Manufacturing & Industrial Materials

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

Derek Arnold

Derek Arnold

Derek Arnold is a Senior Consultant for the Business Central delivery team at Forvis Mazars, based in Indianapolis, IN. With over 8 years of experience in the ERP consulting space, Derek has worked on a variety of projects, from process improvement to full implementations. His expertise lies in the supply chain and manufacturing sectors, covering everything from simple item creation and procurement to complex finite scheduling.

Derek Arnold is a Senior Consultant for the Business Central delivery team at Forvis Mazars, based in Indianapolis, IN. With over 8 years of experience in the ERP consulting space, Derek has worked on a variety of projects, from process improvement t... Show more

Julien Holtzer

Julien Holtzer

Co-founder & CEO

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Will Atkins

Will Atkins

Will Atkins is a graduate of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology earning a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He joined Tank Industry Consultants as a project engineer, preparing engineering reports for the rehabilitation of water storage tanks. Will has written nearly 50 technical reports addressing the condition of water storage tanks. These reports included recommendations for safety, sanitary, and aesthetic improvements to meet applicable industry standards. Will is familiar with OSHA regulations, American Water Works Association standards, and individual state regulations concerning water storage tanks.

Will Atkins is a graduate of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology earning a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He joined Tank Industry Consultants as a project engineer, preparing engineering reports for the rehabilitation of water storag... Show more

Edgaras Bencevičius

Edgaras Bencevičius

As a BC consultant for more than 15 years I have seen the ins and outs of various trade and manufacturing companies. There are some underlying challenges that all those companies face and in my current role as a product development manager I am transforming the solutions to these challenges into scalable products.

As a BC consultant for more than 15 years I have seen the ins and outs of various trade and manufacturing companies. There are some underlying challenges that all those companies face and in my current role as a product development manager I am trans... Show more

Julio Xicay

Julio Xicay

Soy un apasionado de la innovación tecnológica y tengo una sólida experiencia en el desarrollo y la implementación de soluciones utilizando la Power Platform de Microsoft. Durante los últimos 10 años, he liderado numerosos proyectos en los que he aprovechado al máximo las capacidades de Power Apps, Power Automate y Power BI para impulsar la eficiencia operativa y la toma de decisiones basadas en datos.
Algunos de mis logros destacados incluyen:
• Desarrollo de una aplicación personalizada de gestión de procesos internos utilizando Power Apps, que redujo los tiempos de respuesta en un 30%.
• Implementación de flujos de trabajo automatizados con Power Automate, lo que resultó en una optimización significativa de los procesos de negocio y una reducción del error humano.
• Creación de paneles de control dinámicos y visualmente atractivos en Power BI para proporcionar insights en tiempo real a los equipos de dirección, contribuyendo así a una toma de decisiones más informada.
Habilidades informáticas: Mi formación y experiencia profesional me han dotado de una amplia gama de habilidades informáticas, que van desde el desarrollo de software hasta el análisis de datos. Entre mis habilidades destacadas se encuentran:
• Diseño de interfaces de usuario intuitivas y centradas en el usuario.
• Experiencia en el diseño y mantenimiento de bases de datos relacionales y no relacionales.
• Conocimientos sólidos en análisis de datos y creación de informes.
Como CEO de Smart502, lidero un equipo dedicado a la entrega de soluciones tecnológicas innovadoras para nuestros clientes. Desde nuestra fundación, hemos sido pioneros en la adopción de tecnologías emergentes, incluida la Power Platform de Microsoft, para ofrecer soluciones empresariales personalizadas y eficaces. Algunos de nuestros logros notables incluyen:
• Desarrollo de aplicaciones personalizadas para empresas de diversos sectores, utilizando la Power Platform como piedra angular de nuestras soluciones.
• Colaboración con Microsoft en proyectos conjuntos para impulsar la adopción de la Power Platform en la región.

