Manufacturing & Industrial Materials

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

Joe Kehoe

Joe Kehoe

Joe brings over 15+ years experience in driving digital transformation across large organizations. He believes organizations can be successful with transformation when they focus on business change, end user experience, actionable insights, and change management. Joe believes strategy is complete when it is executed and measureable against the business case supporting it.

Joe brings over 15+ years experience in driving digital transformation across large organizations. He believes organizations can be successful with transformation when they focus on business change, end user experience, actionable insights, and chang... Show more

Marcel Czarkowski

Marcel Czarkowski

Marcel is a Sr. Consultant & Int.Project Manager at DGP GmbH. With over ten years of experience in digitalizing manufacturing companies, he specializes in advising clients with the highest demands for efficiency and quality. Marcel combines his engineering expertise and leadership skills from his professional career with a deep passion for implementing complex, international projects..Through his career Marcel has honed a keen eye for detail, crafting tailored solutions that enhance value chains across borders and cultures. With expertise in MS B.C. since NAV2009 and MS365ecosystem, he leverages every tool to optimize production processes. His focus is on boosting clients’ value chains and securing competitiveness through seamless process optimization. Privately, he enjoys life in the countryside with his wife, two children, two cats and a dog, away from which he uses every spare sec. to find innovative industry solutions to stay at the forefront of digital and technological progress.

Marcel is a Sr. Consultant & Int.Project Manager at DGP GmbH. With over ten years of experience in digitalizing manufacturing companies, he specializes in advising clients with the highest demands for efficiency and quality. Marcel combines his engin... Show more

Rebecca Solano

Rebecca Solano

Rebecca is a human-centered, collaborative organizational change leader interested in developing great teams and culture, co-creating large-scale strategic vision, driving value nimbly, and a bliever in integrating change strategies to develop organizational resiliency and competitive edge. She has 5 years in cross-industry OCM for ERP implementations and tech adoption, as well as over 10 years in strategic and business communications, including 6 years of bilingual business communication & advocacy.

Rebecca is a human-centered, collaborative organizational change leader interested in developing great teams and culture, co-creating large-scale strategic vision, driving value nimbly, and a bliever in integrating change strategies to develop organi... Show more

Miquella de Boer

Miquella de Boer

Program manager on-premises data gateway.

Program manager on-premises data gateway. Show more

Jens Paggel

Jens Paggel

Trained as a Physicist, working in research for a couple of years, 20 years in automotive tier 1, now going back to old habits.

Trained as a Physicist, working in research for a couple of years, 20 years in automotive tier 1, now going back to old habits. Show more

Kalee Wood

Kalee Wood

Agile Leader * Tennis Player * Zen Practitioner

Agile Leader * Tennis Player * Zen Practitioner Show more

Mark Herrmann

Mark Herrmann

I have a background in chemical engineering and have been working 20+ years in semiconductors. I started out as a process engineer in areas such as e-beam lithography and organic semiconductors and gradually shifted towards data analytics. Since 2018 I am a full time data analyst responsible for a data analytics platform used globally across Bosch's semiconductor operations.

I have a background in chemical engineering and have been working 20+ years in semiconductors. I started out as a process engineer in areas such as e-beam lithography and organic semiconductors and gradually shifted towards data analytics. Since 2018... Show more

Ricardo Perim Real

Ricardo Perim Real

Engenheiro Civil pela PUC-MG com a honra de destaque acadêmico do curso e Mestre em Engenharia Civil pelo CEFET-MG. Graduação sanduíche no Instituto Superior Técnico de Lisboa/PT e MBA em Gestão ágil de Projetos. Experiência profissional com Projetos e Processos na MRV, obras na Odebrecht e acadêmica como Professor na PUC-MG.
Atuação principal com estudos técnicos de padronização de projetos de Engenharia e melhoria contínua de processos, aplicando Lean, Kaizen, Scrum, Data Analytics e Business Inteligence. Coordenação de projetos BIM, processos e Engenharia de Produto. Definição de indicadores e acompanhamento de resultados através de Office Floor Management (OFM).

