Manufacturing & Industrial Materials

A roster of manufacturing and materials specialists at the forefront of innovation in the production and utilization of industrial materials

Alain Chiasson

Alain Chiasson

Alain Chiasson, is part of a DevSecOps team that has built and manages The Hashicorp Vault Enterprise system, drawing on 3 decades of "having seen it all" - helping system integrator, infrastructure owners and
software developers secure their applications.

Alain Chiasson, is part of a DevSecOps team that has built and manages The Hashicorp Vault Enterprise system, drawing on 3 decades of "having seen it all" - helping system integrator, infrastructure owners and software developers secure their appli... Show more

Til Bartel

Til Bartel

Til Bartel is Manager for Process Digitalization at the Ferdinand-Braun-Institut (FBH) in Berlin. He has
- led the digitalization of the shop floor planing and processing.
- introduced advanced and automated process control mechanisms
- and is now pushing AI and ML-based analytics into production.

Til Bartel is Manager for Process Digitalization at the Ferdinand-Braun-Institut (FBH) in Berlin. He has - led the digitalization of the shop floor planing and processing. - introduced advanced and automated process control mechanisms - and is now... Show more

Ed Romaine

Ed Romaine

Romaine has spent over 40 years with companies providing automation to optimize customer distribution, manufacturing, and warehousing operations. Focusing on processes, software, and equipment automation to meet their business requirements, Romaine has helped dozens of organizations improve their profitability by reducing labor, floor space, error rates, and inventory levels while improving throughput, accuracy, inventory turns, and cut-off times.

Within the industry trade association, MHI, Romaine has been elected to numerous leadership positions, including Chairman of the AS/RS Group, the Order Fulfillment Council of America, and the Warehouse Execution Systems Group. Marketing Chairman of the Solutions Community. A founder of the Carousel and VLM Product Section Group and created the first ANSI industry safety standards for horizontal carousels.

Romaine is a frequent editorial and information contributor to hundreds of publications, blogs, and podcasts and has been a speaker at dozens of Supply Chain, Logistics, Lean and Facility organizations.

Just a few include the IFDA, Candy & Confectionary Group, Modex, Promat, Warehousing Education & Research Council (WERC), Parcel Forum, Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE), NJ Material Handling Assoc., Applied Ergonomics, Lean Manufacturing Conference, CSCMP, NeoCon, and many more.
Romaine has held top management positions for industry leaders Conveyco Technologies, Tompkins, SI Systems, Kardex Remstar, and White Systems (a division of FKI).

Romaine has spent over 40 years with companies providing automation to optimize customer distribution, manufacturing, and warehousing operations. Focusing on processes, software, and equipment automation to meet their business requirements, Romaine h... Show more

Dominique Gagnon

Dominique Gagnon

Head of IT in a manufacturing company undergoing digital transformation, Dominique Gagnon operates at the intersection of technology, governance, and plain common sense. With a background in accounting and management, he focuses on the human side of cybersecurity—our habits, our biases, and the unintended vulnerabilities created by our constant search for efficiency. Dominique relies on transparency and humor to share real‑world experiences, insightful “fails,” and practical takeaways that organizations can apply immediately.

Head of IT in a manufacturing company undergoing digital transformation, Dominique Gagnon operates at the intersection of technology, governance, and plain common sense. With a background in accounting and management, he focuses on the human side of ... Show more

Jani Syed

Jani Syed

Jani Syed is a Principal Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services, working with strategic enterprise customers on large-scale data platforms. With over a decade in data engineering, he specializes in streaming architectures using Apache Iceberg, Kafka, and cloud-native solutions. Jani has led numerous successful migrations from legacy systems to modern lakehouses, helping organizations process billions of events while maintaining sub-second query performance. He regularly speaks at AWS and industry conferences.