Soy un apasionado de la innovación tecnológica y tengo una sólida experiencia en el desarrollo y la implementación de soluciones utilizando la Power Platform de Microsoft. Durante los últimos 10 años, he liderado numerosos proyectos en los que he apr... Show more

Mukul Chugh

Mukul Chugh

I am a software engineer

I am a software engineer Show more

Anirban Bhattacharya

Anirban Bhattacharya

Anirban has 18 years of hands on experience in Enterprise Security and Cyber security landscape.
He managed and implemented Identity and Access Management solutions for companies like GE-Aviation, BestBuy, PayPal, Charles Schwab and currently Early Warning Systems to ensure the right access is granted to right individuals.
Apart from enterprise security solutions, he is a vivid security researcher. His area of research includes Web Application Securities, IoT Device Security and Wireless Packet Securities.
Anirban is a great lover of exploring offensive securities for finding the loose ends across the systems and domains.

He loves participating in BugBounty programs and CTF challenges. He wrote multiple walkthroughs on common vulnerabilities.
After having a Bachelor Degree in Computer Science and Engineering, he is pursuing MS from Arizona State University in Computer Science (Cyber Security). He is CISSP certified.


Anirban has 18 years of hands on experience in Enterprise Security and Cyber security landscape. He managed and implemented Identity and Access Management solutions for companies like GE-Aviation, BestBuy, PayPal, Charles Schwab and currently Early ... Show more

Marty Dickerson

Marty Dickerson

Marty Dickerson has been both a BC/NAV consultant and end user over the course of his career. As a solution-focused business change agent with international experience, he has architected systems, worked as an Operations Director in warehousing, restructured operational management, physically moved an operating warehouse simultaneously with completing a major NAV version upgrade. He is currently the IT Director at American Art Clay Co., Inc., a pioneer and market leader in America’s ceramic arts and education field.

Marty Dickerson has been both a BC/NAV consultant and end user over the course of his career. As a solution-focused business change agent with international experience, he has architected systems, worked as an Operations Director in warehousing, rest... Show more

Erol Celebic

Erol Celebic

With nearly two decades of consulting experience, Erol Celebic is a Microsoft FastTrack Solution Architect who loves Dynamics. He has successfully delivered more than 25 projects across different industries. His MBA and Mechanical Engineering degree make him a great collaborator for any Dynamics SCM topic.

With nearly two decades of consulting experience, Erol Celebic is a Microsoft FastTrack Solution Architect who loves Dynamics. He has successfully delivered more than 25 projects across different industries. His MBA and Mechanical Engineering degree ... Show more

Palash Pandya

Palash Pandya

🚀 Flutter Developer | Flutterflow Developer |🏆 Team Lead | 🌟 Tech Enthusiast

Results-driven and dedicated mobile development team leader with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering. Offering 7 years of industry experience, including 5+ years of expertise in Flutter, a powerful cross-platform framework.

Currently leading the mobile development team at Dignizant Technologies LLP, focusing on delivering innovative and user-centric mobile applications. Passionate about crafting beautiful, efficient, and user-friendly mobile applications using Flutter.

👨‍💻 With a strong foundation in mobile app development and a keen eye for detail, I take pride in leading talented teams, nurturing creativity, and driving projects to success.

💡 Technology is my playground, and I thrive on staying updated with the latest trends and innovations in the tech world. My goal is to leverage cutting-edge technologies to create impactful solutions that make a difference.

🚀 Flutter Developer | Flutterflow Developer |🏆 Team Lead | 🌟 Tech Enthusiast Results-driven and dedicated mobile development team leader with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering. Offering 7 years of industry experience, including 5+ yea... Show more

Nikolas Behar

Nikolas Behar

🔒 Experienced Information Security Consultant specializing in attack surface management, with expertise spanning various domains including cyber-defense, cyber-risk, security strategy, offensive security, security awareness, and security operations.