Engenheiro Civil pela PUC-MG com a honra de destaque acadêmico do curso e Mestre em Engenharia Civil pelo CEFET-MG. Graduação sanduíche no Instituto Superior Técnico de Lisboa/PT e MBA em Gestão ágil de Projetos. Experiência profissional com Projetos... Show more

Peter Schmitter

Peter Schmitter

https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-schmitter-a95492264/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-schmitter-a95492264/ Show more

Jason Spanos

Jason Spanos

Jason Spanos applies method and rigor to everything he approaches. He is about to hit 30 years of experience working with ERP systems and has done everything from building interfaces to project management to sales and marketing. Jason stays focused on current research data and methods for successful projects and firmly believes that reflection and continuous improvement are required for growth. His current pet peeve is the term "best practice" - which should be replaced with the term "better practice", suggesting there is always room to explore better ways to do things in the future.

Jason Spanos applies method and rigor to everything he approaches. He is about to hit 30 years of experience working with ERP systems and has done everything from building interfaces to project management to sales and marketing. Jason stays focused o... Show more

Fredrik Gulich

Fredrik Gulich

Business Central Application Specialist

Business Central Application Specialist 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

Bruno Quemener

Bruno Quemener

CEO move2.digital plateform AI InnovFast.
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CEO move2.digital plateform AI InnovFast. Plateform AI InnovFast boost your innovation Show more

Jens Mueller

Jens Mueller

Jens Müller is a seasoned Enterprise Architect with a strong track record in shaping IT landscapes for global organizations. Currently serving at Allianz Kunde und Markt GmbH as Business Owner of the Eventing Platform in Germany, he specializes in Integration Architecture, Eventing, IAM, and external Partner integration. With over a decade of experience, he has held key roles at Allianz in Germany, BMW Group, Red Bull, EY and Accenture, demonstrating expertise in CRM systems, BI, Reporting and cutting-edge technologies such as Salesforce, SAP, AWS, and Cloud Solutions. His leadership spans strategic development, global financial planning, and overseeing end-to-end processes. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business informatics from Hochschule Furtwangen and a short detour at TU Munich (TUM).

Jens Müller is a seasoned Enterprise Architect with a strong track record in shaping IT landscapes for global organizations. Currently serving at Allianz Kunde und Markt GmbH as Business Owner of the Eventing Platform in Germany, he specializes in In... Show more

Dries Dennequin

Dries Dennequin

Actief binnen Fluvius sinds 2007, als projectleider uitrol publieke laadpalen, en sinds 2020 als Fleetmanager verantwoordelijk voor de dienstvoertuigen en leasingwagens binnen Fluvius.

Actief binnen Fluvius sinds 2007, als projectleider uitrol publieke laadpalen, en sinds 2020 als Fleetmanager verantwoordelijk voor de dienstvoertuigen en leasingwagens binnen Fluvius. Show more

Gurdeep Singh

Gurdeep Singh

Gurdeep Singh is a dynamic Business Systems Analyst and Web Developer renowned for his innovative approach to data systems and business process automation. Based in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada, he earned his bachelor's degree in Computer Science from The University of Lethbridge with a focus on software development and machine learning. His early passion for programming led him to competitive coding, refining his problem-solving skills and setting the stage for a career at the intersection of data and technology.

In his current role at Methanex Corporation, Gurdeep leverages advanced data management strategies and AI-driven solutions to streamline business processes and drive operational excellence. His hands-on experience with generative AI for knowledge management and process automation underscores his commitment to harnessing cutting-edge technologies for practical, real-world applications.

In addition to his corporate responsibilities, Gurdeep also leads a consultancy that designs custom web applications and integrates ERP systems—empowering organizations to optimize their digital infrastructure without compromising on efficiency.

