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NewTek has created a new business division, LightWave 3D Group, that will focus on delivering visualization and 3D products for a range of industries, including architecture, computer-aided design and product development, advertising, game development and feature films. NewTek also announced former NewTek vice president and head of 3D development Rob Powers has been promoted to president of the LightWave 3D Group.
"LightWave 3D has been the secret weapon in production pipelines for the past 20 years," said Jim Plant, president and CEO, NewTek. "The formation of the LightWave 3D Group and the promotion of Rob Powers to president of the group was an executive decision to ensure that NewTek is well positioned for 20-plus more years of incredible growth."
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