🎙️ As a cybersecurity educator, I empower the next generation of professionals at leading universities in San Diego, delivering dynamic lectures on ethical hacking, digital forensics, and information assurance.

🔒 Experienced Information Security Consultant specializing in attack surface management, with expertise spanning various domains including cyber-defense, cyber-risk, security strategy, offensive security, security awareness, and security operations.... Show more

Bo P. Winther

Bo P. Winther

30+ years of helping manufacturing- and wholesale-companies optimizing and digitizing value chains, processes and workflows - aiming for the optimal solution and creating most value for the customer.

30+ years of helping manufacturing- and wholesale-companies optimizing and digitizing value chains, processes and workflows - aiming for the optimal solution and creating most value for the customer. Show more

Jodie Riesenberger

Jodie Riesenberger

Jodie leads the Foundation’s scholarship program, competitive grantmaking, and other community engagement initiatives. Jodie has spent her career creating impactful connections and engaging stakeholders around complex community issues at the local, national, and international levels. She brings a deep understanding of our community and a passion to help ensure all who live here have access to what they need to thrive. Jodie enjoys all that our community has to offer with her husband and two kids.

Jodie leads the Foundation’s scholarship program, competitive grantmaking, and other community engagement initiatives. Jodie has spent her career creating impactful connections and engaging stakeholders around complex community issues at the local, n... Show more

Ryan Mosley

Ryan Mosley

Ryan Mosley
Behavioral Health Transformation State Project Director,
Acting MESMD Division Chief,
& Branch Chief – Engineering & Factory
Medi-Cal Enterprise Systems Modernization (MESMD)
California Department of Health Care Services

Ryan Mosley Behavioral Health Transformation State Project Director, Acting MESMD Division Chief, & Branch Chief – Engineering & Factory Medi-Cal Enterprise Systems Modernization (MESMD) California Department of Health Care Services Show more

Brad Groux

Brad Groux

At Digital Meld, my focus has been on pioneering cloud-based artificial intelligence, leveraging my in-depth knowledge of Azure Machine Learning and PyTorch to push the boundaries of Open-Source large language models. My journey has evolved from systems administration to architecture, culminating in my current leadership role where I drive technological innovation and business process automation, grounded in my expertise with the Microsoft Power Platform and cloud solutions.

Previously, as a Senior Solutions Architect at Unqork, I honed my skills in designing client-centric enterprise solutions, ensuring seamless integrations with industry-leading platforms such as SAP and Salesforce. This role reinforced my commitment to delivering value through insightful platform improvements, and it is this dedication that propels my mission at Digital Meld: to architect the future of AI applications and elevate enterprise processes through strategic innovation and technological excellence.

At Digital Meld, my focus has been on pioneering cloud-based artificial intelligence, leveraging my in-depth knowledge of Azure Machine Learning and PyTorch to push the boundaries of Open-Source large language models. My journey has evolved from syst... Show more

Nils Rhode

Nils Rhode

Nils is a Chief Technology Officer with extensive experience in leading digital transformation initiatives and delivering scalable, cost-effective solutions in cloud and SaaS environments. He possesses expertise in AWS and serverless technologies, with a strong understanding of cloud computing, streamlining processes, and increasing efficiency for clients. Nils has an huge background leading multiple global teams and excels in technology strategy, solution engineering, and agile product management. Nils has a successful track record of delivering Go-Lives for SaaS applications and has led several organizational and technology transformation programs.

Nils is a Chief Technology Officer with extensive experience in leading digital transformation initiatives and delivering scalable, cost-effective solutions in cloud and SaaS environments. He possesses expertise in AWS and serverless technologies, wi... Show more

Andres Padilla

Andres Padilla

I am a passionate Microsoft Cloud Architect with over 20 years of experience focusing on analytics, streaming data, IoT and Azure Technologies. Along the way, I have been able to live in corporate IT, get dirty with big data, jump into the cloud and take a shot at the start-up world. I spend my days blending cloud architectures, business strategy, coding, influencing, designing, motivating and delivering solutions that live in the cloud. My goal is to constantly push myself, absorb different perspectives, inspire and be inspired, learn from every experience and create something exciting, awesome and new.

