This article celebrates my journey as the first-ever SOLIDWORKS Champion of the Year and highlights my unique contributions to the SOLIDWORKS community. It explores how I combine engineering expertise with creative artistry, pushing the boundaries of design to inspire and educate others. Being recognized as a “SOLIDWORKS Superhero” is a reflection of my dedication to the craft and my passion for blending innovation with imagination.
This feature highlights my journey as the first-ever SOLIDWORKS Champion of the Year (2022) and my dedication to pioneering sustainability in the engineering world. It explores my career path, my approach to design, and the impact I strive to make in blending engineering with environmental consciousness. This recognition is not only an honor but also a testament to the values and innovation I bring to the industry.
As a guest in the Best of SOLIDWORKS 2022 live discussion, I had the opportunity to share insights on key updates in user experience, education, and community engagement. This article serves as a follow-up to the live session, capturing the highlights of an inspiring event that brought together passionate SOLIDWORKS users and leaders.
In this article, I shared six practical tips for optimizing 3D printing workflows based on my experience as a SOLIDWORKS Champion. These tips are designed to help users improve the quality and efficiency of their prints, covering everything from material choices to design strategies. Collaborating with Brad Williamson as the host made this a particularly rewarding experience.
This feature by 3Dconnexion acknowledges my role as a leader in mechanical design and my active participation in the SOLIDWORKS community. It reflects my dedication to integrating advanced tools and techniques to enhance design processes and outcomes.
"Dani rocks! I’ve had the opportunity to work with her on the design and mechanical engineering side as well as on the quality side. She’s taken my napkin sketches and turns them into the most incredible product designs! She thinks outside of the box (if she even knows there’s a box!). And she knows how to make a 3D printer not only sing, but dance at the same time.
I’ve also had the pleasure of working with her on the quality side and can say that we have never had an issue with any of our products. EVER. I can’t say enough good things about Dani"
"I quickly determined that Danute is a bright, dedicated, and detail-oriented professional. She led the development of her company’s Product Development Process and later spearheaded the creation of a Quality Management System, which earned ISO9001 certification. Her work demonstrates a deep understanding of Product Development, Quality, and Manufacturing, as well as an impressive ability to tackle complex tasks independently. I have no hesitation in recommending Danute for any role she seeks."
"Danute is wonderful to work with—a dedicated and reliable partner. Her timely work and fast responses always amazed me, as did her deep knowledge of quality-related matters. She earns my highest recommendation."
"Danute is extremely knowledgeable about the products she manages and incredibly responsive to any issues. It’s always a pleasure working with someone so reliable and dependable."
"Dani acts like a secret weapon and a work horse at the same time – it just depends on what you ask her for. I have been working with Dani for seven years, as a team lead latest. Dani gave strongest support in mechanical design as well as in quality related questions to the projects I was responsible for. As a proofed super hero in Solidworks she made everyone bow to the technical results and the time taken, which is close to the speed of light by the way. Furthermore she is pushing on the quality site of the company along with a very good attitude of creating a culture and acknowledgment for the best products in the world with a substantiated concept and the drive to work methodically to completion. In my opinion, whoever is able to retain Dani’s exceptional services will be richly benefited."