Gurdeep Singh is a dynamic Business Systems Analyst and Web Developer renowned for his innovative approach to data systems and business process automation. Based in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada, he earned his bachelor's degree in Computer Science fr... Show more

Pedro Azevedo

Pedro Azevedo

The speaker is a mechanical engineering graduate from the University of Aveiro, who performed research on Autonomous Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS) in the Laboratory of Automation and Robotics at the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The author's research focused on object detection and tracking using Deep Learning for ADAS. Following the completion of his master's degree, the speaker transitioned to the industry, where he worked on real time ML applied to manufacturing industry and now works on large scale machine learning systems; developing end to end ML pipelines trough use cases in world class fashion brands such as adidas.

The speaker is a mechanical engineering graduate from the University of Aveiro, who performed research on Autonomous Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS) in the Laboratory of Automation and Robotics at the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The autho... Show more

José María Gutiérrez TheTechOddBug

José María Gutiérrez TheTechOddBug

More than 20 years in technology.

More than 20 years in technology. Show more

Wu Rongrong

Wu Rongrong

Software engineer in China Mobile Cloud AI Computing team, primarily responsible for integrating AI algorithms onto the intelligent computing system and dedicated to optimizing the performance and functionality of these algorithms.

Software engineer in China Mobile Cloud AI Computing team, primarily responsible for integrating AI algorithms onto the intelligent computing system and dedicated to optimizing the performance and functionality of these algorithms. Show more

Jennie King

Jennie King

Jennie King is a lifelong learner with over a decade of experience working in education. She has taught K-12 science and engineering courses and volunteers through NASA as a Solar System Ambassador, sharing her love of astronomy and space exploration. Currently, Jennie works as the Manager of Educator Programs at Science World in Vancouver, a role which allows her to support the important work of educators across the province. If your brain is full of questions or ideas, especially about STEAM education, Jennie wants to hear them all!

Jennie King is a lifelong learner with over a decade of experience working in education. She has taught K-12 science and engineering courses and volunteers through NASA as a Solar System Ambassador, sharing her love of astronomy and space exploration... Show more

Ethan Patrick

Ethan Patrick

Ethan Patrick is a seasoned Technical Consultant specializing in software, mobile app, and website development. With over 10 years of experience, Ethan has a proven track record of delivering innovative, scalable, and user-centric solutions that empower businesses to thrive in the digital age.

Ethan Patrick is a seasoned Technical Consultant specializing in software, mobile app, and website development. With over 10 years of experience, Ethan has a proven track record of delivering innovative, scalable, and user-centric solutions that empo... Show more

Mukul Chugh

Mukul Chugh

I am a software engineer

I am a software engineer Show more

Hitesh Parihar

Hitesh Parihar

A passionate, innovative, and result-oriented Embedded Systems Engineer with expertise in UAVs, 3D printing, and rapid prototyping. Born in Pali, Rajasthan, raised and schooled in Pune, and graduated from Jaipur, I currently work as an embedded systems engineer in Surat.

Known for thinking outside the box and challenging conventional approaches, I have won numerous awards and been featured in newspapers for achievements in startup funding, drone competitions, and conducting around a dozen of workshops in rural schools across Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh. Won Best Final Year Project of the college and many more. Finalist at flagship Smart India Hackathon 2023.

Being multilingual, a quick learner, and an avid traveler, I excel at adapting to diverse environments, connecting with people from various backgrounds, and continuously acquiring new skills to fuel my innovation.

A passionate, innovative, and result-oriented Embedded Systems Engineer with expertise in UAVs, 3D printing, and rapid prototyping. Born in Pali, Rajasthan, raised and schooled in Pune, and graduated from Jaipur, I currently work as an embedded syste... Show more

Rich Kopcho

Rich Kopcho

Rich Kopcho is a visionary technology leader with over 25 years of experience, including 12 years as a Product Manager of Enterprise Storage at Hewlett Packard. In this role, he managed enterprise-class data storage solutions. This deep immersion in storage technologies as a product leader gave him an unparalleled understanding of the intricate needs surrounding decentralised data management, especially in sophisticated AI workflows.

