IoT Advisory Council

Patrick Albert

VP of Product Management, Auvik Networks Inc.

Patrick currently serves as VP, Product Management for Auvik Networks Inc. where he started in 2017 to build and scale a product management team for the fast growing start-up. He previously held various strategic and execution roles at N-able Technologies (acquired by SolarWinds Inc.) and Dell Inc. He is highly skilled in developing, marketing, and driving products from conception through entire product life cycle. He has extensive experience in the Managed Service Provider (MSP) industry with particular interest in networking, automation and security.

Benson Chan

Senior Partner, Strategy of Things

Benson Chan is a senior partner at Strategy of Things, a Silicon Valley-based innovation catalyst that brings science, breakthrough strategies and disruptive digital technologies to help cities become smarter and more responsive. He recently developed San Mateo County’s smart region strategy, created and launched its innovation lab (SMC Labs), and completed a smart streetlight strategy for a major regional utility company.
Benson has over 25 years of scaling innovative businesses and bringing innovations to market for Fortune 500 and start-up companies. Benson has held project, management and executive positions in innovation-driven organizations, including NASA, Hughes Aircraft Company, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Cisco and Pakedge. He also serves as an industry mentor to lab innovation teams at the US Department of Energy’s Building Technology’s Office, and is on the leadership teams of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Global Cities Team Challenge (GCTC) Wireless Supercluster, as well as the Smart Buildings and Smart Regions action clusters.
Benson holds a BS in Aeronautical Engineering from California Polytechnic State University, a MS in Engineering from Purdue University and a MBA from the University of California, Los Angeles.

Ted Parisot

Co-Founder, Helios Visions

Ted Parisot is the Co-Founder and CMO of Helios Visions -- a Chicago-based, professional drone services company helping clients throughout the United States. Helios Visions provides aerial data collection (videos, photos, building project/site inspection, façade images, event footage) to many types of organizations including developers, façade inspection companies, event organizers, building and property managers, as well as commercial film productions. As one of the few companies with nationwide FAA waivers, including § 107.29 (daylight operation) and § 107.39 (operation over human beings), Helios Visions places paramount emphasis on safe and legal drone operations. Mr. Parisot’s 20 years of experience as a technology, digital marketing, and photography professional has led to Helios Visions becoming one of the leading drone service providers.

Vince Bradley

CEO, Abundant IoT

Vince Bradley / founder & CEO / Los Angeles, CA – Vince Bradley, a native of Northern California and a UCLA graduate, launched Abundant IoT in 2021, as a provider of worldwide technology services focused on IoT, Energy, Connectivity, Mobility and Cloud services combined with devices. As one of the only channel leaders with a deep knowledge of telecom connectivity, mobility and energy services, Bradley is well positioned to develop a robust and complete IoT channel model.

Bradley’s vision to enter the IoT space and tap Blockchain providers is revolutionary to the IT industry. Specifically Helium, as their network enables IoT devices and helps enterprises save millions on legacy wireless infrastructure. On the energy side, tapping a decentralized data storage model, utilizes an energy efficiency motion on its journey thus a perfect upsell fit for the channel.

Prior to Abundant IoT, Bradley founded WTG in 1996, one of the largest Master Agents in the US. Viewed as a true pioneer in the industry, Bradley sold WTG to SF Bay Area based Unicorn AppDirect to form AppSmart, the leading source to find, buy and manage all business technology services. Bradley resides in malibu California with his wife and 3 daughters.

Nicole Coughlin

Chief Information Officer, Town of Cary

Nicole Coughlin is an award-winning technology executive who serves as the chief information officer for Cary, North Carolina. She is the principal strategist and architect for information technology and digital marketing across the organization. Coughlin is at the forefront of the smart cities movement, creating a connected community through piloting and implementing IoT technologies in the public sector.

A self-described government rebel, Coughlin participates in numerous conferences and summits as a keynote speaker and panelist. Her work has been profiled in numerous case studies as she continuously pursues new models of digital transformation for collaborative citizen-facing By fostering partnerships both locally and nationally, she leverages her private-sector background to fuel civic innovation in ways not previously seen in local government projects. Prior to her work in government, years in various IT leadership positions in the private sector, leading development teams in the U.S. and internationally. Coughlin is currently serving a two year appointment to the Department of Commerce Internet of Things (IoT)Advisory Board.

Hariharan Ganesh

Founder and CEO, Factana Computing Inc.