Jani Syed is a Principal Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services, working with strategic enterprise customers on large-scale data platforms. With over a decade in data engineering, he specializes in streaming architectures using Apache Iceberg, Ka... Show more

Florian Gather

Florian Gather

After earning his PhD in Physics, Dr. Florian Gather transitioned to software development and joined TNG, where he currently works as an Associate Partner. He specializes in analyzing software projects - conducting due diligence, architecture reviews, and technical assessments to help organizations improve system resilience and maintainability. Florian founded ArchUnit.NET, an open-source tool for enforcing architectural rules in .NET projects. With TNG’s Innovation Hacking team, he drives robotics initiatives that explore LLM integration and Robotics Foundational Models (RFMs), alongside prototypes like smart office systems and interactive furniture. Passionate about microprocessor electronics and smart home automation, Florian explores practical ways to merge hardware tinkering with modern software practices.

After earning his PhD in Physics, Dr. Florian Gather transitioned to software development and joined TNG, where he currently works as an Associate Partner. He specializes in analyzing software projects - conducting due diligence, architecture reviews... Show more

Saibabu Merakanapalli

Saibabu Merakanapalli

Saibabu Merakanapalli is an Automotive Electrical Functional Architect specializing in Autonomous Steering, Antilock Braking Systems (ABS), ADAS software architectures, and Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) platforms. With advanced engineering experience at General Motors and prior roles at Nexteer Automotive, he designs and validates safety-critical chassis systems that improve vehicle reliability, predictive diagnostics, and accident-prevention capabilities across modern EV and autonomous platforms.

He has deep expertise in AUTOSAR Classic & Adaptive, SOME/IP, Ethernet/TSN-based communication, functional safety (ISO 26262), and model-based development ( IBM Rhapsody). His work spans end-to-end functional architecture, microservices for Software defined Vehicles, network latency diagnostics, and advanced steering/braking control strategies used in next-generation vehicles.

Saibabu is also active in technical research, contributing publications on AI-driven automotive diagnostics, SDV architecture optimization, predictive maintenance, and intelligent chassis systems. He serves as a peer reviewer across engineering journals and frequently writes about advanced vehicle safety innovations that align with U.S. national transportation and EV safety priorities.

Passionate about making mobility safer, Saibabu’s work focuses on saving lives through engineering, advancing the reliability, intelligence, and safety of the modern vehicle ecosystem.

Saibabu Merakanapalli is an Automotive Electrical Functional Architect specializing in Autonomous Steering, Antilock Braking Systems (ABS), ADAS software architectures, and Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) platforms. With advanced engineering experienc... Show more

Vinay Mistry

Vinay Mistry

Vinay Mistry is an Analytics Architect at OnPoint Insights LLC with over 22 years of experience designing enterprise-scale data platforms. He has architected solutions from traditional data warehouses to modern lakehouse architectures across on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments.

At OnPoint Insights, Vinay specializes in complex data integration challenges, leading implementations that integrate AWS, Azure, GCP, and Oracle environments for clients in financial services, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. He delivers scalable analytics platforms that drive measurable business value.

His core expertise includes multi-cloud data architecture and strategy, Microsoft Fabric lakehouse implementations, legacy system modernization, enterprise data governance and compliance, and performance optimization for large-scale analytics workloads.

With deep technical knowledge earned over two decades, Vinay brings practical, battle-tested insights to data engineering challenges .

Vinay Mistry is an Analytics Architect at OnPoint Insights LLC with over 22 years of experience designing enterprise-scale data platforms. He has architected solutions from traditional data warehouses to modern lakehouse architectures across on-premi... Show more

Randy Durfee

Randy Durfee

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Luciano D'Alessandra

Luciano D'Alessandra

Per gli amici, Lucio, classe 1996, sono un informatico e un designer industriale che ha cominciato a fare impresa nel paesello dove sono nato, nel centro della mia amata Sicilia. Ho 2 partit, ehm, 2 attività di cui vado fiero, una è nell'ambito dell'artigianato, settore legno, e l'altra è un'azienda agricola. Sono un perito informatico e dopo aver iniziato gli studi al dipartimento di matematica e informatica all'università di Catania, per imprevisti o forse opportunità, non ho concluso la carriera da programmatore, ho capito che volevo fare altre cose da grande e adesso sto completando gli studi in Architettura e design industriale presso la San Raffaele Roma.
Sono una ex recluta del GDG Catania e ho fatto tanta esperienza nel mondo delle startup, partendo dal brainstorming.
Ho molte skill, ma resto umile, mi piace la musica e la pasta al forno.

