Mariana Cogan is chief marketing officer at Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, a global leader in manufacturing technologies. The company offers precision measurement systems, software, and automation solutions to optimize operations and ensure product quality in manufacturing processes.  Before joining Hexagon, Mariana held key positions in various organizations, including People.ai, PTC, and MathWorks, where she successfully implemented… Continue reading Mariana Cogan, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence

Daniel Joseph Barry serves as vice president of Product Marketing at Configit, a global leader in Configuration Lifecycle Management (CLM) solutions. With over three decades of experience in telecommunications and IT, Daniel brings a unique perspective on how CLM is transforming the manufacturing industry. Having held technical and commercial leadership roles across global giants like… Continue reading Daniel Joseph Barry, Vice President of Product Marketing at Configit

Marki Huston serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Viega, a global leader in the manufacturing of pipe fittings and valves for the plumbing and heating industry. Viega is currently building a cutting-edge 220,000 sq ft facility in Northeast Ohio, set to open in 2025. This new facility reflects the company’s strong commitment to clean… Continue reading Marki Huston, Viega

As a pioneer in sustainable manufacturing and CEO of LightManufacturing, Karl von Kries has been instrumental in developing innovative, eco-friendly production techniques, including the breakthrough Solar Rotational Molding process. This technology leverages solar energy to produce plastic products more efficiently and sustainably, with applications already in use by companies and the US Military. In addition… Continue reading Karl von Kries, LightManufacturing

Join us as we dive into a conversation with Berk Birand, co-founder and CEO of Fero Labs, a leader in advancing manufacturing efficiency and sustainability through cutting-edge technology. Under Berk’s leadership, Fero Labs has revolutionized industrial operations by integrating data science with manufacturing processes using their Augmented Intelligence Platform. Before Fero Labs, Berk co-founded Tuuum… Continue reading Berk Birand, Fero Labs

We chat with Randy Carr, the dynamic president and CEO of World Emblem, a global leader in embroidered patches and emblems. Randy’s journey in the manufacturing world started at just 17, and over the past 21 years, he’s turned his father’s business into a powerhouse, crafting over 1 million emblems daily for iconic brands like… Continue reading Randy Carr, World Emblem

John Kevin Koehler serves as manufacturing gofor at KK Tool Company, a custom tooling and parts manufacturer established in 1972 in Springfield, Ohio. KK Tools specializes in contract manufacturing, with a strong focus on tool and die design for the manufacturing industry. Their services encompass prototype design and manufacture, process development, and full-scale production.  John… Continue reading John Kevin Koehler, KK Tool Company

Dave Evans, CEO of Fictiv, co-founded the global manufacturing company in 2013 with his brother, Nate, to simplify sourcing for custom manufacturing. Fictiv offers an intelligent manufacturing operating system that leverages a distributed network of vetted vendors to help teams streamline prototyping and product development cycles. Dave is a distinguished member of the Fast Company… Continue reading Dave Evans, Fictiv

Lieutenant Colonel Kathy Gallowitz, founder and CEO of Vanguard Veteran, is a seasoned 30-year Air Force veteran. In response to 9/11, she designed and led a novel statewide outreach program for the Ohio National Guard to educate and engage civilians in support of troops and their families.   Kathy is the author of Beyond ‘Thank You… Continue reading Lieutenant Colonel Kathy Gallowitz

As Chief Learning Officer at HumanWRKS and Principal Industrial Strategist for Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence. Brent Kedzierski’s primary roles at both companies are to improve the worker experience by creating a more human-centered approach to digital transformation.   At Shell, Brent served as Head of Learning Strategy and Innovation,  and Global Manager of Manufacturing Learning. He… Continue reading Brent Kedzierski, HumanWRKS