Hariharan is the Founder and Chief of Factana, an Industrial Software Company that provides a smart manufacturing platform. He leads the company in driving Platform Innovations, SaaS Engineering, and Business Growth through Fogwing Industrial Cloud, encompassing Industrial IoT, Analytics, CMMS, Computer Vision, and Edge Computing. Before establishing Factana, he led the Technology Advisory team at Aspire Systems, contributing to Fortune 500 companies and CIOs in digital transformation programs.

Beyond my professional pursuits, He has been an accomplished book author, a passionate blogger, and a sought-after conference speaker dedicated to the cause of Digital Evangelism and IoT advancements. With over 28 years of experience, He has been deeply involved in providing cutting-edge Engineering, Strategy, Advisory, and Information Solutions to Enterprises and their customers.

Uche Ishionwu

IoT & OT Security Solution Architect, Avanade

Uche is a solution architect at Avanade, a leading global provider of digital, cloud, AI and advisory services, industry solutions and design-led experiences. He’s an IoT and OT subject matter expert at Avanade’s Cybersecurity CoE and has over 15 years of cross-industry experience working on digital transformation projects for leading companies in Germany, the United Kingdom, and the USA.

A seasoned Cybersecurity technology leader with industry experience cutting across the domains of IoT, IIoT, OT, Automotive and Blockchain, he received an MSc. in Cybersecurity from the University of Northumbria at Newcastle. Uche speaks three languages and is passionate about his quest for knowledge while musing about the convergence of IoT, Blockchain, and AI.

Scott Paquette

Fixed Fireless Access Channel Manager, iBASIS

With over 30 years of experience in the wireless telecommunications and IoT industries, Scott stands out as a seasoned expert in cellular connectivity, sales leadership, channels, and IoT. Currently serving as the Fixed Wireless Access Channel Manager at iBASIS, Scott plays a pivotal role in driving the adoption of cutting-edge fixed wireless solutions through eUICC eSIM technology. His work with iBASIS, a leading U.S. technology innovator and MVNO, underscores his commitment to advancing connectivity solutions in an increasingly digital world.

Scott's career has been marked by significant contributions across major industry players, including Telit Cinterion, Verizon, Sprint, Cricket, and AirTouch. His diverse background in sales and leadership roles has equipped him with a deep understanding of the wireless landscape and a proven track record of success. Beyond his professional achievements, Scott is deeply committed to his community. He actively contributes as the Assistant Secretary for his metro board association, serves as Vice President of his homeowner’s association, and volunteers with Refugee Resettlement programs. Additionally, Scott has served on the Board of Directors for various clubs and organizations.

Scott is a proud graduate of Western Colorado University.

Robert Senatore

CEO/Managing Member, Data2Go Wireless

Robert Senatore is a seasoned Veteran with more than 25 years in the Telecommunications industry. Robert is currently Managing Member and President of Zirrus Group, LLC, DBA Data2Go Wireless. Previously, Robert was the Founder and CEO of Direct Communication Solutions (DCS). Under Robert’s leadership, DCS became the largest reseller of embedded modules for Telit Wireless in North America. During his tenure at DCS, Robert successfully lead negotiations that resulted in the largest fleet technology modernization project to date for the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission, encompassing more than 25,000 taxi cabs over a 3 year period, while securing a multimillion dollar contract for Sprint. Prior to founding DCS, Robert served in several sales and sales leadership roles within the Sprint Enterprise and Wholesale organizations, where Robert was a consistent top producer. Robert is also very involved in his family and community. He has been a Division Director and Director of Sponsorships for City of Parkland Baseball. He has coached Flag Football in Parkland, Florida for the past 7 years. Robert is also a graduate of Florida State University.

Tim Way

IoT Solutions Architect, Telit Cinterion

Tim is a seasoned IoT solutions architect at Telit, a leading U.S. original design manufacturer (ODM) that offers comprehensive IoT products and solutions for diverse markets and industries. He has over 25 years of experience in the IoT, telecom, wireless, and consumer electronics sectors, and is an expert in wireless technologies, mobile devices, SaaS, and connectivity.

In his current role, he guides clients through every aspect of their IoT deployment, from hardware design and firmware and software customization, to mechanical development and production management. He has a proven track record of delivering IoT solutions that solve real problems for organizations with digital transformation. He is also the founder and owner of his own IoT consulting business, where he leverages his expertise and network to provide tailored IoT solutions and services. Tim is passionate about creating value and innovation through IoT and enabling clients to achieve their goals and vision.