Chad Stroud is a mechanical engineer & entrepreneur who founded Engineered Vision, an industrial automation company that he has scaled over the last 6+ years. Chad stands out as a visionary in the industrial automation field, with a robust foundation in manufacturing at Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 manufacturing companies as well as a Silicon Valley venture-backed technology startup. He is an expert at solving challenging manufacturing problems leveraging his expertise in custom machine design, advanced machine vision, robotic systems, and advanced automation technologies. Founding Engineered Vision, Chad aimed to address inefficiencies and accelerate technology adoption in manufacturing, embodying the spirit of a problem solver who adeptly merges technical depth with business strategy to optimize client outcomes.Under his leadership, Engineered Vision excels in managing complex, mid-sized automation projects, demonstrating a rare combination of technical precision, business insight, and a pioneering approach to challenging the status quo. Chad has become a respected thought leader, passionate about sharing his knowledge on automation’s transformative power, debunking myths, and offering pragmatic frameworks for its application. His unique value proposition lies in bridging the technical-business divide, making him an indispensable partner in the industrial automation landscape.Chad’s mission extends to enhancing US manufacturers' global competitiveness through advanced automation, focusing on efficiency, quality, and safety. By fostering long-term client relationships, he serves as a trusted advisor, committed to delivering measurable improvements and staying at the forefront of industry trends. Through Engineered Vision, Chad Stroud is not just innovating solutions but shaping the future of manufacturing, ensuring his clients are always a step ahead in the global marketplace.