Speakers
The Future of Engineering Summit would not be the same without the visionaries who are shaping the next era of innovation. Our speakers are industry leaders and pioneers who are hands-on experts, bringing cutting-edge technologies, groundbreaking research and real-world applications to the stage.
Come and discover the minds driving the future forward, and gain insights that will transform the way you engineer, design and innovate.
Michael Finocchiaro
Michael Finocchiaro is a Franco-American technology evangelist and consultant with over 30 years of experience in PLM, digital twins, and engineering software infrastructure. He has held senior roles at Dassault Systèmes, IBM, and PTC, and now advises leading firms on digital transformation, AI, and competitive strategy across the manufacturing tech stack. Michael is also the creator of Demystifying PLMand a recognized voice on CAD, digital threads, and agentic AI.
Rachael Pasini - Moderation
Rachael Pasini is the editor-in-chief of Design World, covering industrial automation technologies, advanced materials, fluid power, additive manufacturing, and more. She also supports engineering leaders and managers in developing and sustaining innovative teams. Rachael holds a master’s degree in civil and environmental engineering and a bachelor’s degree in industrial and systems engineering from The Ohio State University. With nearly two decades of technical writing experience, along with trade journalism and teaching college math and physics, she is passionate about educating individuals and building supportive engineering communities.
Become a Speaker at the Future of Engineering Summit
Share Your Expertise - Inspire Innovation
Take the stage and showcase your vision, experience, and insights with a highly engaged audience of engineers, decision-makers, and industry pioneers. Speaking at the Future of Engineering Summit positions you as a thought leader, opens opportunities to connect with innovators, and lets you shape the conversation around the future of engineering.