TECH & AI
Brandon Speweik is Head of Industry Sales & Strategy at GFT , where he helps manufacturers transform operations through technology . He enjoys learning from the diverse people he encounters , considering this the most rewarding aspect of his role .
“ I ’ m a proponent of leading by example and understanding the work of each team member , whether in software engineering , design , architecture , product management , marketing or sales ,” he explains .
“ This broad understanding helps me position the team for success , but it ’ s equally important to be highly collaborative and empower others to shine , removing obstacles or making decisions when necessary .”
Fabien Duboeuf , an Industry Manager at Google Cloud , focuses on cloud , AI and data analytics initiatives in manufacturing . Raised in France in a multi-generational family with ties to manufacturing , Fabien began his career as a research scientist . As he studied bacteria and enzymes across Europe and the US , he developed a strategic approach to problem-solving .
After fifteen years driving digital transformation at Autodesk , Elsevier and Siemens , Fabien now does the same for manufacturers at Google Cloud .
“ I find great fulfilment in guiding businesses through transformations that could disrupt industries ,” he says . “ I encourage our teams to understand
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Brandon Speweik , Head of Industry Strategy , GFT