I am a passionate Microsoft Cloud Architect with over 20 years of experience focusing on analytics, streaming data, IoT and Azure Technologies. Along the way, I have been able to live in corporate IT, get dirty with big data, jump into the cloud and ... Show more

Olajide A. Emmanuel

Olajide A. Emmanuel

Olajide A. Emmanuel (born September 26, 1995, in Irun Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria) is a dynamic entrepreneur, content creator, web developer, and graphic designer. His educational journey began at Iye Nursery/Primary School and continued at Optimum International College, both in Irun Akoko. He later advanced his studies at Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba (AAUA), where he honed his skills in technology and design.

Olajide is the visionary founder of 15seclyrics.com, a platform that reflects his innovative spirit and passion for merging creativity with technology. With a versatile skill set and a commitment to excellence, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the digital space, contributing to various creative and technical projects.

Olajide A. Emmanuel (born September 26, 1995, in Irun Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria) is a dynamic entrepreneur, content creator, web developer, and graphic designer. His educational journey began at Iye Nursery/Primary School and continued at Optimum In... Show more

Andrew Stets

Andrew Stets

~ 4+ years architecting & developing scalable, fault-tolerant software solutions. Passionate about science communication, published author of technical articles.

~ Full-stack expertise crafting robust systems across backend & frontend. Science enthusiast, dedicated to bridging the gap between technical knowledge & public understanding.

~ Leveraging a unique blend of software architecture & science communication skills to build reliable solutions and share technical insights for broader impact.

~ 4+ years architecting & developing scalable, fault-tolerant software solutions. Passionate about science communication, published author of technical articles. ~ Full-stack expertise crafting robust systems across backend & frontend. Science ent... Show more

Gianluigi De Marco

Gianluigi De Marco

Gianluigi De Marco è un ingegnere software con una solida esperienza nelle architetture a microservizi e nella sicurezza delle applicazioni. Attualmente lavora come Senior Software Engineer presso NTT Data Italia, dove si occupa della progettazione e implementazione di soluzioni scalabili e sicure. Gianluigi ha sviluppato diverse librerie interne per facilitare l'implementazione di sistemi di integrazione. È appassionato di metodologie Agile e DevOps e partecipa attivamente a conferenze e workshop per condividere le sue conoscenze e best practice con la comunità IT.

Gianluigi De Marco è un ingegnere software con una solida esperienza nelle architetture a microservizi e nella sicurezza delle applicazioni. Attualmente lavora come Senior Software Engineer presso NTT Data Italia, dove si occupa della progettazione e... Show more

Jake Simpson

Jake Simpson

Jake is a warm, welcoming, and humorous resource in the areas of leadership and personal growth. His background in manufacturing, banking, and restaurants has given him a wealth of perspective and an ability to connect with almost any audience.

Jake is a warm, welcoming, and humorous resource in the areas of leadership and personal growth. His background in manufacturing, banking, and restaurants has given him a wealth of perspective and an ability to connect with almost any audience. Show more

Michal Štefaňák

Michal Štefaňák

Originally from Slovakia. He learned first programming language at age 12 and he works with technologies for over 20 years. Experienced in multiple programming languages and in different IT areas like software development, web development, game development and XR. PHP Bolt driver author and winner of Graphie Award 2021 MVP Ecosystem. He has also multiple experiences from other areas related to IT like manufacturing machines, robots, CNC machines and automatization.

Originally from Slovakia. He learned first programming language at age 12 and he works with technologies for over 20 years. Experienced in multiple programming languages and in different IT areas like software development, web development, game devel... Show more

Anish Koyamparambath

Anish Koyamparambath

Anish Koyamparambath is a Ph.D. student at the University of Bordeaux. He is working on implementing and broadening the life cycle criticality assessment.

