In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld discusses the intersection of finance and additive manufacturing with Danny Piper, Managing Partner at New Cap Partners live at RAPID + TCT 2025. Danny, also the host of the Printing Money podcast, shares his expertise on the financial landscape of additive manufacturing, the challenges and opportunities within the industry, and his views on current economic turbulences and their impact on the sector. The conversation delves into New Cap Partners' focus on emerging technologies, the role of defense spending in additive manufacturing, and the potential future growth of the industry influenced by reshoring and advancements in technology. Danny provides a comprehensive look at financing strategies for new technologies and the importance of understanding technical details to make informed financial decisions. The episode concludes with insights into the future of additive manufacturing in relation to economic and manufacturing trends. 

Comments about the show or wish to share your AM journey? Contact us at [email protected]. The Additive Snack Podcast is brought to you by EOS.  Listen to the Printing Money podcast here & connect with Danny Piper on LinkedIn.  

00:18 Meet Danny Piper: Finance and Additive Manufacturing Expert 

01:22 Understanding New Cap Partners 

02:38 Investment Banking in Emerging Technologies 

04:27 Danny Piper's Journey into 3D Printing 

09:26 Financial Turbulence and Additive Manufacturing 

14:13 Reshoring and Its Impact on Additive Manufacturing 

18:21 Stock Market Insights for Additive Manufacturing 

22:50 Challenges in Scaling Manufacturing 

24:59 The Role of the Department of Defense in Additive Manufacturing 

25:23 The Role of the DOD in Additive Manufacturing 

26:48 Investment Trends in 3D Printing 

29:27 Challenges in Financing Manufacturing Innovations 

33:07 The Rise of Additive Contract Manufacturers 

40:51 Future Trends and Predictions in Additive Manufacturing