Director of Technology, All Fill Inc.

Jerry Cupo is the director of Technology at All Fill Inc., where he manages both the IT and marketing departments. He began his career at All Fill working in the assembly department, building the machines All Fill manufactures, which gives him a unique perspective on the industry when trying to grow and promote the company. Cupo has been with All Fill for over 10 years and his previous work history includes network support at the Baldwin School.

Ben Hearn is the director of IT Operations for ProMach, a global packaging machinery manufacturer headquartered in Covington, Ky. Hearn joined ProMach in 2016 and has over 20 years of experience as an IT leader in the Financial Services, Healthcare and IT Service industries. He leads a team responsible for IT infrastructure, security and governance initiatives for ProMach and its subsidiaries which operate across multiple locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Hearn lives in Kentucky with his wife and four children and is currently pursuing his MBA at Northern Kentucky University.

As PMMI’s Director of IT, Andy Lomasky is responsible for defining the association’s overarching technology strategy and delivering all aspects of technology services required by PMMI’s staff, including enterprise applications, IT operations, infrastructure, data privacy and cybersecurity. Lomasky comes from a diverse technology background having worked as an IT auditor, a technology strategy consultant, and most recently as Chief Information Officer for another trade association.

With strengths in both qualitative and quantitative research, Jeff Mansfield has over 13 years of experience providing superior decision support services. He has a deep understanding of international business practices, strategic planning and value-chain analysis across a wide variety of industries. He excels in managing a multitude of global project types including logistics and distribution, industry trends, product launches, private company profiles, benchmarking, pricing analyses, product development, facility assessments, supply-chain analyses, pre-merger and acquisition due diligence and ongoing monitoring assessments.

With a career spanning 25+ years in packaging-focused B2B media, David Newcorn has launched several innovative digital media initiatives, brands and platforms at PMMI Media Group. In his current role, Newcorn directs strategy surrounding audience, technology, new product development, websites and client success.

Praveen Rokkam joined Delkor Systems two and half years ago to provide IT leadership in business process improvements, cybersecurity, digital transformation by introducing digital technology into areas of business to deliver value to customers. Before joining Delkor Systems he worked as a business consultant at UnitedHealth Group helping with due diligence on mergers and acquisitions. For him, it has been a constant learning experience coping with the ever-changing challenges in cybersecurity and implementing practical and optimal solutions at Delkor Systems. He believes in employee education and building awareness to be the most effective way to build cybersecurity defenses for an organization.

Drawing on decades of experience driving innovation and leading operations at companies including Apple and Microsoft, Michael (Mike) Steep shares strategies on how to leverage emerging technology into bottom line business opportunities. Throughout his career, Mike has worked in the presence of industry legends including David Packard, Bill Gates, and Satya Nadella, witnessing first-hand some of the greatest breakthroughs and transformations within organizations and entire industries. Currently the executive director of Stanford’s Engineering Center for Disruptive Technology and Digital Cities, Mike is a global keynote speaker and contributing editor to Forbes. He reveals the specific process companies can use to transform disruptive technology into exponential opportunity, and is the speaker for groups asking themselves “What can I do now to get ahead of disruptive technologies?”

Matt Trowbridge began his career at Omron Automation Americas in 2005 as director of Sales. In 2014, he transitioned to his current role of vice president of Marketing. During his tenure managing the Americas Marketing Group, he has been responsible for the development of several global initiatives including the creation of ‘Industry Marketing Groups,’ which focus on key markets including Food, Beverage and Packaging. To further these initiatives into Omron’s key markets, Trowbridge facilitated several high-profile acquisitions over the past few years.

The first female coach in NFL history, Dr. Jen Welter serves as a powerful role model and an inspiring reminder that barriers are meant to be broken. With a career studded with several firsts, Dr. Welter made history when she coached the Arizona Cardinals’ inside linebackers for their 2015 training camp. Previously, she became the first woman to coach a men’s professional football league team, as linebacker and special teams’ coach for the Indoor Football League’s Texas Revolution. She was also the first woman to play running back in a men’s professional football season with the Revolution.

Juan Camilo started his career in Colombia, were he progressed through several positions of increasing responsibility. In 2011 he was Senior Industrial Engineer where he collaborated with Manufacturing and Finance to drive the Budgeting processes as well as cost controlling initiatives. He oversaw the facility overall key performance indicators and Funding the Growth savings program. In 2010 he was the Area Leader of the Toothpaste Manufacturing plant after having served as Productivity Engineer where he supported the enhancement of the sourcing strategy for the Oral Care business in the Andean Region. Most recently he led the Factory Performance & Reliability (FP&R) strategy for the plant, coordinating the roll-out and implementation of all program standards site wide, as well as designing and managing a diverse set of initiatives to drive plant key performance indicators.

Bryan Mahoney leads the technical development and commercialization of Scotts Miracle-Gro’s packaging, applicators and growing systems. He has 20 years of experience leading innovation and productivity initiatives from concept inception through development, testing, qualification, manufacturing, distribution and into the consumer’s hands.

Paul Schaum joined Pretzels Inc. in 2016 bringing with him many years of experience. He serves as their Chief Operating Officer and has played a big hand in the expansion of Pretzels Inc.’s facilities, implementing the OpX Workforce Engagment model with great success. Paul has his BS in Business Administration from West Chester University of Pennsylvania.

Chris Nutley is a talented professional working alongside Consumer Packaged Goods companies, and brand marketers to get their valuable products into the consumer's hands efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.

Chad Sayles is the Director of Corporate Engineering for Hormel Foods. He oversees the design of all facility and process equipment systems within Hormel Foods, both for new construction and modification of existing facilities. Sayles has over 25 years of experience with Hormel Foods. He started his career in plant maintenance and engineering before moving to a variety of corporate engineering responsibilities

Micheal Senske joined Pearson Packaging Systems in 1997. During his tenure at Pearson Packaging Systems, he has held a wide variety of positions including Director of Business Development and Vice President Sales & Marketing. Mr. Senske assumed the role of President in 2003. Mr. Senske graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Washington, and he is a graduate of Harvard Business School’s Owner/President Management Program.

Jay Joyner is a 28-year veteran of Procter and Gamble Company (P&G) engineering, where he has held multiple roles in manufacturing, global platform development and global controls systems. He helped drive the update of P&G Global Standards to include PackML for all new platforms and OEM equipment. He led and supported multiple training sessions within P&G on implementing the Pack ML template for business units, OEMs and external partners. Jay has been a member of the OMAC PackML team since 2004. He is a key member of OMAC’s PackML State Model definitions and standards team.

Michael May has 33 years of experience in leading and improving manufacturing companies. Prior to joining ADCO, Michael worked as a Senior Management Consultant with TBM Consulting Group for 10 years leading operations excellence transformations at manufacturing companies throughout the world. Michael’s previous experience includes engineering, operations and leadership positions with Carrier Corporation and Ingersoll-Rand

Stephanie Neil current Editor-in-Chief of Automation World (a PMMI Media Group publication), has been reporting on business and technology for over 20 years. She contributes CPG, food, beverage and pharmaceutical content for AW, making her a great fit for OEM’s vision.