Per gli amici, Lucio, classe 1996, sono un informatico e un designer industriale che ha cominciato a fare impresa nel paesello dove sono nato, nel centro della mia amata Sicilia. Ho 2 partit, ehm, 2 attività di cui vado fiero, una è nell'ambito dell'... Show more

Cam Casher

Cam Casher

I am currently an engineer based in Denver, CO

I am currently an engineer based in Denver, CO Show more

Corinna Hischke

Corinna Hischke

While earning her Master's degree in Computer Science, she and three fellow students founded their first company. She has been a software developer, project manager, consultant, leader and coach. Combining many years of practical experience with open-mindedness and up-to-date expertise, she is passionate about solving today's complex problems together with the people involved. She strives to make IT more diverse as a key to problem solving and good collaboration.

While earning her Master's degree in Computer Science, she and three fellow students founded their first company. She has been a software developer, project manager, consultant, leader and coach. Combining many years of practical experience with open... Show more

Martin Brunke

Martin Brunke

Martin Brunke delivers powerful presentations that transcend traditional leadership insights, drawing on over two decades of experience coaching major college football and leading complex business transformations. He challenges organizations to cultivate the "Tom Brady Mindset"—a system he’s uniquely engineered and proven to instill—resulting in teams and leaders who operate with the unflappable confidence, profound trust, and crystal-clear clarity essential for today's complex demands. Martin's extensive background building and scaling PMOs underscores his ability to translate this system into practical, strategic impact, providing a tangible pathway for organizations of all sizes to achieve real agility and consistently turn uncertainty into opportunity.

Martin Brunke delivers powerful presentations that transcend traditional leadership insights, drawing on over two decades of experience coaching major college football and leading complex business transformations. He challenges organizations to culti... Show more

Gabriela Matic

Gabriela Matic

Gabi is co-founder and director of Metta, the transformative innovation agency with the mission to improve the sustainability and accessibility of innovation. Before that, she was a programme director at the ATI Boeing Accelerator and Ignite, and co-founder and CMO of Mindmate, an Ignite and Techstars NYC alumni company.

Since 2016, Gabi has accelerated and directly supported more than 150 startups in different industries and stages and has mentored hundreds more. She's currently also a Venture Partner for the Aerospace Xelerated programme; accelerating startups in aerospace and adjacent industries. Gabi is an angel investor particularly interested in sustainability, health tech and founders from underrepresented backgrounds. She also supports a range of early-stage startups as mentor and advisor. Gabi is also an aspiring Behavioural Scientist (LSE).

Gabi is co-founder and director of Metta, the transformative innovation agency with the mission to improve the sustainability and accessibility of innovation. Before that, she was a programme director at the ATI Boeing Accelerator and Ignite, and co-... Show more

Rishabh Rana

Rishabh Rana

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Aleia Amy Schofield

Aleia Amy Schofield

With 15+ years of experience in the ERP industry, I have progressed from support roles to becoming a Solution Architect, specialising in manufacturing solutions across diverse sectors including plastics, design-driven manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and food & beverage. My passion lies in designing and implementing systems that not only streamline business operations but also enhance people's lives by reducing stress and enabling smarter, more efficient workflows. Witnessing the transformative power of technology in driving business growth is what fuels my dedication and passion to this field.
Academically, I hold a BA (Hons) in English Literature and am currently pursuing an MSc in Computer Science with a focus on AI. Alongside my academic endeavours, I maintain professional Microsoft certifications and continue to expand my expertise in the latest technological innovations.

With 15+ years of experience in the ERP industry, I have progressed from support roles to becoming a Solution Architect, specialising in manufacturing solutions across diverse sectors including plastics, design-driven manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, ... Show more

Helen Beckford

Helen Beckford

Helen Beckford is a remote fractional and project based IT leader who works globally to help scale-ups transform delivery chaos into business outcomes. With a strong background in strategy and execution, she ensures that delivery is always aligned with business strategy. After honing her skills at IBM and Accenture, she stepped into rapid growth environments at Dyson and Elvie, where she saw first-hand how portfolios can stall due to misaligned demand and lack of clarity. Today, she's renowned for her portfolio rescue approach, which involves establishing transparent demand management, right-sizing governance, and restoring flow to ensure the right work gets done at the right time.