After running his own consulting firm for a decade, where he advised prominent Fortune 100 companies such as Honeywell Aerospace, British Aerospace, Jabil, Celestica International, and Scientific Atlanta, among others, Rich was an early adopter of blockchain technology, acquiring his first cryptocurrency in 2013.

An accomplished founder and mentor, Rich has driven innovation across over 20 startups. He operated a Web3 venture studio, advises Techstars web3 and FinTech startups, and leverages his multi-disciplinary expertise in business development, product management, and marketing to support the Web3 ecosystem.

As the Founder of Paisley (AI micro-payments), CMO of Convex (Lattice Tech), and Founder of COVIA AI (decentralised vector DB protocol), Rich is building extremely low-latency AI infrastructure for secure, scalable data management, and AI workflows.

Rich Kopcho is a visionary technology leader with over 25 years of experience, including 12 years as a Product Manager of Enterprise Storage at Hewlett Packard. In this role, he managed enterprise-class data storage solutions. This deep immersion in ... Show more

Falko Werner

Falko Werner

Professional Experience
Starting as a PhD student with experience abroad in Hungary and Cuba, I continued through the development stages as a software developer, project manager, speaker, software architect, agile coach, general manager and CEO.
Currently I lead a team of integration architects on one side and on the other I closely cooperate with other trainers and authors in professional education and training with topics like Scrum, LeSS, SAFe, Kanban and especially DevOps.

Early Years
My interests in doing sports developed through the years from swimming latchkey kid to judoka, rowing, basketball and athletics to windsurfing, parachute jumping to jogging with our dog.
The schooling careere started in primary school in my home town Schönebeck (Elbe) at the POS Karl-Liebknecht , followed by high schools there Gymnasium in Malzmühlenfeld with a detour via the Turner High School in Montana back to the high school for graduation withe the German Abitur.
After finishing school via the basic military service in the logistics regiment, I went on to the Otto-von-Guericke University to graduate as the first master in engineering computer scientist with distinction.

Further Details:
https://vemp.io, https://www.werner.biz, https://www.falkowerner.de

Professional Experience Starting as a PhD student with experience abroad in Hungary and Cuba, I continued through the development stages as a software developer, project manager, speaker, software architect, agile coach, general manager and CEO. Cu... Show more

Daniel Jermaine

Daniel Jermaine

I’m Daniel Jermaine, an experienced iOS software developer with six years of expertise in creating innovative applications. I’ve built a variety of projects, including the first MVP for Sheltera, an AI-driven software that saves power companies $400,000 annually. I also developed a complex bioresonance app using Bluetooth for healing and an NGO social app that grew to over one million users.

As a winner of the TOn blockchain iOS competition, I’m passionate about mentoring junior developers through platforms like Swift Mentors. I also mentor UI/UX designers at major conferences, such as Untitled Designers, sharing insights and guidance. I believe in sharing knowledge and empowering the tech community through both my work and mentorship.

I’m Daniel Jermaine, an experienced iOS software developer with six years of expertise in creating innovative applications. I’ve built a variety of projects, including the first MVP for Sheltera, an AI-driven software that saves power companies $400,... Show more

Ana Lorena Cardozo

Ana Lorena Cardozo

Ingeniera en Sistemas de Producción

Ingeniera en Sistemas de Producción Show more

Ivan Dario Suarez

Ivan Dario Suarez

I am a Mechatronics Engineer with a Master's Degree in Project Management and certified in MOS Excel Expert. I have knowledge in the development of programming solutions for the optimization of processes, management of modeling and design software tools such as CAD and CAM, as well as data analysis through platforms such as Excel, Power BI, as well as the development of applications in VBA and JavaScript.

I have experience in the design, execution and measurement of projects in the hydrocarbons, power generation and cement sectors, aimed at increasing the rates of profitability, productivity and business sustainability, for national and international companies. Additionally, experience in budget administration, preparation of reports and dashboard for monitoring and execution of projects, compliance with KPI's and coordination of interdisciplinary teams.

