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  • Amar Dhaliwal

    Amar Dhaliwal

    General Manager, Automation Systems Group, FANUC America

    Amar Dhaliwal is the General Manager of the Automation Systems Group (ASG) at FANUC America, where he leads a team of more than 150 engineering professionals delivering advanced, turn-key industrial automation solutions across multiple industries. In this role, he oversees full P&L responsibility, drives strategic sales initiatives, and ensures exceptional customer experience across ASG’s portfolio of innovative automation systems.A 20-year-plus veteran at FANUC America, Amar has built a distinguished career advancing complex automation technologies and engineering excellence. Prior to his current role, he served as Director of Software & Controls Engineering and previously as Manager of Software and Controls Engineering, collectively spending nearly two decades shaping FANUC’s software, controls and systems engineering capabilities.Amar is based in the Detroit metropolitan area and is recognized for his leadership in high-performance engineering environments, cross-functional technical strategy, and large-scale automation project execution.

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  • Andrew Buckland

    Andrew Buckland

    Director of Engineering, FANUC America

    Andrew Buckland is Director of Engineering at FANUC America, where he leads a highly skilled team of engineers focused on product management and application development for robotics. His work centers on advancing software technologies that drive performance, reliability, and innovation.Prior to joining FANUC, Buckland spent 29 years at General Motors in a variety of engineering and management roles, building deep expertise in manufacturing systems and technology leadership. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Kettering University and an MBA from the New York Institute of Technology.

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  • Christian Stevenson

    Christian Stevenson

    Senior Engineer - General Industries & Automotive Segment, FANUC America

    Christian Stevenson is a Senior Engineer at FANUC America with over six years of experience specializing in collaborative robotics within the Robot Application Segment. Since joining FANUC, Christian has advanced to senior engineer, contributing to the development and support of high-payload collaborative robots. His expertise includes driving unit sales through strategic sales opportunities, lab testing and data analysis, and designing trade show cells.Christian holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, boosted by a deep technical skill set in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and cross-functional team leadership, giving him a great blend of experience to help manufacturers. His work on 3DV iRVision robotic vision components and automotive robotics has made him a frequently cited expert in industry discussions, including features in MetalForming Magazine and other publications that FANUC is cited in.A technology enthusiast, Christian enjoys creating IoT devices and iOS mobile apps in his free time, further showcasing his passion for innovation and technology.

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  • Dan Anfinson

    Dan Anfinson

    Executive Director Global Accounts, FANUC America

    responsible for developing global relationships with a wide range of industrial consumer hard goods manufacturers.

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  • David Juhnke

    David Juhnke

    Senior Engineer – Dispensing Products, FANUC America

    David Juhnke is the Dispense Product Manager at FANUC America, bringing a little over seven years of experience in robotics and mechanical engineering. Since joining FANUC in October 2023, David has applied his technical expertise to manage and enhance FANUC’s dispensing product line. Before joining FANUC, he held key positions as a Senior Application Engineering Specialist, Technical Sales Manager, and Field Application Engineer, giving him a comprehensive understanding of both engineering and sales within the automation industry.David holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, and, in terms of publication, he is the holder of a patent for a Control Valve Trim Assembly. Known for his drive, teamwork, and enthusiasm for tackling challenges, David is committed to advancing FANUC’s solutions in the dispense segment.

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  • Dick Motley

    Dick Motley

    Director - Authorized System Integrator Network, FANUC America

    Dick Motley is Director of FANUC America's Authorized System Integrator network and General Industrial Global Sales Coordination. He works with FANUC's integration partners and manufacturers to develop and deploy robotic automation solutions that improve productivity, quality, safety and operational performance.With more than 30 years of experience in industrial automation and robotics, Dick has held a variety of leadership roles at FANUC America. His expertise includes robotics integration, manufacturing automation, system integration partnerships and business development.He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering with Distinction from Penn State University, as well as two U.S. patents for innovations in automated systems.

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  • Eric Lattas

    Eric Lattas

    Staff Engineer - General Industry & Automotive Segment, FANUC America

    Eric Lattas is a Staff Engineer and Product Manager at FANUC America, where he brings over 25 years of experience in robotics and automation.  Eric began his career at FANUC integrating robotic automation systems and soon moved into a role supporting the development of our integrator network by showing them how to apply FANUC technology to their applications.  With his extensive experience with FANUC robots, Eric eventually took on the position of a Product Manager for controller software in the Robot Segment group.Known for mentoring both colleagues and FANUC robot users, Eric is dedicated to fostering innovation and sharing his expertise with colleagues and clients alike. His work focuses on ensuring that FANUC is able to provide customers with the best software products to meet and exceed the needs of their applications.

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  • Jerry Perez

    Jerry Perez

    Executive Director – Global Accounts, FANUC America

    Jerry Perez is the Executive Director of Global Accounts and Manager of the Business Develop Group at FANUC America Corporation, consulting global corporations on topics such as automation roadmap fulfillment, workforce development, and value stream transformations.  Over the past 20 years, Jerry has been a leader in the expansion of robotics in multiple markets from defense and automotive to electronics and medical device manufacturing. He graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.S. in Engineering and resides in Royal Oak, MI with his wife and two kids.

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  • Matthew Sikowski

    Matthew Sikowski

    General Manager, FANUC America

    Matthew Sikowski is General Manager of Paint Shop Process and Application Innovation and Automotive Proposals at FANUC America Corporation, where he leads innovation in robotic paint and sealer applications and supports advanced automation solutions for the automotive industry. With more than 25 years at FANUC and prior experience at General Motors, Matthew brings extensive expertise in engineering, program management, and manufacturing automation. He holds a bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Michigan Technological University and a master's degree in Business Information Technology from Walsh College.

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  • Rich Meyer

    Rich Meyer

    General Manager - Customer Service Group, FANUC America

    Rich Meyer is a General Manager in the Customer Service Group (CSG) at FANUC America, where he leads training, product data management, rebuild, quoting, and customer support initiatives that help manufacturers maximize the performance and lifecycle value of their automation investments.A 30-year veteran of FANUC America, Rich has held leadership positions across engineering, project management, training and customer service. Prior to his current role, he served as Director of Engineering for Training, Project Management and Quoting, and previously led FANUC's Certified Training organization.Rich is based in the Detroit metropolitan area and is recognized for his expertise in industrial automation, workforce development, technical training and customer support. He holds a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from Wayne State University.

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  • Robert McElmurry

    Robert McElmurry

    Executive Director Global Accounts, FANUC America

    Responsible for developing global relationships with fulfillment customers in the E-commerce, warehouse and logistics segments.

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  • Sterling Shepherd

    Sterling Shepherd

    Senior Engineer, FANUC America

    Sterling Shepherd is a Senior Engineer in the Robotic Segment Group at FANUC America. With over a decade of engineering experience, Sterling brings extensive expertise in product management, development, and marketing strategy, particularly in the realm of robotic automation solutions for industries of all types.Sterling earned his Bachelor’s of Science in Industrial Engineering from Illinois State University. This is where he was first introduced to robotics and automation, ultimately peaking his career interest moving forward. Sterling honed his craft in various engineering roles with multiple organizations before joining FANUC. His tenure at FANUC has been marked by a customer-focused and collaborative approach, significantly contributing to the development and implementation of innovative solutions that meet diverse automation needs.

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  • Wes Garrett

    Wes Garrett

    Executive Director, Global Accounts, FANUC America

    Helping Food and Beverage manufacturers automate faster and more efficiently. I can help no matter where you are in your automation journey.

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