Helen's story-led approach combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution across various tech stacks, including Salesforce, SAP, NetSuite, and modern SaaS solutions. She collaborates with CTOs, CFOs, COOs, and founders to revive momentum, refine operating models, and accelerate teams towards scale, all while keeping a keen eye on business strategy and minimizing overhead. Recognized as a Future CIO of the Year finalist and a Best SAP UKI Transformational Change Programme finalist, she brings cross-functional credibility, practical governance, and a calm, repeatable playbook from roadmap through to business as usual (BAU).

Helen Beckford is a remote fractional and project based IT leader who works globally to help scale-ups transform delivery chaos into business outcomes. With a strong background in strategy and execution, she ensures that delivery is always aligned wi... Show more

Smith Codio

Smith Codio

Smith leads the team responsible for growing Dataverse capabilities and transformation to become Microsoft's Copilot data platform for business processes.
He has a deep background in product development, having spent more than 16 years focused on building distributed systems and enterprise software designed to drive digital transformation within corporations across various industries.
His areas of specialty include emerging technologies such as Blockchain, Autonomous Driving, Connected Car, Immersive Experiences, and Generative AI.

Smith leads the team responsible for growing Dataverse capabilities and transformation to become Microsoft's Copilot data platform for business processes. He has a deep background in product development, having spent more than 16 years focused on bu... Show more

Gary Frostick

Gary Frostick

Gary has nearly 25 years’ experience of implementing, customising and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (and its predecessor Navision) with a focus on warehouse, logistics and manufacturing functions. He is passionate about leveraging this platform by designing and developing apps to improve both efficiency and insights into business processes.

Gary has nearly 25 years’ experience of implementing, customising and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (and its predecessor Navision) with a focus on warehouse, logistics and manufacturing functions. He is passionate about leveragin... Show more

Aniruddha Dhole

Aniruddha Dhole

A dynamic Quality and Design Assurance professional whose career has been dedicated to elevating product quality and regulatory compliance within the complex MedTech and Bio-Pharmaceutical sectors. Aniruddha's deep technical background allows him to serve as an authoritative subject matter expert on critical industry standards, including ISO 14971 risk assessment, EU MDR transition, and US FDA regulations.

My experience includes leading cross-functional teams to define, validate, and launch new products, managing the complete Design History File (DHF) lifecycle, and implementing Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques to reduce manufacturing defects. Proficient in quality methodologies like FMEA, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Gage R&R, Aniruddha excels at transforming non-conformance issues into streamlined, compliant processes. Currently serving as a Design Quality Engineer, he brings immediate, real-world insight into process validation (IQ, OQ, PQ) and maintaining a robust quality system.

A dynamic Quality and Design Assurance professional whose career has been dedicated to elevating product quality and regulatory compliance within the complex MedTech and Bio-Pharmaceutical sectors. Aniruddha's deep technical background allows him to ... Show more

Dominic Storey

Dominic Storey

Dominic Storey is an IBM Master Inventor and Automation Technical Leader working in the IBM Integration team. He is currently working on the next generation of IBM Integration products including App Connect Enterprise and Designer delivered within the Cloud Pak for Integration. In a previous life, he was Technical Lead for the IBM Integration Bus Industry Team, delivering the Healthcare, Retail and Manufacturing Packs. He also worked within the MQSeries and Message Broker Development teams in IBM Hursley when starting at IBM in 1997, working on many core parts of these products, notably the Message Broker API, Pattern Authoring and Message Broker Explorer.

Contact details: domstorey @uk.ibm.com

Dominic Storey is an IBM Master Inventor and Automation Technical Leader working in the IBM Integration team. He is currently working on the next generation of IBM Integration products including App Connect Enterprise and Designer delivered within th... Show more

Alicia Vera Aguilar

Alicia Vera Aguilar

I’m a Microsoft-certified Dynamics 365 F&O consultant specialized in Finance, with 3+ years of experience and a solid background in accounting and treasury management. I help companies implement efficient and standards-based solutions, with a strong focus on methodology and problem-solving.