Anish Koyamparambath is a Ph.D. student at the University of Bordeaux. He is working on implementing and broadening the life cycle criticality assessment. Show more

Elvis Moreland

Elvis Moreland

A driven and strategic security leader with proven experience in delivering assurance for business systems and operations. Insightful and innovative in reducing enterprise risk, operational risk, and cyber risk using proven people, process, and technical methods. Expertise in implementing security and privacy policy, plans, processes, tools, procedures, and governance for both on-premise and the cloud. Expert in solid statutory and regulatory policy and governance programs to meet or exceed mandates such as CISA, FISMA, FFIEC, HIPAA, CMS, DFARS, DHS TSA, GDPR, and CCPA. Currently retooling and pursuing an MBA in Cyber Security Management.

A driven and strategic security leader with proven experience in delivering assurance for business systems and operations. Insightful and innovative in reducing enterprise risk, operational risk, and cyber risk using proven people, process, and techn... Show more

Bryant Avey

Bryant Avey

Bryant Avey is the Chief Geek for internuntius. Bryant has over twenty years of technical and management experience in a wide range of industries and organizations from start-ups to Dow 30 corporations. He has also worked with over 40 state and local government entities. Bryant specializes in data integration and data architecture as well as application and solution architecture. He is the author of the upcoming book, Data at the Enterprise Level: The Next Convergence.

Bryant Avey is the Chief Geek for internuntius. Bryant has over twenty years of technical and management experience in a wide range of industries and organizations from start-ups to Dow 30 corporations. He has also worked with over 40 state and local... Show more

Nikolaos Anesiadis

Nikolaos Anesiadis

Dr. Nik Anesiadis holds a PhD in engineering and is a seasoned data scientist at RBC. With extensive experience in leveraging data to drive strategic decisions, Nik has a deep expertise in data analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling. Additionally, Nik is a dedicated lecturer of data science at the University of Toronto where he inspires and educates the next generation of data professionals. His dual role in industry and academia allows him to bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical application, contributing to both fields with innovative insights and practical solutions.

Dr. Nik Anesiadis holds a PhD in engineering and is a seasoned data scientist at RBC. With extensive experience in leveraging data to drive strategic decisions, Nik has a deep expertise in data analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling. A... Show more

Jeremy Adkins-Hill

Jeremy Adkins-Hill

Jeremy is a Dynamics GP consultant and ERP Expert for the FORVIS Microsoft SMB team. He has more than 10 years of experience implementing and supporting ERP, manufacturing, and supply chain systems. Prior to joining FORVIS, he has worked in the manufacturing, retail, restaurant and distribution industries.

Jeremy is a graduate of Youngstown State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer and Information Systems. He has completed multiple certifications with Microsoft.

Jeremy is a Dynamics GP consultant and ERP Expert for the FORVIS Microsoft SMB team. He has more than 10 years of experience implementing and supporting ERP, manufacturing, and supply chain systems. Prior to joining FORVIS, he has worked in the manuf... Show more

Francisco Lino Ramirez Arteaga

Francisco Lino Ramirez Arteaga

Francisco Lino Ramirez Arteaga, um engenheiro mecânico e Profissional Certificado em Gerenciamento de Projetos (PMP), acumulou mais de três décadas de experiência diversificada em campos como construção, petróleo e gás, gestão imobiliária, operações de restaurantes e private equity. Esta vasta experiência concedeu-lhe uma profunda habilidade em resolver problemas complexos e implementar soluções inovadoras em diversos contextos industriais. Ele é altamente especializado em manufatura, equipamentos industriais, organização de processos, controle de qualidade, gestão de produtos, produção enxuta e desenvolvimento de KPIs.

