Tony Wright
Tony Wright previously held leadership and product roles at CubeDuel, Glowforge, Jobby, Jobster, and PangoMedia, Inc. He founded CubeDuel, Glowforge, and Jobby, and is currently still involved with RescueTime.
Glowforge Co-Founders Dan Shapiro and Mark Gosselin Reacquire Startup Assets After Restructuring
Glowforge, the Seattle-based laser engraver startup, has undergone restructuring after financial troubles, with co-founders Dan Shapiro and Mark Gosselin reacquiring key assets to restart operations. They plan to focus on improving hardware, software, and customer service with a smaller team.
Glowforge to Close Seattle Factory and Lay Off Workers After Less Than a Year, Citing Expiring Lease and Redevelopment
Glowforge is closing its Seattle manufacturing facility and laying off workers less than a year after moving some production there, citing an expiring lease and neighborhood redevelopment. The company plans to find a new Seattle office and previously improved production quality compared to its old factory in Mexico.
Glowforge CEO Dan Shapiro Announces Layoffs After Merging Sales and Marketing Teams Amid Funding Challenges
Seattle laser engraver maker Glowforge announced layoffs impacting its sales, marketing, senior executives, and customer care teams following a recent merger of sales and marketing departments. Founded in 2015, the startup has raised $183 million but faced challenges in 2023 and 2024 after a funding round fell through.
Glowforge Launches Spark $699 3D Laser Engraver for Home Crafters with Presale at $599
Glowforge introduced the Spark, its lowest priced 3D laser engraver at $699, targeting home crafters with the same laser technology as its higher-end models. The company is offering a presale discount price of $599 and plans retail distribution through major stores.
Glowforge Cuts Workforce to About 75 After Funding Round Cancellation, Despite Successful Aura Laser Engraver Launch
Glowforge laid off more employees after a planned funding round was canceled, reducing its workforce from about 145 to roughly 75 employees. CEO Dan Shapiro emphasized the company remains operational with revenue from its laser engravers but had to restructure to become cashflow positive.
Glowforge Lays Off 30 Employees Amid Preparations for 2024 Growth, Offers Support Packages
Seattle-based 3D laser engraver maker Glowforge has laid off 30 employees as part of preparations for future opportunities, with CEO Dan Shapiro emphasizing support for those affected. The company, which had 145 employees as of July 2023, plans significant developments in 2024.
Glowforge Launches $1,200 Aura Laser Printer for Home Crafters, Available at JOANN, Michaels, and HSN
Glowforge announced the Aura, a $1,200 compact laser printer/engraver designed for home crafters, distinct from their higher-end models aimed at businesses. The Aura will be available at major craft retailers and includes an optional $400 air filter to manage fumes.
Glowforge Raises $20M in Series E Extension to Expand AI-Powered 3D Laser Printer Features and Subscription Services
Glowforge, a 3D laser printer startup, raised $20 million in an extension of its Series E funding to enhance new product features and expand its subscription business. This follows the recent launch of Magic Canvas, an AI image generator that creates copyright-free artwork for use with its printers.
Seattle 2.0 Names Finalists From Nearly 7,000 Nominations; Public Voting Open Through May 11 — Winners Revealed May 19
Seattle 2.0 announced finalists for its annual Seattle tech startup awards after nearly 7,000 nominations across 11 categories, opening public voting through May 11 and scheduling the awards event for May 19 with keynote Jonathan Sposato.
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RescueTime Interim CEO 2020–2021, Founder & CEO 2007–2010 · past
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Glowforge Executive Officer, Promoter 2016–2018, Head of Product, Software 2014–2017, Co-founder 2017, Former Co-founder 2017 · past
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Round the World Sabbatical Traveler 2013–2014 · past
Education
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Y Combinator 2008
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Washington College BA, Psychology · 1990–1994
