Protogenic People

Steve Stewart, Founder and President

Steve Stewart has extensive experience in injection molding (processes and tooling) and a broad base of knowledge in manufacturing. During his 15 years with Complex Tooling, Inc. in Boulder, Colorado, Steve had a wide variety of responsibilities including process technician, production manager, plant manager and manufacturing engineer.

In January of 1990, he joined with the former owner of Complex Tooling, Horst Lambrecht, to found Protogenic, Inc. As the company grew its stereolithography and urethane cast parts services, the quality standards set by the founders established Protogenic's reputation as the high quality leader in the industry. Under Steve's leadership, Protogenic continues to explore and apply leading edge technologies to produce the finest prototype parts and ensure the highest levels of Customer satisfaction.

Horst Lambrecht emigrated from Germany in 1960. In 1971, Horst founded Complex Tooling, Inc. in Boulder, Colorado and began building one of the region's leading injection molding and tooling companies. Horst sold Complex Tooling in 1986 after creating a business with more than $10 million in sales and 130 employees. In January of 1990, he and Steve Stewart, the former Production Manager of Complex Tooling, joined forces and founded Protogenic, Inc. with the purpose of utilizing rapid prototyping technologies to reduce their clients' time to market and product development expenses.

Mr. Lambrecht says the company's reputation is built on extremely high quality and accuracy, focusing on producing prototypes that often cannot be distinguished from production parts. As the company grows, the meticulous craftsmanship and process controls instituted by the founders continues to differentiate Protogenic in the marketplace.

Prior to joining Protogenic in 2000, Tim had over seven years of manufacturing experience, where he mastered many aspects of urethane manufacturing, including molding, mounting, and grinding. Tim joins Protogenic with a sound knowledge of what it takes to get parts made and satisfy Customers.

Tim has a business degree in both Operations and Human Resource Management. He also has a sound background in quality assurance, and has been certified as both a Mechanical Inspector and Quality Engineer by the American Society for Quality. Tim enjoys the fast pace of rapid prototyping he has found at Protogenic, and he enjoys working to fulfill the diverse needs of its Customers.

Kim has over 30 years of experience in the plastics and injection molding industries. She met Horst and Steve in 1980 when she joined Complex Tooling. Her responsibilities focused on production through her tenure as tool room project manager. Fascinated by rapid prototyping technology, the fast pace and the opportunities to provide additional value to her Customers, Kim came to Protogenic in 1994. Today, she leads the critical function of estimating and pricing Customer projects.

Kim finds her critical values of honesty, integrity and dependability reflected in Protogenic. Her Customer contacts are the most rewarding part of her position and she especially enjoys the enduring relationships she has had with the same people over the years.

Bob Olsen has over 16 years of experience in plastics with responsibilities ranging from the tool room to sales and general management. A graduate of Notre Dame, Bob began his career with a Fortune 50 technology company. Living and working in the U.S. and Japan, he acquired a broad understanding of how quality differentiates a company and adds value to Customer projects. He has extensive knowledge of tooling, injection molding and front-end design processes.

At Protogenic, Bob focuses on helping Customers accelerate their product development. He listens to Protogenic Customers to anticipate changes in the market and to meet their evolving needs. Understanding all phases of product development and manufacturing uniquely qualifies Bob to assist Customers with prototyping services.

Arlen has more than 20 years experience in building Customer relationships, including 15 years as an electronics technical troubleshooter, and ten years as the manager of manufacturing operations. He is experienced in building cold flow cable molds for geophysical and electronic applications.

Arlen enjoys working with the tight time schedules and fast pace that is paramount in the rapid prototyping industry. He is dedicated to providing the quality product and responsive service that Customers have come to expect from Protogenic.

Prior to joining Protogenic in 2001, Jason had over 7 years of experience in Product Management and development, and 16 years building customer relationships in sales and marketing. He has experience in manufacturing and has worked with teams from all over the world in the manufacturing and development process.

Jason enjoys working in a fast paced environment and excels in pressure situations. His experience and attention to detail make Jason a valuable addition to the Protogenic team. 

Steve came to Protogenic in 2005 with 12 years of experience in manufacturing and project & operations management. Arriving in Colorado in 1993 with a Mechanical Engineering degree, Steve spent a year building racing bicycles and 3 years as a machinist.

Since moving out of the shop, he's managed production and operations in emerging technology companies.Steve enjoys working with the Protogenic team, and delivering accurate, impressive parts to our Customers when they need them.

Teresa came to Protogenic in 2006, having already been in the rapid prototyping business for two years. Along with this she brought 12 years of experience in managing and building strong customer relationships.

Since joining Protogenic she has expanded her knowledge of all phases of the prototyping industry, and has developed a passion for helping others succeed with their projects. She enjoys working in the fast paced environment of the prototyping industry, and working closely with her customers.

After graduating from the University of Denver with a degree in Management, Sven joins Protogenic with more than 6 years of prior experience in Customer service.

Sven also has special talents in computer programming, operations, and Customer relations. Sven enjoys working with the Customers of Protogenic, and has quickly become an asset to several product development efforts.

Angie's role as Project Manager uses her expertise and talent for Customer communications and her incredible attention to detail. She joined Protogenic in 1994 after spending 9 years working in all phases of manufacturing and injection molding. Since joining Protogenic, Angie has gained experience in all phases of Protogenic's rapid prototyping process including perfecting her skills as a project manager.

Angie is committed to making Customers happy, making schedules work and delighting her Customers with their beautiful finished parts. A stickler for detail, Angie considers herself the 'go to' gal for all aspects of her Customers projects.

Walker graduated in 2006 from the University of Northern Colorado with a degree in Business Management. During his tenure at UNC he was also engaged in several marketing functions, working closely with a couple key local companies.

Now at Protogenic, Walker looks forward to new challenges, and he enjoys solving problems. He strives to exceed customer expectations through consistent communication, attentiveness, and the delivery of outstanding final products.