Tomer Emmar
About Tomer Emmar
Tomer Emmar serves as the Rapid Prototyping Manager for Additive Manufacturing at Tapestry, leveraging extensive experience in 3D printing and industrial design. He has held various roles in notable companies, including Coach and Shapeways, and possesses strong skills in 3D modeling software and traditional metal fabrication.
Work at Tapestry
Tomer Emmar currently holds the position of Rapid Prototyping Manager, Additive Manufacturing at Tapestry. He has been in this role since 2020, contributing to the company's efforts in product development and innovation in New York, New York. In this capacity, he manages a 3D Printing team and oversees the Rapid Prototyping Lab, focusing on providing technical guidance and streamlining the product development-to-commercialization process for fashion companies.
Previous Experience in 3D Printing
Before joining Tapestry, Tomer Emmar worked at Coach as a 3D Printing Manager from 2019 to 2020. His role involved hardware and jewelry design, where he specialized in 3D printing technologies. He also served as a 3D Printing Engineer at Shapeways from 2017 to 2018, and as a 3D Printing Specialist at Coach from 2018 to 2019, focusing on hardware prototyping and technical design.
Education and Expertise
Tomer Emmar earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Product Design from San Francisco State University, studying from 2010 to 2014. He also participated in an exchange program at Swinburne University of Technology, where he studied Industrial Design for one year. Additionally, he holds an Associate of Science in Social and Behavioral Science from Irvine Valley College, completed from 2008 to 2010. His educational background supports his expertise in 3D modeling software and various 3D printing technologies.
Background in Industrial Design
Tomer Emmar has a diverse background in industrial design, having worked at INPULSE, Inc. as an Industrial Designer from 2015 to 2017. He has experience in traditional metal fabrication and manufacturing processes, which complements his skills in 3D printing. His involvement in product development and user research at Veterans Affairs Hospital from 2013 to 2014 further enhances his understanding of user-centered design.
Skills in 3D Printing Technologies
Tomer Emmar possesses extensive skills in various 3D printing technologies, including DLP, SLA, PolyJet, and FDM. He is proficient in using 3D modeling software such as Rhino surfacing, T-Splines/Sub-D, and SolidWorks. His technical knowledge enables him to manage prototyping and R&D efforts effectively, with an interest in exploring diverse prototyping technologies like CNCs, laser cutters, casting, and thermoforming.