan, based in the United States, brings more than twenty years of manufacturing, operations, and commercial leadership experience. Most recently, O’Sullivan served as Quickparts’ Chief Transformation Officer, where he is said to have played a role in optimising operations and spearheading strategic growth initiatives. Prior to Quickparts, he held senior roles at Shapeways, including General Manager of E-commerce and Enterprise Sales and Vice President of Operations. Earlier in his career, O’Sullivan held operational leadership positions at Kerry Group, overseeing multiple manufacturing sites and driving significant operational improvements and acquisition integrations.

“I am excited to lead Quickparts’ Americas operations at a time when manufacturing innovation and supply chain agility are more critical than ever,” O’Sullivan stated. “Our customers are navigating rapidly changing market conditions, and Quickparts is uniquely positioned to help them succeed with speed, scale, and quality. I look forward to deepening our customer relationships and building on our legacy of excellence.”

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