Ele é o fundador da Hydrog, uma startup sediada em Houston que visa revolucionar a indústria de bombas hidráulicas ao integrar inteligência artificial e utilizar materiais avançados, promovendo designs sustentáveis. O objetivo dele é superar as limitações das bombas tradicionais em termos de eficiência, durabilidade e impacto ambiental. Ele montou uma equipe de engenheiros de ponta, garantiu o financiamento necessário e está engajado em negociações com fabricantes de equipamentos importantes que estão interessados em sua tecnologia disruptiva.

Este projeto inovador de bombas hidráulicas está pronto para transformar a indústria de petróleo e gás. Ele apresentou sua linha de produtos em eventos industriais de prestígio, atraindo a atenção de diversas empresas e especialistas em Houston. Num evento importante previsto para junho, ele e sua equipe planejam destacar o equipamento de extração desenvolvido, sublinhando suas funcionalidades e benefícios ambientais. Essa demonstração vai proporcionar aos participantes uma compreensão clara de como a tecnologia avançada pode revolucionar os processos de extração de petróleo, elevando a eficiência e minimizando os impactos ambientais.

Ele completou seu diploma em Engenharia Mecânica na Universidad del Zulia em Maracaibo, Venezuela. Desde os primeiros anos em sua carreira, ele se destacou, envolvendo-se em múltiplos projetos inovadores e estágios que ampliaram sua base prática. Antes mesmo de se formar, ele já havia assumido o papel de Gerente de Controle de Qualidade em uma empresa de usinagem industrial, onde liderou o desenvolvimento de uma tecnologia patenteada que se tornou crucial para a indústria de petróleo.

Além de seu trabalho profissional, ele é um investidor ativo em private equity, apoiando startups e empresas em crescimento. Ele também preside a Fundação St Antonio no Panamá, dedicada a apoiar jovens em desafios educacionais e reduzir as taxas de evasão escolar. A fundação fornece recursos, orientação e suporte para ajudar os estudantes a superar desafios e alcançar sucesso. Nos seus momentos de lazer, ele se entrega a hobbies como a pesca em alto-mar e a culinária, mantendo um equilíbrio entre suas paixões e seu compromisso com a família e a comunidade. Francisco Lino Ramirez Arteaga é reconhecido como um líder inteligente, engenhoso e apaixonado, sempre em busca de aprender mais e contribuir positivamente para o mundo.

Francisco Lino Ramirez Arteaga, um engenheiro mecânico e Profissional Certificado em Gerenciamento de Projetos (PMP), acumulou mais de três décadas de experiência diversificada em campos como construção, petróleo e gás, gestão imobiliária, operações ... Show more

Oyefusi Samuel Oluwakorede P.E

Oyefusi Samuel Oluwakorede P.E

Samuel Oluwakorede Oyefusi is a Mechanical Engineering student at Pan Atlantic University, Ex-president of the Living Green Club, the co-Founder of Ridebuddy and Global Ambassador of Thierworld.

He has a passion for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with a keen focus on Energy Transition, Robotics innovation, and advocacy for quality education. He excels in research, analysis, and strategic planning, leveraging his expertise in innovation and sustainable development to drive positive change in Africa

As an UNLEASH community leader, he mentors the youths close to him with the aim to inspire a new generation of innovators dedicated to creating a brighter future for the continent.

He is currently engaged in a groundbreaking project involving a smart irrigation system for farming and an Agrobot equipped with computer vision and AI for precise farm navigation, crop yield estimation, weed detection, and removal.

Samuel Oluwakorede Oyefusi is a Mechanical Engineering student at Pan Atlantic University, Ex-president of the Living Green Club, the co-Founder of Ridebuddy and Global Ambassador of Thierworld. He has a passion for the Sustainable Development Go... Show more

Fortune Adekogbe

Fortune Adekogbe

Fortune is a Python developer with a knack for building intelligent systems. He is also a technical writer and process engineer focusing on sustainable energy.

Fortune is a Python developer with a knack for building intelligent systems. He is also a technical writer and process engineer focusing on sustainable energy. Show more

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