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June 24, 2025

Demo of Indu-Sol's PROmesh B8 & INspektor® NT!

Demo of Indu-Sol's PROmesh B8 & INspektor® NT!

Come watch Stephan Breckle from Indu-Sol/German Automation demo their PROmesh B8 & INspektor® NT! Indu-Sol/German Automation is one of OT SCADA CON's education session sponsors, and they will be raffling off this cool tech valued at over $5000!!! During this demo, they will talk about Ethernet/IP & PROFINET, & how…

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June 19, 2025

Automating the Farm - The Future of Agtech with Katie Bradford

Automating the Farm - The Future of Agtech with Katie Bradford

How is automation and robotics changing the future of farming? Katie Bradford, Founder and CEO of Rotate8, joins Nikki to share her story of building practical automation that empowers small farms to thrive without sacrificing repairability or local expertise. Tune in to hear the challenges and opportunities in ag-tech, the…

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June 18, 2025

Demo of Synergy Logic's SLM-MX + IO Modbus Expansion Module!

Demo of Synergy Logic's SLM-MX + IO Modbus Expansion Module!

DEMO on June 26th @ 3pm Central... Watch Adam Cummick from Synergy Logic demo the SLM-MX + IO Modbus Expansion Module! Synergy Logic is OT SCADA CON's Happy Hour sponsor, and if you attend, you'll have a chance to win their SLM-MX + IO Modbus Expansion Module! We will discuss…

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June 12, 2025

Lyme Disease, Tick Survival Myths, and Protecting Your Family with Tick Expert Emily Merritt

Lyme Disease, Tick Survival Myths, and Protecting Your Family with Tick Expert Emily Merritt

Think ticks can’t find you at work? Think again! In this special episode hosts Nikki Gonzales and Courtney Fernandez sit down with tick expert Emily Merritt (aka the “Tick Chick”). Learn firsthand what Lyme disease can really mean, what to watch for after a bite, how to handle household exposure,…

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June 5, 2025

Bridging Tech, Manufacturing & STEM Careers with Brit Bartolini

Bridging Tech, Manufacturing & STEM Careers with Brit Bartolini

This week Nikki sits down with Brit Bartolini, Enterprise Account Director at MaintainX, for a conversation on digital transformation in manufacturing, the future of maintenance, and attracting new generations to STEM careers. Hear how real-world manufacturing pain points, a love of gadgets, and a dash of maker-spirit are turning maintenance…

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June 4, 2025

AI in Industrial Automation Panel Discussion: Real World Applications

AI in Industrial Automation Panel Discussion: Real World Applications

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June 2, 2025

Tick & Tick-Borne Illness Special Discussion

Tick & Tick-Borne Illness Special Discussion

Tick & Tick-Borne Illness Special Discussion 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4715478195765248

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May 29, 2025

Fixing Automation’s Biggest Skills Gap With Paul Godines

Fixing Automation’s Biggest Skills Gap With Paul Godines

Frustrated by the skills gap in automation? There’s a new approach in town. Join Nikki Gonzales as she sits down with Paul Godines from Logix Trainers to talk real solutions for bridging the entry-level technician divide. On this episode of Automation Ladies, you’ll get the inside story on why simulation…

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May 15, 2025

Building Smart Factories and Smart Teams: Secrets from Dr. Nicole Schra-Martin

Building Smart Factories and Smart Teams: Secrets from Dr. Nicole Schra-Martin

How do you build sustainable talent pipelines for the industry? Nikki Gonzales, Ali G, and Courtney Fernandez sit down with Dr. Nicole Schra Martin, an expert in manufacturing and automation, to discuss early STEM education, practical hiring for automation roles, and the changing face of industrial automation careers. These themes…

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May 12, 2025

Demo of OPTO 22's GRV-EPIC-LC2!

Demo of OPTO 22's GRV-EPIC-LC2!

