Manufacturing
83 experts
Chris Kitto
I’ve been launching, scaling and growing brands for over 18 years in the food, beverage or non food categories. 📈
I’ve project managed market leading concepts from ideation to launch. 🚀
I have a unique ability of taking consumer insights and enabling them to shape category disrupting innovations. 📊
As a result of this success, I’ve become incredibly well versed in the process of M&A in this field. 💰
If you are; 🧐
• Seeking advice on a brand or business 📥
• Don’t know where to start the brand building process or if you should launch an idea 💡
• Need help to unlock innovation and new profitable ideas 💻
• Are thinking of selling your business and don’t know how to approach it 🏦
• Or, just in need of some guidance from someone who has done it before 🏆
I look forward to hearing from you if you’re looking for support on anything you have just read. 📱
Let’s chat soon,
Chris Kitto
I’ve been launching, scaling and growing brands for over 18 years in the food, beverage or non food categories. 📈
I’ve project managed market leading concepts from ideation to launch. 🚀
I have a unique ability of taking consumer insights and enabling them to shape category disrupting innovations. 📊
As a result of this success, I’ve become incredibly well versed in the process of M&A in this field. 💰
If you are; 🧐
• Seeking advice on a brand or business 📥
• Don’t know where to start the brand building process or if you should launch an idea 💡
• Need help to unlock innovation and new profitable ideas 💻
• Are thinking of selling your business and don’t know how to approach it 🏦
• Or, just in need of some guidance from someone who has done it before 🏆
I look forward to hearing from you if you’re looking for support on anything you have just read. 📱
Let’s chat soon,
Chris Kitto
Uttam Kumaran
Uttam is the CEO of BrainforgeAI, a US based data analytics firm that helps companies measure their business and solve problems with data saving them time and making them more money.
Brainforge has helped companies like
- Athletic Greens
- Reebok
- WeWork
- Flowcode
Uttam has led data teams and worked with top CEOs across
-Sales
-Ecomm
-Real Estate
-Finance
-Shipping/Logistics
-Manufacturing
Ask him about trends, tools, strategies, and how to measure your business!
www.brainforge.ai
Uttam is the CEO of BrainforgeAI, a US based data analytics firm that helps companies measure their business and solve problems with data saving them time and making them more money.
Brainforge has helped companies like
- Athletic Greens
- Reebok
- WeWork
- Flowcode
Uttam has led data teams and worked with top CEOs across
-Sales
-Ecomm
-Real Estate
-Finance
-Shipping/Logistics
-Manufacturing
Ask him about trends, tools, strategies, and how to measure your business!
www.brainforge.ai
Erika Stanford
I am a Pre-engineered Steel Building expert. I will answer all your “red iron” questions with accuracy. I know how to save your overall costs. I have been with the #1 manufacturer for coming up on 2 decades. I work on basic “box” building and complex buildings. I can answer any question about an I-beam, pre-engineered, Steel Building. I also am expert in the other styles of Steel Buildings. I am a provider of American Institute of Architects (AIA) credits.
I am a Pre-engineered Steel Building expert. I will answer all your “red iron” questions with accuracy. I know how to save your overall costs. I have been with the #1 manufacturer for coming up on 2 decades. I work on basic “box” building and complex buildings. I can answer any question about an I-beam, pre-engineered, Steel Building. I also am expert in the other styles of Steel Buildings. I am a provider of American Institute of Architects (AIA) credits.
Lou James
I’ve been in the Elevator industry since 2007 and have held every position in the industry. From truck driver to mechanic to foreman, onto regional manager and all the way up to owner and CEO of Evolution Elevator, a full service union independent elevator company. 5 years later we’ve grown into a multi-state independent company servicing a wide range of customers from the port of Miami to high rises skyscrapers in lower Manhattan, to fortune 100 companies like Target and Wholefoods and even Valuetainment!
I’m also the founder of Accountability Elevator Consultants, a nationwide consultant agency bringing accountability to an industry surely lacking! Our goal is not a secret but instead broadcasted on our company name. Accountability is important in any industry but who knows an elevator guy? Typically, the answer is no one. This very niche industry has most people forced to take their companies word for it. But not anymore. We will hold your company accountable and make sure they’re holding up their end of the contract while also protecting against price gouging.

Having held every position in the elevator and escalator industry makes me uniquely qualified to speak on any and all subjects in this industry. I am also happy to share my travels in this industry and the experiences of a 1st time and now 2nd time entrepreneur! No matter if it’s construction, elevator code changes, expensive repairs, relationships or even start up questions I am here and I will be happy to help!
The future looks bright!
