John Dyck

Proven executive in leading change, creating vision and influencing the organization into action. Experienced manufacturing software entrepreneur and leader with a demonstrated history of working in both startup and large corporate settings. Strong OT and IT background and professional skilled in Automation and Control, MES, IIoT, Analytics and Cross-functional Team Leadership

A practical visionary with a passion for innovation in the Manufacturing IT space, and a domain expert on both technology and business management in the gap that typically separates IT and Operations. Successful developing new business strategies, creating a vision, justifying new funding, and executing, while still effectively balancing the need to sustain existing product lines. 360⁰ Business Leader with deep understanding of the complete product and business lifecycle – from VOC to product management to product development to product launch to commercial marketing to sales & channel based go-to-market strategies to post-sales support & services. Resourceful and creative in both, a startup environment and in a large corporate setting, whether that means raising venture capital or building a successful business plan to solicit funding for a ‘big swing’ innovation idea. Clearly assesses and understands where organic growth can be augmented by leveraging acquisitions and/or strategic alliances to accelerate time to market, market access, and geographic reach. Has been focused since 2013 on how innovations like Cloud and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) will impact manufacturing, and has pioneered both the application and the understanding of the business value of these technologies in a wide range of manufacturing operations across many industries. Was recently awarded a number of patents for the application of IIoT and Analytics in manufacturing workflows and business processes. • Deep grasp of manufacturing systems and the technology & vendor landscape • Enjoys engaging with customers at every level • Effective team management experience, building, leading and retaining strong, loyal teams Is a regular presenter, expert and panelist for industry events and research groups.