Raj Goodman Anand is Founder & CEO of AI-First Mindset®, an AI education and advisory company that helps CEOs, business owners and leadership teams understand, adopt and implement AI, with a particular focus on manufacturing and industrial businesses. He is also Founder & CEO of Goodman Lantern, an international B2B content marketing agency where over 80% of the team are women. Raj's AI background predates the boom: his postgraduate research (MRes) focused on pathfinding algorithms, and he worked on ARCO, an EU-funded research project at the University of Sussex. His positioning is optimistic and practical: fundamentals first, then use cases leaders can deploy immediately.

Raj Goodman Anand is Founder & CEO of AI-First Mindset®, an AI education and advisory company that helps CEOs, business owners and leadership teams understand, adopt and implement AI, with a particular focus on manufacturing and industrial businesses... Show more

David Biel is Director of Business Development at R.E. Biel Company, a family owned dental cabinet manufacturer in Texas. A former teacher and band director, he came into manufacturing with no software background and ended up rebuilding the company's web presence and internal systems on cloud-native infrastructure using AI assisted tools. He represents the non-engineer end user the cloud-native community rarely hears from directly.

David Biel is Director of Business Development at R.E. Biel Company, a family owned dental cabinet manufacturer in Texas. A former teacher and band director, he came into manufacturing with no software background and ended up rebuilding the company's... Show more

Kapil Puvar, with 10.5 years in Dynamics 365 Business Central & Navision and a mechanical engineering background, is a leader in ERP implementations. Starting in the mechanical sector, he spent 5.5 years in production planning and process improvement, gaining invaluable ERP system insights. Transitioning to a functional consultant for Navision at Intech Systems, Kapil's unique skills saw him rise from Senior Functional Consultant to Senior Manager, leading over 35 global ERP projects. He's designed innovative products like Quality Control and Advanced Purchase, now featured on Microsoft AppSource. Kapil's blend of engineering and ERP expertise makes him a key asset in technology implementation and manufacturing process optimization.

Kapil Puvar, with 10.5 years in Dynamics 365 Business Central & Navision and a mechanical engineering background, is a leader in ERP implementations. Starting in the mechanical sector, he spent 5.5 years in production planning and process improvement... Show more

Hey, my name is Abdul Ali, and I am a professional content writer at SAMS Solutions. I create high-quality and SEO-optimized content about Parka, focusing on protective outerwear, workplace safety, and weather-resistant workwear solutions. My goal is to provide informative content that helps users choose reliable protective clothing.

Hey, my name is Abdul Ali, and I am a professional content writer at SAMS Solutions. I create high-quality and SEO-optimized content about Parka, focusing on protective outerwear, workplace safety, and weather-resistant workwear solutions. My goal is... Show more

Rob van de Star is a speaker, author and advisor specialising in Agentic AI, Physical AI and collaboration between employees, AI agents and humanoids.

He previously held global responsibility for software engineering and innovation as a Vice President at Capgemini and served as chief executive of two medium-sized technology companies.

Rob formerly worked as a lecturer and researcher at Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, where he contributed to several HBO-ICT minors. He was quartermaster of the ELSA AI Lab East Netherlands and initiated its Community of Practice on AI.

In his former role with AI Hub East Netherlands, he supported the adoption of AI in the manufacturing industry in collaboration with FME and Metaalunie. This work involved approximately 250 owner-managers and reached around 1,000 employees.

He is an expert at NLRobotics and the author of “Second Workforce: Rise of Agents & Humanoids”, a practical guide for executives and management teams seeking measurable business value from Agentic AI and Physical AI.

SPEAKER LINK: www.vandestar.com

Rob van de Star is a speaker, author and advisor specialising in Agentic AI, Physical AI and collaboration between employees, AI agents and humanoids. He previously held global responsibility for software engineering and innovation as a Vice Presi... Show more

Simon is a tech person with an entrepreneurial mindset and experience in leading engineering teams. He likes to operate at the interface between technical systems and business processes.

In the past years, he has founded and sold a startup and built the digital lab of a German Mittelstand company. Today he leads eigenmind, a venture builder that builds AI-based ventures with a strong focus on robotics and manufacturing for the European industry. Across these ventures he works at the intersection of applied AI, robotics, and real-world industrial processes, turning emerging technology into products that hold up on the shop floor.

