Automation News is bringing together three leading experts in the Industrial IoT and automation industry for an exclusive webinar on 2th December.
Tony Coghlan, Managing Director at Turck Banner; Stefano Isella, Chief Sales Officer at Corvina; and Neil Smith, Segment President Consumer Packaged Goods at Schneider Electric will share insights, strategies, and practical guidance on how manufacturers can leverage connected technologies to drive efficiency, resilience, and sustainability.
Titled The Benefits of IoT in Industrial Automation, the session will explore the latest trends in sensor technology, secure connectivity platforms, and advanced automation frameworks. Attendees will learn how to overcome common challenges in IoT adoption, including system fragmentation, cybersecurity risks, and data governance, while creating scalable, future-ready industrial environments.
The webinar will feature a live panel discussion where participants can submit questions directly to the experts, making it an interactive opportunity for manufacturing professionals, system integrators, and digital transformation leaders to gain practical insights.
Date: Tuesday 2nd December
Time: 2pm GMT
Host: Lucy Barnard, Editor, Automation News
Speakers:
Neil Smith, Segment President Consumer Packaged Goods, Schneider Electric
Neil leads Schneider Electric’s global team that creates, promotes, and supports our unique solutions portfolio for the Consumer Packaged Goods segment which includes ProLeiT and AVEVA, as well as external partners.
Neil joined Schneider Electric in 2014 through the acquisition of Invensys. He led the Invensys business in Australia and New Zealand through the integration period, after which he became the head of Process Automation for Schneider Electric’s Pacific Zone. He then added responsibility for the Industrial Software business to his scope and was subsequently promoted to Senior Vice President of the Process Automation business in Asia Pacific.
Neil holds an honours degree in electronic and electrical engineering. He began his career in 1996 at a global engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company where he gained experience and expertise in international projects. He has since lived and worked in the UK, Australia, and Singapore, where he worked with end users on various industrial projects and plants in the energy, chemicals, food & beverage, and life sciences sectors.
Tony Coghlan, Managing Director, Turck Banner
Tony was appointed Managing Director of Turck Banner Ltd in Jan 2022. He joined the company in Nov 2011 as a Key Account Manager and was promoted to Regional Sales Manager in 2014, looking after the Midlands, Northern England, and Scotland. In Jan 2017, Tony took on the role of UK Sales Manager, focusing on sales and marketing, strategic and operational activities to help establish Turck Banner as an Industrial Control Automation Partner.
Before Turck Banner, Tony worked in the Automation and transportation sector as well as served in the Royal Australian Navy as an Avionics Engineer. His experience spans various technologies and industries, which allows him to focus on complete solutions for business operations through digital transformation including predictive maintenance and the introduction of IoT applications for the industrial markets.
Stefano Isella, Chief Sales Officer, Corvina
Stefano Isella is the Chief Sales Officer of Corvina, the IIoT and data orchestration platform of the EXOR International group. In this role, he leads the global sales strategy and business development, supporting manufacturing companies and machine builders in adopting advanced solutions for connectivity, smart monitoring, and digital transformation.
Drawing on his solid background as an Industrial IoT and Digital Transformation Manager, Stefano has contributed to the development of innovative technologies for system interoperability, edge–cloud integration, and the enablement of new data-driven business models. With a deep understanding of the challenges of digitalisation, he helps companies navigate a complex technological landscape, identifying the most effective solutions to accelerate their progress toward Industry 4.0 while maintaining high standards of quality, security, and performance.
Combining strategic vision with a hands-on approach, Stefano promotes a practical and sustainable adoption of IIoT, delivering real and measurable value across the entire industrial supply chain.
This event provides a timely opportunity for UK manufacturers to hear from industry leaders on the practical steps needed to harness Industrial IoT for smarter, more connected operations in 2026 and beyond.
Register for your free ticket to attend the webinar on 2nd December here