On May 29th @ 3pm Central... Come watch Dan White from Opto 22 demo the GRV-EPIC-LC2! OPTO 22 is OT SCADA CON's platinum sponsor, and they will be raffling off a GRV-EPIC-LC2 with groov EPIC Learning Center, carrying case, power supply cord, and temperature probe! During this demo, they will…

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May 8, 2025

Mastering Trade Show Success with Joe Campbell & Jennifer Mass

Mastering Trade Show Success with Joe Campbell & Jennifer Mass

What’s the ROI of your trade show booth? Trade shows cost more than most companies realize. Yet, year after year, exhibitors throw away tens of thousands by showing up unprepared, staff glued to phones, demos unfinished, and leads lost. In this episode we chat with veteran exhibitors and industry experts,…

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May 1, 2025

Building Kansas City’s Go-To Controls Team with Caitlyn Young

Building Kansas City’s Go-To Controls Team with Caitlyn Young

What is it like to build a thriving controls engineering company with your partner? The Automation Ladies sit down with Caitlyn Young from Integrated Controls and Engineering to discuss what it takes to balance business, engineering, and partnership—all while serving the local industry at the highest level. Join us as…

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April 24, 2025

AI, Tariffs, and Million-Dollar Mistakes in Automation—Live Insights With Frank Hurtte & Larry White

AI, Tariffs, and Million-Dollar Mistakes in Automation—Live Insights With Frank Hurtte & Larry White

Curious why manufacturer-distributor relationships still make or break automation sales? Nikki Gonzales talked with industry veterans Frank Hurtte (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankhurtte/) & Larry White (https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-white-6576a26/) at AHTD about tariffs, global supply chain headaches, how AI is shifting the workforce & why family-run industrial businesses are thriving. ------ Huge thank you to Automate.org…

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April 22, 2025

Trade Show Tips with Joe Campbell

Trade Show Tips with Joe Campbell

Trade Show Tips with Joe Campbell 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4715478195765248

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April 21, 2025

AI in Industrial Automation Panel Discussion: Real World Applications

AI in Industrial Automation Panel Discussion: Real World Applications

AI in Industrial Automation Panel Discussion: Real World Applications 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4715478195765248

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April 17, 2025

Major Life Updates, Texas Moves, and Big Community News

Major Life Updates, Texas Moves, and Big Community News

The Automation Ladies are all back together! Catch up as they mark the return of the podcast for a new season, sharing candid updates on life transitions, moves, industry shifts, and unexpected opportunities. Listen in for real talk about building and growing their women-led automation community, the creative push behind…

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April 12, 2025

AHTD 2025 Spring Meeting Live Recap

AHTD 2025 Spring Meeting Live Recap

AHTD 2025 Spring Meeting Live Recap

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April 10, 2025

Predictive Maintenance and Industry Insights with Ryan Treece

Predictive Maintenance and Industry Insights with Ryan Treece

Many factories struggle with unexpected equipment failure, resulting in costly downtime hits without warning. How can you avoid this with predictive maintenance strategies? Join us as we welcome special guest Ryan Treece from FreeWave Technologies for a discussion covering many industry insights. Discover how implementing predictive maintenance using vibration sensors…

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April 3, 2025

Catch up with Nikki - What's Coming in Season 5

Catch up with Nikki - What's Coming in Season 5

We’re back! In this special solo kickoff to Season 5, Nikki shares what’s new with Automation Ladies — including her new role at Weintek USA, a big media partnership, and all the exciting things ahead for the show and community. In this episode: •Why Nikki joined the team at Weintek…

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March 12, 2025

Live Demo of Asyril Eye+ Flexible Feeding

Live Demo of Asyril Eye+ Flexible Feeding

Live Demo of Asyril Eye+ Flexible Feeding

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March 12, 2025

Live Demo of Weintek Easybuilder Pro

Live Demo of Weintek Easybuilder Pro

Live Demo of Weintek Easybuilder Pro

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Dec. 19, 2024

Who will be at the Industrial Marketing Summit?

Who will be at the Industrial Marketing Summit?

Who will be at the Industrial Marketing Summit?

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Dec. 19, 2024

Demo of Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure w/ Jen Sutter, Itoro Meshioye & Talita Clemente

Demo of Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure w/ Jen Sutter, Itoro Meshioye & Talita Clemente

How can breaking free from traditional limitations unlock a new era of innovation and resilience in automation? Join us with Jennifer Sutter (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/jennifer-sutter/) , Itoro Meshioye (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/itoro-meshioye/) , and Talita Clemente (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/talita-queiroz-cleme-1/) , three amazing women from Schneider Electric, who are pioneering the “Universal Automation” movement, where design flexibility and…

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Dec. 12, 2024

Collaborative Innovation, AI, & Cultural Dynamics w/ Dylan DuFresne

Collaborative Innovation, AI, & Cultural Dynamics w/ Dylan DuFresne

How can the collaboration between AI and cultural understanding create optimal performance in projects? Join us with Solutions Architect, Dylan DuFresne (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/dylan-dufresne/) , as we navigate the complex landscape of digital transformation, shedding light on the often-overlooked human elements that can make or break technology implementations. We reflect on the…

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