I’ve worked across industries such as paper manufacturing, healthcare products, food, and industrial companies, among others.

I’m a Microsoft-certified Dynamics 365 F&O consultant specialized in Finance, with 3+ years of experience and a solid background in accounting and treasury management. I help companies implement efficient and standards-based solutions, with a strong ... Show more

Alex Lucaci

Alex Lucaci

Passionate about technology and design, I develop open hardware for 3D printers. For the last few years, I have mentored the Clockworks robotics team, sharing my programming expertise while gaining extensive experience in CAD and 3D printing.

Passionate about technology and design, I develop open hardware for 3D printers. For the last few years, I have mentored the Clockworks robotics team, sharing my programming expertise while gaining extensive experience in CAD and 3D printing. Show more

Danny Pigini

Danny Pigini

I am a Telecommunications Engineer specialized in Cloud Collaboration, Productivity and Generative AI solutions. Throughout my career, I have gained practical experience in customer-facing technical roles in research, design, delivery and sales units. My passion is driving digital transformation to improve people's lives.

I am a Telecommunications Engineer specialized in Cloud Collaboration, Productivity and Generative AI solutions. Throughout my career, I have gained practical experience in customer-facing technical roles in research, design, delivery and sales units... Show more

Sai Penumuru

Sai Penumuru

Sai Penumuru is a Technology leader and Principal Director at Accenture, where he spearheads Oracle Cloud growth and transformation across the EMEA region. With more than 23 years of deep enterprise experience, Sai partners with clients to drive innovation, streamline hybrid and multicloud architectures, and unlock tangible business value through next-gen cloud solutions.

A recognised Oracle ACE Director, Sai is also the Co-founder and President of the All India Oracle Users Group (AIOUG), one of the largest and most dynamic Oracle communities worldwide. His commitment to advancing the Oracle ecosystem is rooted in a mission to empower professionals, shape best practices, and champion the future of cloud-first strategies.

Sai is renowned globally for his thought leadership and technical excellence, having delivered over 150+ keynotes and sessions at leading technology conferences. His areas of expertise include Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, multicloud architectures, performance engineering, and digital modernisation.

His contributions have earned prestigious accolades, including Distinguished Cloud Architect of the Year (2024) and multiple nominations as a Finalist for the OCI Excellence Award – Cloud Architect of the Year (2022, 2023, 2025).

Relentlessly driven by impact, Sai continues to bridge the gap between technology and business outcomes—transforming ideas into scalable, future-ready cloud solutions.

Sai Penumuru is a Technology leader and Principal Director at Accenture, where he spearheads Oracle Cloud growth and transformation across the EMEA region. With more than 23 years of deep enterprise experience, Sai partners with clients to drive inno... Show more

Juan Bravo Vargas

Juan Bravo Vargas

Microsoft Certified Trainer, Certified Educator & Microsoft Dynamics 365 Solution Architect

Microsoft Certified Trainer, Certified Educator & Microsoft Dynamics 365 Solution Architect Show more

Derek Salmon

Derek Salmon

Derek Salmon design and develop websites following sustainable principles at Pikselkraft. Its main objective is to make the content accessible through resilient websites.
He has given lectures and published articles on sustainable web design, permacomputing, and low-tech.
He works on topics related to user-friendly digital technology and bioregional digital technology.

Derek Salmon design and develop websites following sustainable principles at Pikselkraft. Its main objective is to make the content accessible through resilient websites. He has given lectures and published articles on sustainable web design, permac... Show more

Augusto Davalos

Augusto Davalos

I am a dynamic professional with over a decade of experience across diverse industries (Medical devices, Pharma, Software development, Rail, Banking). Throughout my career, I have excelled in enhancing processes, ensuring quality assurance, and leading complex projects. As a senior project manager, scrum master, process engineer, business analyst, and validations manager, I have demonstrated remarkable adaptability and competence. I have successfully led teams in developing and implementing websites, platforms, and applications for international clients in America, Europe, and Asia.
I am certified as a Sitecore 10 System Administrator and currently a Sitecore MVP Ambassador, my strategic approach is based on a deep understanding of client needs, alignment with organizational goals, and the ability to break down complex requirements into manageable steps.
I am committed to delivering effective solutions and fostering high team performance, consistently ensuring the achievement of project objectives and delivering substantial value.
I am very passionate to share all my expertise with beginners and intermediate knowledge people, to get them to become a part of the amazing Sitecore community.

