Protolabs names Marc Kermisch as new chief technology and AI officer

MINNEAPOLIS - Digital manufacturing company Protolabs (NYSE:PRLB) announced the appointment of Marc Kermisch as its new Chief Technology and AI Officer, effective October 13, 2025. Kermisch will lead the company’s global technology organization, succeeding Oleg Ryaboy who has left the company.

Kermisch brings over 25 years of senior executive experience in technology and R&D organizations across various industries. Most recently, he served as CTO for Emergent Software, a technology company specializing in software development, cloud transformation, artificial intelligence, and data engineering solutions.

Prior to that role, Kermisch was Global Chief Digital and Information Officer at Case New Holland (NYSE:CNH), a prominent player in the Machinery industry with a current market capitalization of $13.8 billion. According to InvestingPro data, CNH generated revenue of $18.1 billion in the last twelve months. At CNH, Kermisch focused on developing autonomous vehicles and precision farming applications. InvestingPro analysis shows CNH maintains a strong market position, with analysts maintaining a consensus "Hold" recommendation.

"Marc’s experience leading technology, R&D, and AI teams at several global companies positions him well to lead this exciting next chapter of digital manufacturing at Protolabs," said Suresh Krishna, President and CEO at Protolabs, according to the company’s press release.

Kermisch has also held executive leadership positions at Optum Rx, Bluestem Brands, and Red Wing Shoe Company. He currently serves on the Board of Directors at American AgCredit and Crew Carwash.

Protolabs describes itself as a manufacturing service that enables companies to streamline production of quality parts throughout the product lifecycle, from custom prototyping to end-use production.

The information in this article is based on a company press release.

In other recent news, CNH Industrial NV reported its second-quarter earnings for 2025, with earnings per share reaching $0.17, surpassing analysts’ expectations of $0.1416 by 20.06%. Revenue for the quarter was $4.71 billion, exceeding the projected $4.49 billion. Despite these positive earnings results, the company faced a 14% decline in consolidated revenues and significant challenges in its agriculture segment. Additionally, CNH Industrial Capital LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of CNH Industrial N.V., announced the pricing of $500 million in aggregate principal amount of 4.500% notes due 2030. These senior unsecured obligations were priced at 99.765% and are expected to close on September 29, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. Interest on these notes will be paid semi-annually beginning April 16, 2026, with maturity on October 16, 2030. These recent developments provide investors with key insights into CNH Industrial’s financial activities and ongoing challenges.

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