Simon is a tech person with an entrepreneurial mindset and experience in leading engineering teams. He likes to operate at the interface between technical systems and business processes. In the past years, he has founded and sold a startup and bu... Show more

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Juan es ingeniero electrónico especializado en sistemas embebidos. Actualmente es cofundador de TMI Electronics, una empresa dedicada al desarrollo de sistemas embebidos de alta complejidad. Apasionado por crear, prototipar y entender cómo funcionan las cosas, combina experiencia en electrónica, programación y Linux embebido con una fuerte orientación a soluciones elegantes y eficientes. Además de su perfil técnico, mantiene una marcada curiosidad interdisciplinaria que lo llevó a involucrarse en redes, servidores, automatización y prototipado físico. Cree que la ingeniería también tiene un componente artístico, y que cada diseño refleja la personalidad de quien lo crea.

Juan es ingeniero electrónico especializado en sistemas embebidos. Actualmente es cofundador de TMI Electronics, una empresa dedicada al desarrollo de sistemas embebidos de alta complejidad. Apasionado por crear, prototipar y entender cómo funcionan ... Show more

Ajay Kumar Govindaram is a Senior Solutions Architect at AWS with more than fifteen years across data engineering, real-time streaming systems, and AI. He helps enterprises adopt generative and agentic AI on trustworthy data foundations, with deep focus on the semiconductor and high-tech sector. He spoke at AWS re:Invent, summits, SemiConWest on streaming analytics with agentic AI, presents regularly at cloud-computing conferences and industry summits on streaming data, IoT, real-time analytics, and smart-city architecture, and publishes on production-grade AI and data-platform design in major technical outlets. His signature work applies chip-manufacturing discipline (process control, fault detection, and yield economics) to production data platforms and autonomous AI, an approach he is documenting in a forthcoming book. He is a Senior Member of the IEEE, holds AWS professional-level certifications, and is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Ajay Kumar Govindaram is a Senior Solutions Architect at AWS with more than fifteen years across data engineering, real-time streaming systems, and AI. He helps enterprises adopt generative and agentic AI on trustworthy data foundations, with deep fo... Show more

David is a consulting professional with multiple years in developing reports using business intelligence techniques. Specializing in the Business Intelligence and Project Management space with extraordinary depth in Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Visualizations, Portfolio Management, and Expert in the use of Power BI.

David’s experience is specialized in Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Education, and Medical Supply. But he has worked in many other industries as well.

David is a consulting professional with multiple years in developing reports using business intelligence techniques. Specializing in the Business Intelligence and Project Management space with extraordinary depth in Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data... Show more

As a Functional Safety Manager, I bring more than seven years of experience in implementing and optimizing functional safety processes. My expertise includes in-depth knowledge of the ISO 26262 and IEC 61508 standards, as well as the ability to design efficient, robust, and future-proof safety processes. In my current role, I support companies in successfully delivering complex projects with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, process efficiency, and engineering excellence.

With a hands-on approach and a strong emphasis on consulting and implementation, I help teams optimize development processes and establish sustainable solutions. I am passionate about applying systematic engineering principles and targeted measures across management, verification, and documentation to ensure the safety, reliability, and compliance of technical systems.

As a Functional Safety Manager, I bring more than seven years of experience in implementing and optimizing functional safety processes. My expertise includes in-depth knowledge of the ISO 26262 and IEC 61508 standards, as well as the ability to desig... Show more

Technical Co-Founder and Head of Product Development for 3 International Startups, building and managing teams bringing digital transformation to domains such as Energy Management, Building Automation, Asset Tracking, and Consumer Electronics.

15+ years of experience as an AI and IoT Engineer, working in design and development of products across industries such as IoT, Autonomous Driving, Automotive Engineering, Aeronautics, Industry 4.0, and Robotics.

Technical Co-Founder and Head of Product Development for 3 International Startups, building and managing teams bringing digital transformation to domains such as Energy Management, Building Automation, Asset Tracking, and Consumer Electronics. 15+... Show more

Principal Consulting Manager at Zühlke, helping organizations navigate the complexity of product development for cyber-physical systems and the application of new technologies by bridging the gap between high-level strategy and execution/development by applying systems-approach.

With a background in Industrial Engineering (BSc), Product Management for Technology Products (MSc) and PhD candidate in Systems Thinking, Réka made it her mission to transform ambitious, but too high-level ideas into systems that truly create value. Her work includes industries as diverse as industrial robotics, consumer products, automotive, and energy—proving that systems thinking in product development is not just a tool but a universal language for tackling complexity. She introduces system approach already on the business level, which seamlessly can be translated to systems engineering.