I have skills in creating applications and software, planning, decision making, achievement orientation and information and data analysis.

I am a Mechatronics Engineer with a Master's Degree in Project Management and certified in MOS Excel Expert. I have knowledge in the development of programming solutions for the optimization of processes, management of modeling and design software to... Show more

Velma Martinez

Velma Martinez

Velma Martinez is a seasoned marketing manager based in Brooklyn, currently leading brand strategy and digital marketing efforts at Tiny Footprint Coffee.

Velma Martinez is a seasoned marketing manager based in Brooklyn, currently leading brand strategy and digital marketing efforts at Tiny Footprint Coffee. Show more

Lucas Shane Chittum

Lucas Shane Chittum

Lucas Shane Chittum of Tennessee is the President of HCB Yachts, a leading constructor of the prestigious HydraSports brand of fishing boats. Under his guidance and through the dedication of his team, the company has innovated a new market niche: center console yachts. His pioneering designs have set a benchmark for luxury fishing and cruising. Lucas has also introduced the iKon, a state-of-the-art bass boat equipped with automated control features, a high-quality suspension seat system, and enhanced handling for more precise maneuvers in challenging marine environments.

His prominent career in the marine industry began as the Chief Operating Officer at MasterCraft Boat Company, located in Knoxville, TN, where he started to build a notable reputation as a Manufacturing Executive. His efforts led MasterCraft to become the first marine plant to receive ISO certification for manufacturing, safety, and environmental practices.

Lucas is committed to ongoing education and has applied his extensive knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to improve both operational and administrative processes at HCB Yachts and MasterCraft. This dedication to quality management has significantly reduced product defects and boosted overall profits.

After serving six years in the United States Armed Forces, he pursued higher education at the University of Maryland, earning a Bachelor's in Science in Accounting. His choice of study stemmed from a lifelong interest in numbers, providing a pathway to a potential career in the financial sector. However, his academic and business training unexpectedly led him to become a COO and later assist in taking a significant boat manufacturer public in 2015.

In addition to training to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), he immersed himself in the latest advancements in manufacturing, becoming a Six Sigma Black Belt. This certification not only reflects his mastery of complex project management but also his ability to significantly enhance the efficiency of any manufacturing operation.

Lucas's career in business accounting started in the manufacturing sector. He initially worked as an Auditor for Deloitte & Touché, then took on significant roles at Lear Corporation and later Visteon as Director of Global Operational Excellence. These positions provided him with deep insights into complex manufacturing cost structures and operational strategies.

While at Lear, he managed operations across plants in Missouri, Iowa, Michigan, and Ohio, demonstrating significant leadership skills. His tenure at Visteon was particularly transformative. Within three years, he turned a $24 million loss into a $10 million gain, earning the prestigious Shingo Prize for Manufacturing Excellence.

In 2011, Lucas Shane Chittum joined MasterCraft Boat Company as COO. His strategic insights increased the company's profits from $1 million to $42 million over five years, leading up to its public listing. His leadership earned him Industry Week's Manufacturing Excellence Award in 2014.

In 2016, he took on the role of President at HCB Yachts, where he has continued to innovate, significantly shaping the evolution of the HydraSports brand into HCB Yachts. Known for creating the world's largest center console yachts, he successfully launched the 65 Estrella in 2019 and the innovative iKon bass boat in 2023.

Outside of his professional life, he is an avid wrestling fan. He serves as the USA Wrestling Director and supports wrestling programs at various levels throughout Tennessee and the USA. His commitment extends to mentoring young athletes in Southern wrestling programs, showcasing his dedication to fostering community and youth development.

Lucas Shane Chittum of Tennessee is the President of HCB Yachts, a leading constructor of the prestigious HydraSports brand of fishing boats. Under his guidance and through the dedication of his team, the company has innovated a new market niche: cen... Show more

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