I’ve been in the Elevator industry since 2007 and have held every position in the industry. From truck driver to mechanic to foreman, onto regional manager and all the way up to owner and CEO of Evolution Elevator, a full service union independent elevator company. 5 years later we’ve grown into a multi-state independent company servicing a wide range of customers from the port of Miami to high rises skyscrapers in lower Manhattan, to fortune 100 companies like Target and Wholefoods and even Valuetainment!
I’m also the founder of Accountability Elevator Consultants, a nationwide consultant agency bringing accountability to an industry surely lacking! Our goal is not a secret but instead broadcasted on our company name. Accountability is important in any industry but who knows an elevator guy? Typically, the answer is no one. This very niche industry has most people forced to take their companies word for it. But not anymore. We will hold your company accountable and make sure they’re holding up their end of the contract while also protecting against price gouging.

Having held every position in the elevator and escalator industry makes me uniquely qualified to speak on any and all subjects in this industry. I am also happy to share my travels in this industry and the experiences of a 1st time and now 2nd time entrepreneur! No matter if it’s construction, elevator code changes, expensive repairs, relationships or even start up questions I am here and I will be happy to help!
The future looks bright!
MG Hap Smith
As a dedicated servant leader with a passion for people-first management, I bring over 20 years of proven expertise in logistics, program management, and global operations. In my role as Senior Global Operations Director & Supply Chain Manager, I have thrived in diverse environments, collaborating seamlessly with individuals from varied backgrounds to consistently deliver impactful results for customers worldwide.
I am proud of my track record in optimizing operational efficiency and reducing costs. Notably, I achieved an 80% reduction in freight costs by strategically optimizing backhaul schedules and skillfully negotiating carrier rates. My commitment to excellence is exemplified through the safe and successful delivery of sensitive equipment, including ammunition and explosives, to Marines stationed across the globe.
Over the course of my career, I have directed and managed 150 personnel (Marines) and orchestrated ammunition logistics tactical operations in 12 different countries. Contributing to 35 Global Security Cooperation exercises across 20 countries, including Europe, EU, Germany, Norway, Japan, Korea, and East Asia, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver results in diverse international settings.
I'm a strategic thinker and adept leader, I possess the capability to provide clear direction and drive continuous improvement initiatives. My commitment to executing business and operational strategies has inspired positive organizational change, and I take pride in leading teams of up to 400 personnel to achieve exceptional business outcomes. With a relentless focus on fostering collaboration and catalyzing positive change, I'm well equipped to help and provide sound practical technical information.
As a dedicated servant leader with a passion for people-first management, I bring over 20 years of proven expertise in logistics, program management, and global operations. In my role as Senior Global Operations Director & Supply Chain Manager, I have thrived in diverse environments, collaborating seamlessly with individuals from varied backgrounds to consistently deliver impactful results for customers worldwide.
I am proud of my track record in optimizing operational efficiency and reducing costs. Notably, I achieved an 80% reduction in freight costs by strategically optimizing backhaul schedules and skillfully negotiating carrier rates. My commitment to excellence is exemplified through the safe and successful delivery of sensitive equipment, including ammunition and explosives, to Marines stationed across the globe.
Over the course of my career, I have directed and managed 150 personnel (Marines) and orchestrated ammunition logistics tactical operations in 12 different countries. Contributing to 35 Global Security Cooperation exercises across 20 countries, including Europe, EU, Germany, Norway, Japan, Korea, and East Asia, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver results in diverse international settings.
I'm a strategic thinker and adept leader, I possess the capability to provide clear direction and drive continuous improvement initiatives. My commitment to executing business and operational strategies has inspired positive organizational change, and I take pride in leading teams of up to 400 personnel to achieve exceptional business outcomes. With a relentless focus on fostering collaboration and catalyzing positive change, I'm well equipped to help and provide sound practical technical information.
Tyler Froese
I've always seen design and manufacturing not as separate realms but as interconnected parts of a single process. My journey began at Arcteryx and within the innovation hub of Lululemon, where I honed my skills before branching out to redefine the processes for clients in the outdoor industry. My agency, Grey Area Studio, isn't just about creating designs; it's about revolutionising how we think about product creation. We integrate rapid iterative prototyping with cutting-edge digital design to deliver not just concepts but complete, market-ready solutions. From the initial spark of an idea to the final stages of patterning, prototyping, tech packs, material sourcing, and manufacturing management, we're not just involved — we're embedded in every step. This is what sets us apart: a design agency that operates like a high-performance engine in the fast-paced world of innovation.
How can I help you build a toolkit to engineer better product?