At her core, she is passionate about making systems thinking accessible, practical, and downright exciting. She is here to challenge the status quo, inspire new ways of thinking, and show how embracing systems can lead to groundbreaking innovation

Principal Consulting Manager at Zühlke, helping organizations navigate the complexity of product development for cyber-physical systems and the application of new technologies by bridging the gap between high-level strategy and execution/development ... Show more

Rob graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor’s of Engineering in the early 90s. He first worked with manufacturing ERP in 1994 and first worked with Dynamics in manufacturing in 2008. He considers himself more of a manufacturing consultant than a Business Central expert. He has read “The Goal” at least 4 times, “Lean Thinking” at least 3 times, and has seen Star Wars more times than he can count (Han shot first!).

He is an avid collector of music and, using “The Rolling Stone Top 500 Album List” as a guide, has managed to buy 490 of the 500 best albums of all time (as CDs - the rest are out of print).

Rob graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor’s of Engineering in the early 90s. He first worked with manufacturing ERP in 1994 and first worked with Dynamics in manufacturing in 2008. He considers himself more of a manufacturing cons... Show more

Shelly Thomas, PE, MBA is the founder of Building Beta and one of the few Copilot strategists who has actually run the operations she now teaches executives to transform.

Her career spans 20+ years across oil and gas, manufacturing, and industrial distribution, managing Fortune 500 relationships at Morton Salt's Industrial Division and directing global eCommerce operations at Chart Industries. She brings that same operational accountability into every training room.

Her programs are built for leaders who are time-starved, skeptical, and responsible for outcomes their boards can measure. The goal isn't to make executives into power users, it's to make them the kind of leader who spreads AI capability across their entire organization. The teams who go through her programs become the most valuable resource in the building. That's what she designs for.

Shelly serves on the UAA College of Engineering Advisory Board, co-chairs Alaska's Women in Engineering Advisory Board, and co-hosts the Breaking Frozen Ground podcast on engineering careers in Alaska. She is based in Alaska, and she operates exactly where you'd expect someone called the Copilot Strategist on the Last Frontier to operate.

Shelly Thomas, PE, MBA is the founder of Building Beta and one of the few Copilot strategists who has actually run the operations she now teaches executives to transform. Her career spans 20+ years across oil and gas, manufacturing, and industrial... Show more

Jeremy Doran helps seemingly incompatible people talk to each other. With degrees in mechanical engineering and psychology, he brings a rare perspective to one of the oldest problems in any workplace — people who think differently struggling to communicate with each other.

His work sits at the intersection of neuroscience and leadership communication. He speaks frequently to engineering, finance, and HR audiences, having delivered over 50 talks for organizations including Electric Boat, APWA, SHRM, and SAE. He was named one of the top 50 leadership speakers for manufacturing in 2026.

Before launching NeuroConversant Leadership, Jeremy spent a decade as a financial advisor — giving him firsthand experience with the communication challenges that come with managing both clients and teams across very different thinking styles.

Jeremy is also the host of the NeuroConversant Leadership podcast and has a particular focus on engineers who get promoted into leadership and suddenly have to manage people — something he knows from personal experience.

Jeremy Doran helps seemingly incompatible people talk to each other. With degrees in mechanical engineering and psychology, he brings a rare perspective to one of the oldest problems in any workplace — people who think differently struggling to commu... Show more

Juliana has held only one job in her career and life, the one she currently holds as CEO of Priority Architectural Graphics, a manufacturer of custom high end architectural signage. She founded the company in 1995 right out of college and has organically grown and nurtured it for over thirty years.

Today, Priority Architectural Graphics designs, builds and installs some of the most iconic signs and brands in California.

Juliana was honored as a “Most Influential Woman in Business” by the San Francisco Business Times in 2026 and “Small Business of the Year” by the State of CA in 2019 among many other recognitions.

Juliana has held only one job in her career and life, the one she currently holds as CEO of Priority Architectural Graphics, a manufacturer of custom high end architectural signage. She founded the company in 1995 right out of college and has organic... Show more

J. Michael Coffey is a CEO, M&A Strategist and author of GALE Force: Navigating Strategy, Culture, and Value Creation in Modern M&A(Entrepreneur Books, 2026).

Over a thirty-year career leading industrial and manufacturing companies across seven countries, Coffey has been involved in 38 M&A transactions valued in excess of $1 billion — leading or serving as a C-suite principal in over 20 of them. As a member of the executive team that built H-E Parts International into a global multi-country platform, he helped drive the acquisition strategy that culminated in a $240 million exit to Hitachi Construction Machinery.

He subsequently served as CEO of Manitex International (NASDAQ: MNTX), where he led a full operational turnaround — delivering 30% revenue growth and a 400% EBITDA, prior to leading a sale to Tadano Ltd.