I am a dynamic professional with over a decade of experience across diverse industries (Medical devices, Pharma, Software development, Rail, Banking). Throughout my career, I have excelled in enhancing processes, ensuring quality assurance, and leadi... Show more

David Suson

David Suson

David studies the root causes or keystones for success and achievement in the areas of Leadership, Personal Performance, Sales and Communication. He studied over 3,000 top performers to find what the best performing employees do, what the best leaders do, what the best communicators do, and what the best salespeople do. And more importantly, he discovered the roadblocks that hold people back. His analytical skills come from his degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering and his work at IBM, other tech companies, and working with clients in technology, banking, communications, healthcare, manufacturing and distribution and others. He is an expert in leadership, sales and personal development and brings his insights to you to create breakthrough solutions.

David presents over 140 times/year, has spoken to over 200,000 people in 49 states and internationally. He delivers engaging, inspiring and energetic presentations.

David studies the root causes or keystones for success and achievement in the areas of Leadership, Personal Performance, Sales and Communication. He studied over 3,000 top performers to find what the best performing employees do, what the best leade... Show more

Shubham Beldar

Shubham Beldar

Shubham Beldar is a data-driven and customer-focused Solutions Engineer with extensive expertise in supply chain management and warehouse automation. Currently serving as a Solutions Engineer for Warehouse Automation design at Symbotic LLC in Boston, he specializes in optimizing end-to-end supply chain solutions and designing logistics robotics technologies. Shubham has demonstrated exceptional results across multiple organizations, including Symbotic LLC, Americold Logistics, GreyOrange, and One H2 Inc.
His technical expertise spans supply chain automation, material handling equipment (MHE), solutions design, process optimization, mathematical modeling, and data analytics. Shubham is proficient in tools including Tableau, Power BI, MS Excel, Power Query, ERP, WMS, WES, Salesforce, JIRA, Oracle, Red Prairie, AutoCAD, and Visio. Throughout his career, he has consistently delivered breakthrough results, including a 30% reduction in operational costs and a 40% increase in efficiency across Walmart Distribution Centers and other major grocery brands through the implementation of automation solutions. At GreyOrange, he supported USD 10 million ACV-generating projects while collaborating with Solution Design, Sales, and Product Teams, leading to a 20% increase in operational efficiency for clients through the implementation of robotic systems and warehouse management software. At Americold Logistics, he achieved a 15% reduction in operational costs through strategic process improvements, technology integration, and efficient resource management.
Shubham holds a Master of Science in Engineering and Operations Management from the University of New Haven, Connecticut (CGPA: 3.6), and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics Engineering from Mumbai University, India (CGPA: 3.2). His academic foundation is complemented by certifications including Lean Six Sigma white belt, Data Analytics fundamentals by AWS, and Dale Carnegie training. An active participant in the warehouse automation industry, Shubham has attended MODEX 2022, 2024, and Promat 2025, and served as a MODEX exhibitor in 2022, representing GreyOrange Inc.
Committed to promoting effective problem-solving and achieving breakthrough results, Shubham is innovative and resourceful in conceiving and implementing creative logistics solutions. He excels at managing operations and projects while consistently delivering desired results and contributing to company goals. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Shubham continues to drive efficiency and transformation in warehouse automation, leveraging his expertise in logistics robotics solutions.

Shubham Beldar is a data-driven and customer-focused Solutions Engineer with extensive expertise in supply chain management and warehouse automation. Currently serving as a Solutions Engineer for Warehouse Automation design at Symbotic LLC in Boston,... Show more

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