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 work into a high-tech, high-satisfaction career while solving problems most execs don’t even know exist.

Connect with Nikki on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-gonzales/

Connect with Ali on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-gilpin-ali-g-process-controls-engineering/

Connect with Courtney on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneydfernandez/

Connect with Brit on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brit-bartolini/

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About Industry Sage Media:

Industry Sage Media is your backstage pass to industry experts and the conversations that are shaping the future of the manufacturing industry.

Learn more at: http://www.industrysagemedia.com

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Co-Hosts are Alicia Gilpin Director of Engineering at Process and Controls Engineering LLC, Nikki Gonzales Director of Business Development at Weintek USA, and Courtney Fernandez Robot Master at FAST One Solutions.

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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 training matters, what makes tenacity essential in controls, and how industry standard models like ISA-95 can map a better path for the future.

Resources Mentioned in Episode:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/demystifying-gcc-how-global-common-controls-fit-broader-paul-godines-3lbrc/?trackingId=sO4KykPvRcSmpdpP8LLGnQ%3D%3D

Will You Be Joining Us at OT SCADA CON This Year?

Grab your tickets today! 🔗 http://otscada.com

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👉 Connect with Nikki on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-gonzales[/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-gonzales/)

👉Connect with Ali on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-gilpin-ali-g-process-controls-engineering/

👉 Connect with Courtney on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneydfernandez/

Connect with Paul on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-godines/

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The Automation Ladies Are Now Officially Part of Industry Sage Media!

About Industry Sage Media:

Industry Sage Media is your backstage pass to industry experts and the conversations that are shaping the future of the manufacturing industry.

🔗 Learn more at: http://www.industrysagemedia.com

Support the show

Support the show

__________________________________________________________________

Co-Hosts are Alicia Gilpin Director of Engineering at Process and Controls Engineering LLC, Nikki Gonzales Director of Business Development at Weintek USA, and Courtney Fernandez Robot Master at FAST One Solutions.

Follow us on Linkedin and YouTube for live videos, demos, and other content!

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for episode updates, job announcements, and more!

Get in touch with us at automationladies.io!

P.S. - Help our podcast grow with a 5-star podcast review if you love us!

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 are essential for managers, engineers, and educators alike who are interested in building sustainable talent pipelines for the industry.

Will You Be Joining Us at OT SCADA CON This Year?

Grab your tickets today! 🔗 http://otscada.com

👉 Connect with Nikki on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-gonzales[/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-gonzales/)

👉Connect with Ali on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicia-gilpin-ali-g-process-controls-engineering/

👉 Connect with Courtney on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneydfernandez/

The Automation Ladies Are Now Officially Part of Industry Sage Media!

About Industry Sage Media:

Industry Sage Media is your backstage pass to industry experts and the conversations that are shaping the future of the manufacturing industry.

🔗 Learn more at: http://www.industrysagemedia.com

Support the show

__________________________________________________________________

Co-Hosts are Alicia Gilpin Director of Engineering at Process and Controls Engineering LLC, Nikki Gonzales Director of Business Development at Weintek USA, and Courtney Fernandez Robot Master at FAST One Solutions.

Follow us on Linkedin and YouTube for live videos, demos, and other content!

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for episode updates, job announcements, and more!

Get in touch with us at automationladies.io!

P.S. - Help our podcast grow with a 5-star podcast review if you love us!