Industry Leader in Automation & Logistics 

 

John is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience in the automation industry. He has led teams of over 1,000 people across the globe, overseeing full P&L responsibility while driving innovation and operational excellence. His expertise spans scaling startups, working with private equity owned companies, venture backed companies, as well as publicly traded companies has given him a broad knowledge of what it takes to succeed at any life cycle of a business. This includes setting commercial or go to market strategy, operations leadership, engineering leadership, application engineering, and global channel development in industrial automation and robotics.  

 

John has worked extensively with startup robotics, technology, and automation companies, helping them navigate growth, strategy, and market penetration. He has also led large teams within some of the world’s largest retail logistics and 3PL networks, driving large-scale automation initiatives that have transformed supply chain operations.  

 

A recognized thought leader, John has played a pivotal role in building the world's largest automated mobile robot dealer network, enabling widespread adoption of advanced automation solutions. His leadership in direct and channel sales has helped numerous organizations expand market reach, increase revenue, and optimize operations. This commercial leadership tied to his operational background of leading operations for over 15 years gives him the ability to drive change in an organization that works.   

 

John is a sought-after speaker on the future of logistics and automation, having presented internationally on emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and scalable growth strategies. His ability to align technology, strategy, and market execution makes him a trusted advisor for companies navigating digital transformation in manufacturing, warehousing, and supply chain automation.  

 

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Trailblazing go-to-market strategist & transformational leader.

 

Dan is a dynamic commercial leader with over 20 years of sales experience, specializing in building and leading high-performing commercial teams across diverse industries. His expertise extends across tech startups, regional scale-ups, and national and multinational organizations, including Venture Capital and Private Equity-backed companies, where he has been instrumental in driving transformational growth.

 

With deep experience in warehouse automation, material handling, manufacturing, and go-to-market strategy, Dan has successfully guided businesses at various stages, from early-stage startups to large enterprises. A key highlight of his career is building the world’s largest automated mobile robot dealer network, accelerating the adoption of robotics in logistics and warehousing. Additionally, he has led strategic initiatives in the material handling sector, delivering cost-effective solutions that have significantly enhanced the operational efficiency of large-scale distribution networks.

 

Dan has a unique ability to identify and cultivate strategic partnerships, particularly in fast-paced channel sales environments, enabling rapid market penetration and scalable revenue growth. Equally critical to his success is his keen ability to assess an organization’s existing capacity and scale effectively without outpacing operational capabilities. He understands that sustainable growth requires balancing expansion with infrastructure, resources, and talent to prevent the pitfalls of scaling too quickly.

 

His expertise in developing and executing innovative go-to-market strategies has been instrumental in helping companies backed by Venture Capital and Private Equity firms achieve aggressive yet sustainable expansion. His leadership in commercial strategy, sales execution, and business growth makes him a valuable asset to organizations looking to scale efficiently while maintaining operational excellence.