Ron Angelo
Speaker at EAST: Ron Angelo, President and Chief Executive Officer, Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology Inc
Speaker at EAST: Ron Angelo, President and Chief Executive Officer, Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology Inc
Speaker at EAST: Tom Connell, Vice President of Business Development for the Americas, Magic Software
EAST Session: Moderated by: Ryan Cahalane. In this dynamic session, experts from Axiom Systems will present innovative strategies to optimize operations and drive competitive advantages for mid-market manufacturers. From leveraging technology to implementing lean principles, this session will explore real-world solutions for achieving operational excellence in today’s ever-changing industrial landscape.
Speaker at EAST: Ryan Cahalane, Managing Partner, Axiom Systems
EAST Session:
EAST Exhibitor: SCHUNK is shaping the future with innovative technologies - the experienced automation and production specialist is pushing the further development and digitalization of its product and service portfolio in order to make industrial processes more efficient, transparent and sustainable. The family-owned company with headquarters in Germany is a global leader in toolholding and workholding, gripping technology and automation technology. Approximately 3,500 employees in 8 plants and 34 directly owned subsidiaries and distribution partners in more than 50 countries throughout the world ensure an intensive market presence.
EAST Exhibitor: Our services We provide accredited certification, training and support services to help you improve processes, performance and products and services. We have issued over 50,000 certificates to clients in over 90 countries. We help organizations of all sizes perform better in quality, environment, energy, sustainability and health and safety management. Moreover, we make sure that these improvements continue year in, year out. Often, we will work in close partnership with consultants who can play a crucial role in helping to implement these management systems. We specialize in management systems certification for: quality (including automotive and aerospace sectors) energy & environment health & safety information security
EAST Exhibitor: TE-CO is a leading US manufacturer of Workholding Components and Systems. TE-CO began in 1929 as the Tietzmann Tool Company. Through the years our product line has continued to grow from basic clamping components to precision vises and hydraulic workholding. The TE-CO name is known for quality products and outstanding customer service. Our current product lines include: Tooling Components, Jig & Fixture Components, Clamping Kits, Spring & Ball Plungers, Gaging and Inspection Items, CMM Fixturing, Vises & Vise Accessories, Tooling Columns & Plates, Toggle Clamps and Clamping Levers & Handles.
EAST Exhibitor: SolidCAM's world class CAM software, seamlessly integrated in SOLIDWORKS and Inventor, powers even the most complex Mill-Turn and Swiss-Type CNC Machines, with the best tool paths, amazing visualization, and unmatched tools for multi-channel synchronization. SolidCAM offers the unique amazing iMachining technology that saves 70% and more in machining time, increases tool life 5-10 times and more, and provides a Technology Wizard that automatically calculates optimal feeds and speeds for all material types, cutting tools and CNC machines.
EAST Session: Manufacturing sales have hit a wall. Deals are taking longer to close and costing more to win. Since 2022, sales cycles have increased by 22%, while win rates have slipped by 17%. In this engaging fireside chat, industry experts will discuss why investing in ecommerce is essential—but notoriously difficult—for manufacturing companies with complex sales environments. From managing global sales teams and navigating intricate buyer journeys to configuring millions of product options, the challenges are vast. Join us to learn: - How to create product discovery experiences that reduce complexity for buyers. - Best practices for optimizing product data to ensure your entire catalog is discoverable and configurable online. - How to leverage insights from digital interactions to drive better business decisions. Don’t miss this candid conversation on how manufacturers are transforming their digital sales approach to boost efficiency, drive revenue, and enhance the buying experience. Significance/Importance: This topic is critical because manufacturing sales are increasingly complex, with deals taking longer to close and win rates declining—sales cycles have increased by 22% and win rates have dropped by 17% since 2022. As manufacturers face mounting pressure to streamline operations and drive revenue, adopting ecommerce solutions is essential. However, the complexity of managing global sales teams, serving thousands of buyers, and configuring millions of product options poses significant challenges. Understanding how to reduce this complexity through effective product discovery, optimized data, and actionable insights is vital for manufacturers striving to remain competitive and enhance their digital transformation journey.