He is the founder of Resurgence Advisory, a boutique firm specializing in M&A strategy, post-merger integration, and performance metrics for lower-middle market industrials.

GALE Force, Global Aim, Local Execution - draws on his experience and methodologies such as DRiiVE and PRACTISE

Coffey holds an MBA from Emory University's Goizueta Business School and is based in Atlanta, Georgia. He resides in Atlanta, Georgia with his wife of 30 years and two daughters.

J. Michael Coffey is a CEO, M&A Strategist and author of GALE Force: Navigating Strategy, Culture, and Value Creation in Modern M&A(Entrepreneur Books, 2026). Over a thirty-year career leading industrial and manufacturing companies across seven co... Show more

With nearly 30 years in the semiconductor industry, I am an expert in process control and manufacturing optimization. My career has included key roles at Infineon, GlobalFoundries and now as an Expert Process Control Engineer at Bosch, where I focus on data-driven process stability, predictive maintenance, and sustainability for advanced 300mm fabs.

With nearly 30 years in the semiconductor industry, I am an expert in process control and manufacturing optimization. My career has included key roles at Infineon, GlobalFoundries and now as an Expert Process Control Engineer at Bosch, where I focus ... Show more

Carol Sikes is a D365FO manufacturing expert with over 20 years of experience. She has worked in the field as a process engineer and manufacturing manager, and in consulting as a functional consultant for production and supply chain. She is currently a Principal Functional Consultant for D365 F&SC with Argano. Prior to becoming a consultant, Carol taught math to teenagers, so she enjoys sharing knowledge of D365 with everyone she meets!

Carol Sikes is a D365FO manufacturing expert with over 20 years of experience. She has worked in the field as a process engineer and manufacturing manager, and in consulting as a functional consultant for production and supply chain. She is currently... Show more

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Fredrik Gülich is a Senior System Architect with more than 18 years of experience working with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Dynamics 365 Business Central since 2008. During his career, he has held roles as System Architect, Consultant, and Developer, giving him a broad understanding of both business processes and technical implementation.

Fredrik specializes in Manufacturing, Production, and Supply Chain Management, helping companies optimize their operations using standard Business Central functionality as well as custom extensions. His expertise also includes solution architecture, integrations, AI-powered solutions, and modern cloud technologies. He is passionate about sharing practical knowledge and demonstrating how emerging technologies can solve real-world business challenges and improve Business Central implementations.

Fredrik Gülich is a Senior System Architect with more than 18 years of experience working with Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Dynamics 365 Business Central since 2008. During his career, he has held roles as System Architect, Consultant, and Developer, g... Show more

Over 15 years of experience in data analytics and data platforms, with a passion for building AI-powered assistant products for manufacturing plants. Focused on delivering scalable, cost-effective solutions that solve complex operational problems and drive real business impact. Guided by curiosity, practicality, and economic feasibility.

Over 15 years of experience in data analytics and data platforms, with a passion for building AI-powered assistant products for manufacturing plants. Focused on delivering scalable, cost-effective solutions that solve complex operational problems and... Show more

James brings to you over 35 years of experience in the coatings industry, primarily in General Industrial, Marine Coatings, Protective Coatings and Linings for Water and Waste Treatment Facilities. He is active in AWWA, and he has been a member for over 25 Years. He is AMPP Certified as a Senior Coatings Inspector (#8970), and a SSPC Certified Concrete Coating Inspector (#29820). Outside of work he enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, loves fishing, and hanging out with his two dogs.

James brings to you over 35 years of experience in the coatings industry, primarily in General Industrial, Marine Coatings, Protective Coatings and Linings for Water and Waste Treatment Facilities. He is active in AWWA, and he has been a member for ... Show more

Menna Khaled, known also as M.K Ramadan, is an Egyptian mechanical engineer, author, Wikimedian, African Wiki Women Initiative ambassador, and researcher at Ain Shams University in Cairo. She is also a volunteer member at Africa Diaspora Network for Builders of Africa's Future 2026 (BAF) program.

Menna Khaled, known also as M.K Ramadan, is an Egyptian mechanical engineer, author, Wikimedian, African Wiki Women Initiative ambassador, and researcher at Ain Shams University in Cairo. She is also a volunteer member at Africa Diaspora Network for... Show more

Hi, I’m Parth Patel, working as Marketing Head at Dolphy India Private Limited a leading manufacturer and supplier of washroom automation products, hotel amenities, and industrial entrance solutions. We serve commercial and hospitality businesses with innovative products designed to improve hygiene, convenience, and operational efficiency. Our extensive portfolio includes hand dryers, air curtains, soap dispensers, sensor taps, concealed flush tanks, health faucets, electric kettles, sole cleaning machines, hotel amenities, lobby solutions, and banquet furniture. Nothing is more fulfilling than being part of a team that is committed to innovation, quality, and reliability while helping businesses create cleaner, smarter, and more efficient environments.

