Robert Lewis
Speaker at WEST: Robert Lewis, CEO & Founder, Impaqx LLC
Speaker at WEST: Robert Lewis, CEO & Founder, Impaqx LLC
Speaker at WEST: Swamy Mahesh, Chief Technology & Ai Strategy Officer, Impaqx LLC
Speaker at WEST: Tinesha Anderson, Vice President, R&D, Cost Segregation &179D, CSSI-Specialty Tax Services
Speaker at WEST: Jason Didday, Head of Partnerships & Alliances, Vroozi, Inc.
Speaker at WEST: Len Reo, President, AttivoERP
Speaker at WEST: Phillip Gulley, CSO & Co-Founder, Cofactr
Speaker at WEST: Douglas Orantes, Sales Manager, Aero Bending Company
WEST Session: This presentation will explore the technical challenges of manufacturing complex tube geometries, including tight-radius and compound bends, which are critical in today’s aerospace applications. Presenters will demonstrate how in-house capabilities such as welding, machining, fixture design, and chemical processing streamline production and reduce overall lead times. Attendees will gain practical insight into integrating advanced bending technologies with digital data control systems to improve accuracy and repeatability. The session will also highlight how strategic investments such as developing in-house chemical processing enhance supply chain resilience, reduce risk, and improve schedule reliability. Case studies from aerospace programs will show how design collaboration, cost-down initiatives, and dedicated planning drive consistent improvements in product quality, efficiency, and delivery performance.
Speaker at WEST: Rod Bond, Senior Account Executive, Smartsights
WEST Session: Even the strongest security controls can’t stop every attack, making preparation the key to resilience. In this session, Complete will provide an overview of today’s threat landscape, review real world breaches in manufacturing, and share actionable steps to evaluate your organization’s readiness to ensure business continuity in the face of a cyber incident. Participants will gain insights into the evolving tactics used by cybercriminals, learn how to identify hidden vulnerabilities within complex industrial environments, and understand the critical role of incident response planning. The discussion will also highlight best practices for building a culture of cyber awareness, strengthening collaboration between IT and OT teams, and aligning security strategies with business objectives. By the end of the session, attendees will leave with a clearer picture of their current risk posture and practical measures they can implement immediately to enhance resilience and minimize operational disruptions.