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Industry 4.0 Club Announces Inaugural Advisory Board to Strengthen Global Manufacturing Community

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Industry 4.0 Club
July 2, 2026

The Industry 4.0 Club announced the formation of its inaugural Advisory Board, bringing together a distinguished group of manufacturing and technology leaders to help guide the organization and strengthen the Club's ability to fulfill its purpose of engaging diverse worldwide talent to accelerate the global industrial evolution to Industry 4.0.  

Advisory board members will provide strategic guidance on industry trends, contribute thought leadership, expand industry connections, and help shape future Club activities and events. 

"Our community has grown because manufacturing leaders are willing to share their knowledge, experiences, and lessons learned," said Mike Unger, CEO of the Industry 4.0 Club. "This Advisory Board brings together accomplished practitioners, providers, and promoters who share a passion for advancing manufacturing. Their collective expertise will help us create even greater value for our members and strengthen our impact across the Industry 4.0 ecosystem." 

"The challenges and opportunities facing manufacturers today require collaboration across industries and disciplines," said Sarah Morgan, Director of Digital Supply Chains at Mars and Industry 4.0 Club Advisory Board member. "The Industry 4.0 Club has built a unique community that encourages open dialogue and practical learning. I'm excited to help expand that community and support manufacturers on their digital transformation journeys." 

The inaugural Industry 4.0 Club Advisory Board includes: 

• Sara Hanks, Executive – Quality Engineering and Data Analytics, NWIRC (MEP) 

• Brian Marsh, Director of Automation, Allegion 

• Sarah Morgan, Director – Digital Supply Chains, Mars 

• Kyle Reissner, Vice President – Product Management, Mitsubishi 

• Ira Sharp, Director, Product Marketing, Phoenix Contact 

• Luke Smaul, Executive – Product and Strategy, GE Vernova 

• Jim Wetzel, Executive – Engineering and Reliability, NxGen; formerly with General Mills 

The Industry 4.0 Club is a global community dedicated to accelerating Industry 4.0 adoption through collaboration, education, and connection. The organization brings together practitioners, providers, and promoters to share expertise, build meaningful relationships, and advance modern manufacturing through digital content, events, workshops, and open industry dialogue. The Club's mission is to host respectful, thoughtful, and interdisciplinary conversations that expand understanding and adoption of Industry 4.0 while democratizing access to manufacturing education and expertise. 

For more information, visit https://www.industry40club.com/.

KEYWORDS: Industry 4.0 manufacturing metrology quality

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