I've always seen design and manufacturing not as separate realms but as interconnected parts of a single process. My journey began at Arcteryx and within the innovation hub of Lululemon, where I honed my skills before branching out to redefine the processes for clients in the outdoor industry. My agency, Grey Area Studio, isn't just about creating designs; it's about revolutionising how we think about product creation. We integrate rapid iterative prototyping with cutting-edge digital design to deliver not just concepts but complete, market-ready solutions. From the initial spark of an idea to the final stages of patterning, prototyping, tech packs, material sourcing, and manufacturing management, we're not just involved — we're embedded in every step. This is what sets us apart: a design agency that operates like a high-performance engine in the fast-paced world of innovation.
How can I help you build a toolkit to engineer better product?
Kyle Knowles
Hello! I'm Kyle Knowles, an accomplished expert in software and systems engineering, specializing in integrating cutting-edge technologies like Machine Learning and AI into diverse business operations. Whether you're a startup looking to develop robust software architecture or an established enterprise interested in leveraging data analytics for growth, I'm here to transform your ideas into innovative solutions.
Professional Background:
I've developed multiple SaaS applications, ranging from autonomous flight systems for fixed-wing drones to advanced oncology treatment software designed to enhance patient outcomes. My projects consistently incorporate elements of machine learning, demand meticulous project coordination, and necessitate rapid system integration.
How could I assist you?
- I can help get your software endeaveour from imagination to innovation, from design to implementation. I can review your business' current technological strategies, understand your goals, and provide targeted advice on how you can use technology to achieve those goals.
- Interested in adding machine learning or data analytics to your business? It is easier than you think and I can provide key insight to how a data focused approach might be able to help your business grow and an idea of what kind of hardware/software setup you will need to acquire.
- As I am constantly focused on the newest technology trends, I can provide insight to your business about industry leading technologies and methodoloiges that might be relevant to your innovation.
- I can provide a typical software architecture to your system that will allow you to see a finished project as an architectural blueprint in order to provide clarity to your operations.
- Data analytics and machine learning can be mentally overstimulating. I can provide assistance in understanding these concepts and how they can applied to large datasets.
- Ability to provide proper software testing methodologies to ensure reliability an safety to all involved systems.
Commitment to Your Success:
As a father of two young boys, I believe the future looks bright. This optimism drives me to help others shape a promising tomorrow. I am eager to see your business or startup flourish in this bright future. By leveraging my technical expertise, I am committed to guiding your venture towards success.
Let’s Connect Today to discuss how I can help turn your technological aspirations into tangible innovations. Your success is my priority, and together, we can achieve remarkable results
Hello! I'm Kyle Knowles, an accomplished expert in software and systems engineering, specializing in integrating cutting-edge technologies like Machine Learning and AI into diverse business operations. Whether you're a startup looking to develop robust software architecture or an established enterprise interested in leveraging data analytics for growth, I'm here to transform your ideas into innovative solutions.
Professional Background:
I've developed multiple SaaS applications, ranging from autonomous flight systems for fixed-wing drones to advanced oncology treatment software designed to enhance patient outcomes. My projects consistently incorporate elements of machine learning, demand meticulous project coordination, and necessitate rapid system integration.
How could I assist you?
- I can help get your software endeaveour from imagination to innovation, from design to implementation. I can review your business' current technological strategies, understand your goals, and provide targeted advice on how you can use technology to achieve those goals.
- Interested in adding machine learning or data analytics to your business? It is easier than you think and I can provide key insight to how a data focused approach might be able to help your business grow and an idea of what kind of hardware/software setup you will need to acquire.
- As I am constantly focused on the newest technology trends, I can provide insight to your business about industry leading technologies and methodoloiges that might be relevant to your innovation.
- I can provide a typical software architecture to your system that will allow you to see a finished project as an architectural blueprint in order to provide clarity to your operations.
- Data analytics and machine learning can be mentally overstimulating. I can provide assistance in understanding these concepts and how they can applied to large datasets.
- Ability to provide proper software testing methodologies to ensure reliability an safety to all involved systems.
Commitment to Your Success:
As a father of two young boys, I believe the future looks bright. This optimism drives me to help others shape a promising tomorrow. I am eager to see your business or startup flourish in this bright future. By leveraging my technical expertise, I am committed to guiding your venture towards success.
Let’s Connect Today to discuss how I can help turn your technological aspirations into tangible innovations. Your success is my priority, and together, we can achieve remarkable results
Davide Pascucci
Founder and CEO @ Bright IA | Simplifying Automation and Robotics for Manufacturing - God fearing, Italian born, American made.
I talk about God, how to raise up among a ton of competition, how to be a servant, how to be humble, how to be a giver and be a thinker.
