Meet Our Influencers

In addition to the loyal IMTS audience, the assembled 2024 Creators Lounge on-camera team – with over 125,000 combined followers – will be bringing their loyal following to the conversation. Each individual is fully committed to advancing manufacturing, providing their unbiased perspective, and making sure the interview engages their fans.

Empowering Talent to Drive Change in the Field of Defense

Bill Forman | North Atlantic Industries

Advancing Composites and Closing the Skills Gap: Chad Duty on IACMI's Vision for Innovation

Chad Duty | IACMI

Zara Brunner on NIST's Mission to Advance Manufacturing Innovation and Inspire the Next Generation

Zara Brunner | NIST

Empowering SMB Manufacturers: ARM Institute's Initiatives for Robotics and AI Integration

Suzy Teele | ARM Institute

Closing the Skills Gap: Greg Jones on Empowering the Next Generation of Manufacturers

Greg Jones | SME

How AM Ventures is Investing in the Next Generation of Additive Manufacturing

Arno Held | AM Ventures

How the Department of Defense Plans to Fortify Our Manufacturing Base

Matt Draper | Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition & Sustainment

How Domin's 3D Printing Technology Brings New Innovation to Hydraulic Technology

Marcus Pont | Domin

Democratizing Manufacturing Intelligence: AMT's Vision for a Connected Industry

Ryan Kelly, Cathy Ma, and Kevin Bowers | AMT

Cybersecurity Essentials: 3 Steps with Google Cloud to Strengthen Protection for Manufacturers

Mika Devonshire | Google Cloud

Beyond Spreadsheets: Unlock Efficiency with Protected Flow Manufacturing (PFM) Software

Mark Lilly | Lilyworks

MSC's Closing of The Skills Gap, One Customer At A Time

Martina McIsaac | MSC Industrial Supply

From Marines to Manufacturing: Stratasys on Additive Innovation and the Power of Failing Fast

Foster Ferguson | Stratasys

Behind the Scenes of IMTS: Michelle Edmonson on Tech Trends, Community Impact, and Upcoming AMT Events

Michelle Edmonson, CEM | AMT

Bridging the Skills Gap: How Hexagon's Tech Solutions Attract and Empower the Next Generation of Manufacturers

Joel Martin | Hexagon

Transforming the Shop Floor: Hexagon on How Data Drives Efficiency and Talent Retention

Darren Metherell | Hexagon

Scaling Local Impact, Driving National Change: SME's Collaborative Approach to Workforce Challenges

Jeannine Kunz | SME

Vytek on How Laser Machining Centers Empower Small Businesses with Affordable, High-Precision Solutions

Dirk Burrowes | Vytek

From Metrology to Smart Manufacturing: Jason Walker on AI, Innovation, and Workforce Upskilling with Hexagon

Jason Walker | Hexagon

Racing Ahead: How Hendrick Motorsports and Hexagon's Partnership Drives Precision and Innovation in NASCAR

Scott Grumbles | Hexagon

Driving the Future: Doug Woods on the Power of Automation, AI, and Digital Twins in Manufacturing Innovation

Doug Woods | AMT

Stratasys' Role in Revolutionizing Manufacturing: How 3D Printing Enhances Efficiency, Quality, and Sustainability

Fadi Abro | Stratasys

25 Years of Real-World Learning: How Cardinal Manufacturing Prepares the Next Generation of Leaders

Cardinal Manufacturing

AI-Driven Manufacturing: Fabien Duboeuf on Enhancing Agility and Customer Experience with Google Cloud

Fabien Duboeuf | Google Cloud

Closing the Skills Gap: How Google Cloud Uses AI and Data to Tackle Manufacturing Challenges

Luis Solano | Google Cloud

Future-Proofing Manufacturing: HARTING's Approach to Customization, Efficiency, and Digital Transformation

Emily Roth | HARTING

Autodesk at IMTS 2024: Breaking Barriers in Design, Manufacturing, and Technology

Luke Mihelcic | Autodesk

ANCA's Global Impact: From Family-Run Roots to CNC Innovation with AI and Sustainability

Pat Boland | ANCA CNC Machines US

Empowering Manufacturing: How Google Cloud and AI Enhance Efficiency and Collaboration

Derrick Nadonga | Google Cloud

Building Connections: How HARTING Drives Manufacturing Innovation and Inspires Future Talent

Goda Inokaityte | HARTING

Fueling Innovation: How SYSPRO and RFK Racing Drive Industry 5.0 with Passion and Technology

Gavin Verreyne | SYSPRO

Adopting An Accuracy First Approach with Hexagon

Steve Ilmrud | Hexagon

Transforming Supply Chain Efficiency: FARO and the Power of 3D Metrology

Brian Rasbach | Faro

Driving Digital Transformation in Manufacturing with Google Cloud Solutions

Praveen Rao | Google Cloud

FARO on Transforming Quality Control with 3D Metrology in Manufacturing

Will Pitarello | Faro

Exploring IMTS 2024

Nikki Gonzales

Exploring IMTS 2024

Jim Mayer

Exploring IMTS 2024

Drew Crowe

Exploring IMTS 2024

Amy Seymour

Exploring IMTS 2024

Chris Luecke