Our Advisory

Mark Brinkerhoff
Technical Advisory

Mark Brinkerhoff

Mark is a turnkey product and equipment development consultant with over 20 years of experience with Product Development Consulting, Turnkey Solutions, Industrial Design, Mechanical Packaging and Mechanism Design, Finite Element Analysis, Thermal Analysis. He has 23+ years of experience in Robotic Equipment Development and Project Management.

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Stephen Samuel PE
Technical Advisory

Stephen Samuel PE

For the last 30 years, Steve has been innovating new products and new ways of automating the design processes through which those products get to the market place. He has written no less than 13 books on the subject of computer-aided design, product life cycle management, finite element analysis and the innovation process. These sell all over the world and are available on Amazon.com. His goal is to continue building our world-class design firm into a force to be reckoned with. His specialities are BSME, PE, Mechanical design, Industrial Design, Unigraphics NX Design, ProEngineer Design, Solidworks Design, Architectural Design, CAD Training, Finite Element Analysis, Kinematic Analysis & Project Management.

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Zane Fenton
Technical Advisory

Zane Fenton

A visionary and results-driven leader with a remarkable 15-year journey at the forefront of custom automation, specializing in robotics and controls engineering. Proven track record of spearheading cutting-edge projects, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional results in diverse industries.

Zane has the ability to navigate complex challenges and a relentless commitment to driving technological advancements, he brings a wealth of experience to lead organizations towards unprecedented success in the dynamic landscape of custom automation, robotics, and controls engineering.

 

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David Zisman
Advisory

David Zisman

Mr. David Zisman has over 30 years’ experience in manufacturing and business processes (ERP/MRP), fabrication, assembly and testing for Consumer, Aerospace, Filtration, Defense and Gaming products. His career has focused on Technical Operations which include manufacturing, Industrial automation, materials, process engineering, planning, configuration management, quality systems, and supply chain to efficiently automate and grow revenue within a single site and across multiple business units. Mr. Zisman has certified training in the DANAHER business process, SSI Program Management Process, DRS Lean Sigma, ASU Green Belt, OSHA EHS certification, DDI Leadership, and has earned an MS in Industrial Technology from Rhode Island College, a BA degree in Industrial Design from Rhode Island....

Stephen Osborne
Technical Advisory

Stephen Osborne

Mr. Osborne is an accomplished leader in Electrical Engineering with extensive experience in developing new products across a variety of industries. He specializes in power electronics and motor design. He led design teams on projects ranging from 10 to 4,000 watts and up to 1,200 volts. He has successfully delivered products in consumer electronics, solar, and defense sectors. With his experience working with startups and large multinational corporations, he deeply understands global team dynamics. Mr. Osborne holds 19 US patents and excels in utilizing the IP protection process for business results. He is actively involved in IPC, NEMA, and IEEE committees. He has a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and an M.S. in Engineering Management.

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David Kmiotek
Technical Advisory

David Kmiotek

He oversaw customers both domestically and internationally by handling their requests for quotes on new programs. If the program was awarded, he would manage it from the initial quote to the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process), ensuring that the part was approved for production. He would then oversee the part's life cycle, from production to service.

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Craig Abbott
Advisory Member

Craig Abbott

I am an experienced leader who has excelled in multiple areas, including product commercialization, product design, technical design, and organizational leadership. With over 20 years of experience, I have successfully delivered over $4B worth of new consumer product designs to the market. My exceptional blend of leadership and interpersonal skills, combined with my expertise, can help take your business to new heights.

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Blake Humpal
Advisory Member

Blake Humpal

I am an experienced leader with a proven track record of success spanning 13 years. My primary goal is to establish an outstanding workplace culture that generates value for the company. I possess strong communication skills and can adapt and learn quickly in both personal and professional environments.

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