Hi, I’m Parth Patel, working as Marketing Head at Dolphy India Private Limited a leading manufacturer and supplier of washroom automation products, hotel amenities, and industrial entrance solutions. We serve commercial and hospitality businesses wit... Show more

Ulrike Baumgärtner is a senior consultant for quality strategy and founder of Passion4Quality, with over 25 years of leadership experience in the pharmaceutical industry. As a licensed pharmacist, she specializes in quality assurance, cleaning validation and the development of sustainable quality cultures.

During her time at Boehringer Ingelheim, she led the global Competence Center for Cleaning Validation, shaped corporate procedures, and presented cleaning validation concepts in numerous regulatory, FDA and customer inspections worldwide. Her work spanned the full lifecycle of cleaning validation – from risk assessment, sampling strategy and analytical method validation to protocol design, execution and hands-on swabbing and rinsing.

As a consultant, she has supported multiple clients in establishing robust cleaning validation concepts, including new API manufacturing facilities, solid dosage production sites and technology start-ups. She is known for bringing clarity to complex GMP environments and for bridging the gap between design assumptions and operational reality.

Ulrike Baumgärtner is a senior consultant for quality strategy and founder of Passion4Quality, with over 25 years of leadership experience in the pharmaceutical industry. As a licensed pharmacist, she specializes in quality assurance, cleaning valida... Show more

As a Python developer with years of experience in AI, ML, and data science, I have a passion for developing innovative solutions that integrate emerging technologies such as blockchain, cryptocurrency, and metaverse applications for augmented reality and virtual reality.

In addition to my expertise in developing cutting-edge technology, I also have experience in the development of mechanical applications and goods in research, which has resulted in the filing of two patents in the waste management sector(waste segregation, automation with AI, Image processing, and embedded system). I have also published a few studies in the field of energy, highlighting my diverse technical background.

As a problem solver, I enjoy working with new ideas and finding creative solutions to challenging issues. My skills in mechanical design and analysis, mechatronics, Ansible robotics automation, and engineering allow me to approach problems from a unique perspective and provide effective solutions.

One of my proudest achievements was the successful application of two patents, which received funding from the Government of India (DST), highlighting my ability to not only develop innovative ideas but also bring them to fruition.

As a Python developer, I am committed to delivering high-quality solutions that exceed expectations and provide value to clients. With a passion for innovation and problem-solving, I look forward to working with others in the industry to drive the development of cutting-edge technologies that will shape the future.

I started AI development in my college 2nd year so my personal experience would be 4+ years. whereas my professional experience is 2+ years in this field.

As a Python developer with years of experience in AI, ML, and data science, I have a passion for developing innovative solutions that integrate emerging technologies such as blockchain, cryptocurrency, and metaverse applications for augmented reality... Show more

Dan is a Senior Solution Architect with 16 years of experience in the ERP sector, particularly in manufacturing and distribution logistics. His commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and innovative problem-solving skills are at the core of his professional ethos. As a technical architect and subject matter expert, Dan excels in developing straightforward solutions for complex challenges, employing creative and effective strategies.

A Microsoft Certified Professional with expertise in Dynamics 365, Dan is dedicated to utilizing the latest technologies to improve business processes. He values continuous learning and actively contributes to the industry dialogue, sharing insights and engaging with peers on technological advancements and best practices.

Dan’s pragmatic approach and deep understanding of the ERP landscape make him a respected voice in the community, ready to share knowledge and perspectives that drive the field forward.

Dan is a Senior Solution Architect with 16 years of experience in the ERP sector, particularly in manufacturing and distribution logistics. His commitment to delivering high-quality solutions and innovative problem-solving skills are at the core of h... Show more

Dr.-Ing. Verena Voss is a mechanical engineer from RWTH Aachen University with a doctorate in simulation-based engineering obtained at the University of Stuttgart. She is Head of Quality at ASYS Automatic Systems, where she is responsible for the teams Quality Management, Quality Assurance, Global Quality, Lean Management and Sustainability. Her work focuses on robotics for semiconductor production.

Dr.-Ing. Verena Voss is a mechanical engineer from RWTH Aachen University with a doctorate in simulation-based engineering obtained at the University of Stuttgart. She is Head of Quality at ASYS Automatic Systems, where she is responsible for the tea... Show more