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Chris Anderson

CEO/Co-Founder, 3D Robotics · United States

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-16

Chris Anderson is the CEO of 3D Robotics. Anderson is based in the United States. Anderson was born in 1957 in London and educated at George Washington University and Walt Whitman High School.

Former editor-in-chief of Wired magazine (2001-2012) and author of The Long Tail. Co-founded 3D Robotics in 2009 and founded the DIY Drones community. Previously worked at The Economist for seven years.

Recent developments

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Recent coverage has documented Chris Anderson's trajectory leading 3D Robotics from its early growth phase through significant challenges. Headlines chronicle the company's initial success with drone products and expansion into construction services, followed by reporting on the company's decline and financial difficulties. Earlier coverage documented Anderson's transition from his role at Wired magazine to founding and leading the drone robotics company.

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Born
July 9, 1957 · London
Citizenship
United States
Education
George Washington University, Walt Whitman High School
Awards
Gerald Loeb Award

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Chris Anderson: FAQ

Who is Chris Anderson?
Chris Anderson is the CEO/Co-Founder of 3D Robotics, based in United States.
What company does Chris Anderson lead?
Chris Anderson is CEO of 3D Robotics.
Where was Chris Anderson educated?
Chris Anderson studied at George Washington University, Walt Whitman High School.