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OT, IT, & Cybersecurity in Manufacturing w/ Leah Dodson & Ashley Van Hoesen + FESTO Job Opps.
New Episode + IRL Events + Job Opportunities

New Episode - Bridging the Gap: OT, IT, & Cybersecurity in Manufacturing
OT, IT, and Cybersecurity - how are they different, related, and are you protected?
Join us with Leah Dodson & Ashley Van Hoesen as we master the distinctions between OT, IT, and Cybersecurity roles in the manufacturing industry.
Gain insider knowledge on governance, risk, compliance, and the psychological tactics of scammers and hackers. Discover best-use practices to safeguard operations, mitigate risk, and avoid theft digitally.
Huge thank you to Wolfe Evolution for sponsoring this episode!
Upcoming IRL Events
You can find us at…
February 4-6, 2025 at MD&M (aka ATX) West in Anaheim, CA. Learn more & register here
February 26-28, 2025 at the Industrial Marketing Summit in Austin, TX. Learn more & register here…use code automation-ladies-100 to get $100 off your ticket!
July 23-25, 2025 at OT SCADA CON in Houston, TX
FYI…this an Automation Ladies event! Check out what attendees thought about OT SCADA CON ‘24! Right now, we’re running an Extreme Early Bird In-Person Ticket special for CON ‘25…prices go up Jan. 1st! Follow our event page for next year’s announcements…
From Our Partners
RESEARCH REPORT - 9th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing
Get highlights about the GenAI revolution, empowering your workforce, & combating cyber threats.
Hear from manufacturers across the globe about harnessing emergent technology to maximize workforce potential, reduce risk, increase quality, & deliver sustainable growth!
Job Opportunities
Last Week’s Episode
Boiler Technologies, Training, & Empowerment w/Eric Johnson
Together with Eric Johnson, CEO of Boilearn, Nikki, Ali, and Courtney delved into the critical role of training and development in the mechanical and boiler industries. Discover how diverse skill sets and structured programs empower technicians to collaborate across trades and ensure the growth of both people and their technical expertise.
That’s all for today! See you next week!
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