Leadership, intelligent solutions, generative AI, simulation, VR.
Romans 1:16
Founder and CEO @ Bright IA | Simplifying Automation and Robotics for Manufacturing - God fearing, Italian born, American made.
I talk about God, how to raise up among a ton of competition, how to be a servant, how to be humble, how to be a giver and be a thinker.
Leadership, intelligent solutions, generative AI, simulation, VR.
Romans 1:16
Andy Ducato
Being a highly skilled professional with over two decades of experience in lean manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain management across the agriculture and automotive industries. Born and raised on a farm, I developed a deep-rooted understanding of agricultural practices from an early age, which has profoundly influenced my approach to optimizing processes and driving efficiency in both sectors.
Throughout my career, I’ve held key roles in leading multinational corporations, where I successfully implemented lean manufacturing principles to streamline production, reduce waste, and enhance overall operational effectiveness. With an ability to apply lean methodologies to diverse environments, from crop cultivation to automotive assembly lines, have consistently resulted in improved productivity and cost savings.
My expertise extends beyond the factory floor, as I’ve also demonstrated proficiency in logistics and supply chain management. With a holistic understanding of the end-to-end supply chain, effectively optimized transportation networks, negotiated contracts with suppliers and carriers, and implemented inventory management strategies to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction.
Driven by passion for continuous improvement, I remain committed to staying at the forefront of industry best practices and emerging technologies. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and have completed advanced training and certificate classes in lean manufacturing and supply chain management.
My unique blend of agricultural upbringing, coupled with extensive experience in lean manufacturing and logistics, positions myself as a valuable asset capable of driving operational excellence and delivering tangible results in today's dynamic business landscape.
Being a highly skilled professional with over two decades of experience in lean manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain management across the agriculture and automotive industries. Born and raised on a farm, I developed a deep-rooted understanding of agricultural practices from an early age, which has profoundly influenced my approach to optimizing processes and driving efficiency in both sectors.
Throughout my career, I’ve held key roles in leading multinational corporations, where I successfully implemented lean manufacturing principles to streamline production, reduce waste, and enhance overall operational effectiveness. With an ability to apply lean methodologies to diverse environments, from crop cultivation to automotive assembly lines, have consistently resulted in improved productivity and cost savings.
My expertise extends beyond the factory floor, as I’ve also demonstrated proficiency in logistics and supply chain management. With a holistic understanding of the end-to-end supply chain, effectively optimized transportation networks, negotiated contracts with suppliers and carriers, and implemented inventory management strategies to ensure seamless operations and customer satisfaction.
Driven by passion for continuous improvement, I remain committed to staying at the forefront of industry best practices and emerging technologies. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and have completed advanced training and certificate classes in lean manufacturing and supply chain management.
My unique blend of agricultural upbringing, coupled with extensive experience in lean manufacturing and logistics, positions myself as a valuable asset capable of driving operational excellence and delivering tangible results in today's dynamic business landscape.
Linh Hoang
Linh Hoang is an active retiree, businessman, and investor known for his venture capital in VeChain Blockchain, the official blockchain partner of the UFC & where the VeBetterDAO ecosystem is built.
Credentials: All Big-Ten Academic Honors, NCAA All-American Athlete, U of Illinois Team Captain, Marketing - U of Illinois, Int'l Business - U of Illinois, OPM - Harvard Business School, Net Worth 10mil+, WAIS-IQ 137 ± 6, Google Publisher, Wix Icon Professional, Former Restaurateur, Quant Analyst, 100x+ Crypto Portfolio, Blockchain Analyst, Manufacturer/Sourcing, Canine Science, SEO Specialist/wixseo.org, Shopify Store, Amazon Seller, Etsy Seller, Digital Ads Management, A.I. Technician, Travel Agency, and Real Estate Investor.
Linh Hoang is an active retiree, businessman, and investor known for his venture capital in VeChain Blockchain, the official blockchain partner of the UFC & where the VeBetterDAO ecosystem is built.
Credentials: All Big-Ten Academic Honors, NCAA All-American Athlete, U of Illinois Team Captain, Marketing - U of Illinois, Int'l Business - U of Illinois, OPM - Harvard Business School, Net Worth 10mil+, WAIS-IQ 137 ± 6, Google Publisher, Wix Icon Professional, Former Restaurateur, Quant Analyst, 100x+ Crypto Portfolio, Blockchain Analyst, Manufacturer/Sourcing, Canine Science, SEO Specialist/wixseo.org, Shopify Store, Amazon Seller, Etsy Seller, Digital Ads Management, A.I. Technician, Travel Agency, and Real Estate Investor.