Company: SendCutSend, Reno, NV
Company Description: SendCutSend is an on-demand, custom sheet metal manufacturing company with facilities in Reno, Nev., Paris, Ky., and Arlington, Tex. serving the United States and Canada. Founded by two software engineers frustrated by the lack of access to commercial manufacturing, SendCutSend bridges the gap between quality, speed, affordability and convenience in the manufacturing industry.
Nomination Category: Company / Organization Categories
Nomination Sub Category: Company of the Year - Manufacturing - Large
 Nomination Title: SendCutSend
- Which will you submit for your nomination in this category, a video of up to five (5) minutes in length about the achievements of the nominated organization since January 1 2023, OR written answers to the questions for this category? (Choose one):
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- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this first question: Briefly describe the nominated organization: its history and past performance (up to 200 words):
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SendCutSend, founded in 2018 by Jim Belosic, emerged from a need for quick and affordable access to manufacturing. Traditional vendors had the capabilities and equipment, but Belosic found that processes were antiquated. It didn’t take long before he knew that if he needed fast and affordable access to state-of-the-art laser cutting then so did many others. With his background in software he built a company that enables anyone to access high-tech manufacturing and materials, on-demand, for a fraction of the cost.
SendCutSend has experienced explosive growth, expanding to three U.S. facilities and tripling its headcount to more than 300. Since 2023, the company has shipped more than 20 million parts to over 250,000 customers. The growth has been nationally recognized ranking #339 and #511 on Inc 5000 and #131 on Deloitte's Fast 500.
Customer service and satisfaction has always been a key focus, with SendCutSend boasting an NPS score of 86 and a perfect 5.0-star rating on Google from over 1,800 reviews.
By innovating a proprietary app SendCutSend is able to be nimble and push the envelope enabling them to reduce production time to 2-3 days. SendCutSend has proven its commitment to revolutionizing the manufacturing landscape.
- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this second question: Outline the organization's achievements since the beginning of 2023 that you wish to bring to the judges' attention (up to 250 words):
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SendCutSend is committed to innovation, growth, and positive impact on both the manufacturing industry and STEM education, making huge strides since the beginning of 2023:
Financial/Industry Recognition:
Expansion/Investment:
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Invested $10M in cutting-edge machinery, high-power fiber lasers and CNC press brakes.
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Expanded Nevada headquarters, creating 50 jobs.
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Opened a new facility in Texas, creating 125 jobs.
Technological Innovation:
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Expanded access and enhanced design capabilities with Parts Builder.
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Implemented automated Design for Manufacturing (DFM) feedback, streamlining production processes.
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Introduced a 3D Previewer, allowing customers to visualize their parts before production.
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Reduced base production time by 50%, now completing orders in just two to three days.
Education/Community Impact:
Sustainability/Job Creation:
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Tripled jobs to more than 300 employees across the United States. Contributing significantly to onshoring efforts by creating American manufacturing jobs.
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Commitment to source materials from U.S. mills whenever possible.
Product/Service Expansion:
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Added hardware insertion, dimple forming, powder coating, countersinking, tapping, plating, and anodizing services.
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Expanded material offerings to more than 165 options, including metals, composites, plastics, woods, and boards.
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Introduced Expedite Service allowing customers the unique option to rush production.
- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this third question: Explain why the achievements you have highlighted are unique or significant. If possible compare the achievements to the performance of other players in your industry and/or to the organization's past performance (up to 250 words):
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SendCutSend stands alone as an industry leader driving innovation, accessibility, and efficiency while actively supporting the development of the next generation of STEM professionals.
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Exceptional Growth: The company's rankings on both the Inc 5000 (#339 & #511) and DeloitteTechnology Fast 500 (#131) demonstrate extraordinary growth rates that outpace industry peers.
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Democratizing Manufacturing: SendCutSend's platform has revolutionized access to high-tech manufacturing capabilities. By enabling businesses of all sizes to leverage advanced production techniques, the company has reduced barriers to entry and fostered innovation across various industries.
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Unparalleled Speed and Efficiency: The 50% reduction in base production time to just 2-3 days sets a new standard in the industry. This efficiency allows customers to iterate designs and bring products to market faster than ever before, outperforming traditional manufacturers.
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Technological Integration: SendCutSend's unique combination of advanced manufacturing capabilities with custom software solutions creates a seamless, user-friendly experience that distinguishes it from conventional manufacturers.
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Educational Impact: The company's substantial investments in STEM education, including the $1M STEM Sponsorships initiative and support for robotics teams, directly address the projected 3.5 million STEM worker deficit. This commitment to nurturing future talent is uncommon in the manufacturing sector and demonstrates SendCutSend's long-term vision for industry growth.
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Scalability and Versatility: SendCutSend's ability to handle both one-off prototypes and thousand part production runs with consistent quality and turnaround times is a unique offering in the industry. This flexibility caters to a wide range of customer needs, from startups to established manufacturers.
- You have the option to answer this final question: Reference any attachments of supporting materials throughout this nomination and how they provide evidence of the claims you have made in this nomination (up to 250 words):
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Official Inc 5000 and Deloitte Technology Fast 500 listings: These rankings validate the company's exceptional growth and industry recognition.
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Customer Reviews and Testimonials: The Google reviews showcasing the 5.0-star rating from over 1,800 customers serve as proof of SendCutSend's high customer satisfaction and service quality.
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STEM Initiative Press Releases: Official announcements of the $1M STEM Sponsorship commitment and the $200,000+ donation to student robotics teams highlight SendCutSend's educational impact.
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Product and Service Expansion Details: Documentation of newly added services and the expansion to over 165 material options illustrate SendCutSend's growing capabilities and market reach.
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Software Innovation: Detailed information on Parts Builder 2.0, automated DFM, and 3D Previewer implementations showcase SendCutSend's technological advancements.
These supporting materials collectively provide a comprehensive and verifiable picture of SendCutSend's growth, innovation, and impact on the manufacturing industry and STEM education, reinforcing the significance of the company's achievements as presented in this nomination.
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