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Article1 min read Apr 22, 2023John Dyck at TAPPIConJohn Dyck, CEO of CESMII Smart Manufacturing Institute since 2018, brings transformative leadership to manufacturing innovation and national competitiveness. Recognized as one of SME's 30 Leaders Transforming Manufacturing in the USA, Dyck champions pragmatic approaches to democratizing smart manufacturing technologies and accelerating commercial deployment. His keynote presentation at TAPPICon 2023 on April 24 offers senior manufacturing executives valuable insights into emerging technologies, industry standards evolution, and strategic opportunities for knowledge sharing. This session provides experienced professionals an opportunity to engage with cutting-edge manufacturing transformation initiatives that shape industry direction.
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