Conclave 2026

Joel Meltzer is the Director of Manufacturing at TechForm Advanced Casting Technology. Joel studied art in many different forms, from large-scale sculpture to printmaking, but fell in love with jewelry making while living in Tucson, Arizona. He received his BFA with a concentration in metalsmithing from the Oregon College of Art and Craft in 2006. He joined TechForm that same year.

Joel has experience in every aspect of TechForm’s manufacturing process and currently directs the CAD/CAM department. This involves engineering sprue systems for optimal casting results and keeping abreast of evolving print technology and techniques. With his broad knowledge of jewelry design, technology, and processes, Joel is a unique and valuable resource for streamlining production and solving complex printing and casting challenges.