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We support working at the RuggedEdge, where hard work and the digital world come together. RuggedEdge is a hardware enabled software company that looks to digitally enable the business and the workforce, and in doing so increase reliability, reduce risk, and achieve real-time optimization and better decision-making.

The RuggedEdge Cloud and its applications support critical use cases for digital transformation, with a strong focus on data collection and AI running in the Cloud.

Connected Work

Maximize efficiency by integrating IIoT monitoring, digital inspections, and asset tracking.

Connected Safety

Guard your workforce by ensuring PPE compliance, height safety, and swift responses.

Connected Communications

Bridge distances by utilizing digital push-to-talk for seamless teamwork.

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Meet Our Team

Board, Management & Advisors

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Vincent Higgins
CEO and Board Member
Mr. Higgins is a celebrated executive and a champion of industry efforts to digitalize and adopt AI & 3D technologies. He was President of North America at mCloud Technologies, a publicly traded software and technology company enabling the use of cloud-based digital twins, AI, and analytics to optimize asset performance, reliability, and sustainability.  Previously Vincent was Honeywell’s Global Director & General Manager, Digital Transformation, responsible for Honeywell’s digital transformation offering to industrial customers. He is a sought-after speaker at conferences and industry events, bringing his expertise in AI, industrial automation, IoT and 3D to audiences worldwide. Mr. Higgins is bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish.
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Jeff Pon
Co-Founder and Board Member
Jeff Pon has over 15 years of experience in the telecom industry, specifically focusing on ruggedized mobile communications. Over the last 15 years, Jeff has held a variety of cross-functional leadership roles, including SVP Sales, SVP Product, and COO, giving him a unique perspective on how to drive operational efficiencies and results across an entire organization.
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John Burns
Chairman
A well-known Silicon Valley technology executive, John is currently Chairman of several companies, including  Advocord(www.advocord.com), Illuminote (www.illuminote.io), Shodogg (www.shodogg.com), and RuggedEdge. Additionally, John has previously served as Chairman, Board of Directors for OnwardMobility, RealWear, SonimTechnologies, and other early-stage technology-focused businesses.
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Brian Frederick
Brian is the former president of DCP Midstream. Over a 30-year career in the energy industry, Brian has broad executive experience in Operations, Technical, Finance, Commercial, Trading/Risk Management, and corporate development roles. Brian was also a sponsor and leader in the application of operations technology and digital solutions across the enterprise.  Brian received a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Trinity University and an MBA from Texas Christian University. Brian is also a graduate of Harvard’s Advanced Management Program.
Andrew Chrostowski, Board Member
Andrew Chrostowski
Board Member
Andrew focuses on the future of work, corporate culture, leadership, and governance challenges with respect to digital transformation, AI, and cyber risk. He is a PDA member, board advisor, and director. The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) recognizes him as Cyber Risk certified, a Leadership Fellow, and an NACD Certified Director. He is a founding executive member of the Digital Directors Network and a Qualified Technology Expert (QTE).   He recently retired as chair and CEO of RealWear, where his deep understanding of technology, innovation, and complex systems played a key role in advancing the industrial wearables market. His board service and advisory experiences include Fortune 500 wholly owned subsidiaries, start-ups, private companies, and nonprofits.
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Mark Lacour
Mark has lived and worked in the Oil and Gas industry for over 25 years. Later he started his own market research company and has a well-earned reputation as an industry “insider” and independent 3rd party researcher. This led to him becoming a part of the new media, where he runs the world’s largest Oil and Gas podcast network, with over 2.7 million listeners from every single country on the planet. He is a sought-after public speaker and author, sits on several oil & gas boards, and has the record for the industry's most embarrassing mistakes made on social media!
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Chris Munnelly
Chris is CEO of Supply Lock,  an enterprise software company in the industrial supply chain sector.  He was previously Chief Strategy Officer and SVP of Channel at Parsable, the leading connected worker software company. Prior to Parsable, Chris held numerous management positions in product, marketing, and sales in Honeywell’s $ 10 billion Safety and Productivity Solutions division.  Prior to Honeywell, he led sales, product, and marketing at various Silicon Valley venture-backed companies in the software and mobility space. He co-founded enterprise software company Traverse Networks, which was acquired by Avaya. He was also a senior executive at eVoice, which was acquired by Time Warner AOL. He also worked as a management consultant for McKinsey & Co and an investment banker on Wall Street. Chris holds an MBA in Finance from Wharton Business School at the University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Economics from Yale University.
Neal Murthy, Houston Entrepreneur and Consultant, Formerly also Investor and Business School Lecturer
Neal Murthy
An expert in organizational design, Neal has been a successful startup founder and advisor, a consultant to several large organizations and governmental entities, and a business school professor. He is currently a founder in three, early-stage startups and sits on several nonprofit and startup advisory boards.
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Tyler Reitmeier
25+ years of industrial, oil and gas experience, including 10 years deploying technology solutions for Air Liquide and 15+ years engaged in business development and sales of solutions designed to accelerate and improve valuable work processes.  Sales leadership experience, including lead design and deployment of sales process for growing business of an industrial distributor.  Based in Houston with an Electrical Engineering degree from Rice University and Certification in Energy Management from The Association of Energy Engineers. Currently seeking accreditation as a Leadership Coach through the CoachRICE certification program at Rice University.
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David Ruby
As a global serial entrepreneur, David has been involved in multiple technology endeavors ranging from his days in IBM mainframe compatible businesses, early pioneering network companies, development of HD video conferencing, school safety, and global search and rescue, breakthrough programable networked video displays through to latterly; time at Realwear with its head-mounted hands-free mobile computing devices.  David’s roles have ranged from sales leadership in theater and global territories, CEO stewardship, and advisory boards; to early-stage angel, A, and B-round investments. David is currently based in Europe and Africa.
Rama Oruganti
Rama Oruganti
Rama Oruganti is a seasoned technology leader known for driving product innovation and business growth. As the Chief Product Officer at RealWear, he spearheaded the development of XR wearables and cloud solutions, significantly boosting industrial productivity and safety while forging strategic partnerships. At HP Inc., Rama led the development and market expansion for 3D printing and scanning technologies. His expertise spans various technology and industry domains, consistently delivering increased revenue through innovative business models.

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If you are inquisitive, proactive, and passionate about empowering innovation, let’s explore our synergies! We’re eager to welcome individuals who share our vision.

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