Automation Ladies
The podcast where girls talk industrial automation!
We interview people from all walks of life in the Industrial Automation industry. Through a personal narrative/conversational framework we talk about PLCs, SCADA, IIoT, Machine Vision, Industrial Robots, Pneumatics, Control Systems, Process Automation, Factory Automation, Systems Integration, Entrepreneurship, Career Stories, Personal Journeys, Company Culture, and any other interesting and timely topic we want to discuss.
Co-Hosted by Nikki Gonzales, Ali G & Courtney Fernandez - find them on LinkedIn!
Episodes
93 episodes
Catch up with Nikki - What's Coming in Season 6
We’re back! In this special solo kickoff to Season 6, Nikki shares what’s new with Automation Ladies — including her new role at Weintek USA, a big media partnership, and all the exciting things ahead for the show and community.In thi...
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Season 6
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28:17
Demo of Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure w/ Jen Sutter, Itoro Meshioye & Talita Clemente
How can breaking free from traditional limitations unlock a new era of innovation and resilience in automation?Join us with Jennifer Sutter,
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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58:49
Collaborative Innovation, AI, & Cultural Dynamics w/ Dylan DuFresne
How can the collaboration between AI and cultural understanding create optimal performance in projects? Join us with Solutions Architect, Dylan DuFresne, as we n...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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OT, IT, & Cybersecurity in Manufacturing w/ Leah Dodson & Ashley Van Hoeson
OT, IT, and Cybersecurity - how are they different, related, and are you protected? Join us with Leah Dodson &
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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1:06:37
Boiler Technologies, Training, & Empowerment w/Eric Johnson
Dive into the world of boiler technologies, the growing role of automation, and the power of training and development. Join us with, Eric Johnson, CEO of Boilea...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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Essential Leadership Skills & Community w/Alicia Lomas
What are the essential skills for a leader to create a supportive work culture?With retic and humor, our conversation with Alicia Lomas uncovers the nuances of leadership...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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From Passion to Purpose, Navigating Through Career Changes & Growth w/Alex Pool
What if passion, resilience, and community could lead you to unexpected heights in a career? Join us along with Alex Pool from Masked Owl Technologies as we discuss how ach...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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Unlocking Industrial Efficiency: Insights on Compressed Air Systems w/Rob Michael
Discover how optimizing often-overlooked compressed air systems can revolutionize industrial efficiency. Nikki, Ali, Courtney, and Senior Compressed Air Technician, Rob Micha...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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1:13:11
Gender Dynamics, Mentorship, and Innovation w/ Christine Lee and Mara Pillott
Challenging existing norms and community are the keys to navigating the ever-evolving realm of industrial automation Join us along with Mara Pillott and
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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1:03:52
Attending Industry Events Increases Professional Growth w/ Brandon Peters
Attending industry events are crucial in extending your professional network and growing professionally. Join us with Brandon Peters, CEO ...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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Connecting Through Content Creation, Cultural Exchange, & Personal Growth w/Jakob Sagatowski
Balancing work, life, and personal growth with cultural experiences and collaborative mindsets. Join us for a hearty conversation with Jakob...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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Exploring Cybersecurity in Industrial Automation w/ Michael Grollmus
Cybersecurity has become one of the fastest-growing fields, offering a wealth of job opportunities. Join us as we discuss the challenges and advancements in cybersecurity in industrial automation with Michael Grollmus, CEO of...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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1:02:59
Insights on Effective Social Media in the Industrial Sector with Susan Wilson
If you know us ladies, you know we love to network, both in-person and online, especially through social media. Join us, as we delve into the wonders and the transformations of social media with Susan Wilson from Inductive Automation.&nbs...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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23:26
Modernizing Dairy Farming with Automation ft. Vinny Endres
Nikki & Ali, sit down with Vinny Endres, owner of Bitmasked Automation & a trailblazer in dairy farm automation. Vinny shares his journey from growing up on a dairy farm to becoming a diesel mechanic, then discovering his passion for el...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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55:50
Building a Visionary Business in Automation with Erick Collins
What happens when a young troublemaker with a love for computers and cars finds himself at the forefront of the robotics and machine vision industries? Nikki and Courtney chat with Erick Collins, owner of Rockport Integration and Automation.
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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39:15
Leveraging Expert Collaboration & TikTok with Kathy at Flex-Line Automation & Ed from HARTING (Automate 2024)
Ali and Nikki sit down with Kathy Rinne, the Conveyor Cougar from Flex-Line Automation, and Ed Garstkiewicz, Sr. Industry Segment Manager of Automation and Robotics from HARTING.They touch on how in the ever-evolving landscape of indust...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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Revolutionizing Automation with Corey at HARTING & Ale at Gray Solutions (Automate 2024)
Join the Automation Ladies once again at Automate 2024 as they chat with Corey Jenkins from HARTING and Ale Walker from Gray Solutions. Corey dives into the engineering magic behind HARTING's plug-and-play solutions, while Ale brings a personal...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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Bridging Innovation and Culture with Casey from HARTING (Automate 2024)
Join the Automation Ladies as they chat with Casey Spitz, the VP of Development and Innovation at HARTING. She takes us through setting up product development teams in the US, all things connectors, and customer engagement strategies. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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23:08
From SPE Standards to Hands-On Automation with McKenzie from CLN of SF and Ed from HARTING (Automate 2024)
Join us as the Automation Ladies sit down with McKenzie Reed, President of Single Paired Ether Standards Development / CLN of South Florida, and Ed Garskowitz, Business Development Manager at HARTING. Mckenzie shares his journey fr...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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43:01
News Ways of Networking with Chris at Manufacturing Happy Hour & Amanda at HARTING (Automate 2024)
Ali and Nikki speak with Chris Luecke from Manufacturing Happy Hour and Amanda Marx, Senior VP of Marketing Digital Strategy & IT at HARTING. This minisode goes from casual LinkedIn conversations to establishing a dynamic community for wome...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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Exploring Festo's Innovations with Sandro at Festo & Lucas at HARTING (Automate 2024)
Ready to revolutionize your approach to automation and connectivity? Join us on the show floor at Automate, where Nikki and Ali sit down with two industry powerhouses, Sandro Quintero from Festo and Lucas Knapp from HARTING. You'll uncover the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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23:51
Trends that are Reshaping Manufacturing Automation with Luis at Siemens & Ed at HARTING (Automate 2024)
In this second "minisode" from the floor of Automate 2024, Nikki and Ali sit down with Ed Garstkiewicz, Senior Industry Segment Manager at HARTING...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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15:51
Flexible Navigation with Srna at OTTO and Ed from HARTING (Automate 2024)
In this first "minisode" from Automate, Nikki and Ali sit down with Srna Okukua, Head of Marketing at OTTO by Rockwell Automation, and
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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27:24
Robot Royalty with Vanessa Loiola
In this season 3 finale, the Automation Ladies have a chat with Founder and CEO of Valoy Automation, Vanessa Loiola.They discuss and emphasize the importance of training and troubleshooting skills for operators to reduce downtime and im...
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Season 3
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Episode 33
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1:01:46
A Data Driven World with Phil Seboa
In this week's episode, Nikki and Ali chat with Technical Sales Executive at Inductive Automation, Phil Seboa.They discuss the importance of IT and OT, his journey from electrician into the IT-centric world of automation, the impa...
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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1:11:35