Contributors

Dr. David Jeong is the Director of the ADIF working Group and  the Mary Raba ’84 and William Raba ’86 Professor in Construction Science at Texas A&M University. For more than 25 years, his research has focused on advancing work processes and data interoperability through machine learning, artificial intelligence, and process automation. His innovations have been adopted by industry, earning national recognition and awards. He continues to work at the intersection of industry and academia, helping shape the next generation of digital transformation in capital project delivery and asset management. 

Dr. Ashrant Aryal is an Assistant Professor of Construction Science at Texas A&M University. His research focuses on the intersection of data science and the built environment, applying artificial intelligence and machine learning to advance areas such as smart buildings, digital twins, energy efficiency, and construction automation.

Dr. Chan Young Park is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Construction Science at Texas A&M University and a core member of ADIF. His research focuses on digital twins, AI-driven data interoperability, and multimodal information extraction for process-plant and infrastructure projects, advancing data-centric decision-making across the project lifecycle. 

Ghang Lee is Professor of Architecture and Architectural Engineering at Yonsei University, Korea, and Hans Fischer Senior Fellow at TUM Institute for Advanced Studies, Germany. His research spans BIM, AI in construction, and interoperability. Prof. Lee has contributed to key publications, including the BIM Handbook. His distinguished work has earned him several prestigious accolades. 

Michael Wiedau is Chairman of the Board of DEXPI e.V. and a data expert at Evonik Industries. With more than 17 years of experience in Asset Lifecycle Data Integration for the process industry, he holds a Ph.D. in Process Systems Engineering and a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence.

Moe Tanabian is CEO of IntuigenceAI, leveraging Generative AI for industrial solutions. Previously CPO at Cognite and Global VP at Microsoft Azure IoT. Former executive at Samsung and AWS. Holds MBA from Queen's University and advanced degrees in engineering, with patents in AI and smart systems.

Mark Luciw is Sr. Director of Strategic Services at ARC Advisory Group & Co-Chair of the Open Asset Digital Twins Working Group, bringing over 35 years of technology and cybersecurity experience. He is a subject matter expert in oil and gas, focusing on industrial cybersecurity, a unified IT/OT/ET strategy, and smart infrastructure. Mark leverages his extensive background to provide technology research and strategic advice for industrial markets, including energy, utilities, manufacturing, and transportation.

Mark has a BSEE from Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA.  He is based in Houston, TX and is married with three children and three grandchildren.

Peter has over 45 years of experience in the process plant industry across both EPC and owner-operator roles. Formerly Chief Engineer at Foster Wheeler and Manager of Engineering Data Management at Woodside Energy, he has been actively involved with the CFIHOS initiative since 2014. Since 2019, as Project Director for IOGP JIP36 CFIHOS, he has led the continued development of the standard while championing industry-wide collaboration and alignment through partnerships and Memoranda of Understanding between key industry groups.

Michael Hotaling is a member of the Technology Scouting, Innovation and Ventures Organization for ExxonMobil. He is responsible for identifying leading technologies that can significantly transform the corporation. He is a sponsor of the Digital Reality Ecosystem, “Moving to a more visual way of working” both inside and outside the company, influencing change. He is a co leader of the Open Asset Digital Twin working group that supports Industry wide transformation. Michael has over 34 years of manufacturing experience within the Refining, Chemicals, Lubes, Digital Operations, Supply/Trading organizations for ExxonMobil. He has served at 9 different ExxonMobil facilities where his previous roles have included Process Manager, Technical Manager and Maintenance Manager for various operating sites.

Natalia Klafke is Executive Vice President and Global Head of Energy & Sustainability at Radix, with nearly 20 years of experience across the Oil & Gas and Energy sectors. She leads global initiatives that integrate engineering, automation, and data science to improve safety, reliability, and performance. Known for her expertise in process engineering and business transformation, Natalia drives innovation and sustainable growth across industrial operations. She was named one of Connected World Magazine’s Top Women in Technology, Emerging Leader of the Year in 2025 by the Brazil-Texas Chamber of Commerce (BRATECC), and is a strong advocate for diversity and the responsible evolution of the energy industry.

Committed to delivering solutions advancing asset lifecycle information management through standards-based interoperability, ensuring engineering, construction, and operations data remain connected and trusted. Focuses on collaborative approach to connecting systems, standards, and stakeholders, creating accessible and trusted asset information strengthening performance, compliance, and sustainability.

Alan Johnston has over 40 years of IM/IS/IT experience, focused on Interoperability and Digital Transformation for Asset Lifecycle Management and Critical Infrastructure Asset Management.  He has extensive experience with public and private sector Infrastructure Risk Management in North America and Australia.

Alan is the Convenor for ISO TC 184/WG 6-Asset Intensive Industry Interoperability, a member of the ANSI TAG to ISO/TC 184/SC 5 & SC 4, MIMOSA President, OpenO&M Co-Chair, and is a voting member of the ISA95 Committee and the Asset Institute.

Kumar Narayanan is the Head of Energy & Resources – Americas at Tata Consultancy Services, leading strategy, client relations, and delivery across the energy, mining, and construction sectors. With 31 years of experience, including 29 at TCS, he has held global leadership roles in Singapore, France, and North America. A mechanical engineer and business graduate, Kumar is an IEEE member who enjoys reading, travel, and wine appreciation.

Jan Rougoor is Head of Product Management in Siemens Digital Industries for Process Industry Plant Engineering and Simulation Software. Jan can build on 30 years of professional experience in Process Design, Engineering and Operations. In his current function he is committed to the realization of digital transformation in the Process Industry by applying new technology, whilst focusing on interoperability and tangible value add.

Mike graduated from Texas A&M in 2001 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology and served in Corps of Cadets Squadron 17 and Ross Volunteer Company. His career includes roles as Control System Specialist (PLC programming, HMI graphics), Engineering Application Developer (SmartPlant P&ID and Instrumentation), and Digital Twin Solution Architect. He co-founded ProLytX in 2016, focusing on engineering network design, data migrations, and supporting owner-operators with engineering and operations data management.

Pak Wong is the Vice President of Software Development at PdMA Corporation, a company specializing in electrical motor and generator monitoring systems. With a background in aircraft reliability, operations, and governance, he brings a system-based mindset to software architecture and data integration. At PdMA, Pak champions the development of monitoring devices, edge, and cloud software platforms, advancing vendor-neutral interoperability through the adoption of the Open Industrial Interoperability Ecosystem (OIIE) and MIMOSA CCOM standards. His work promotes data transparency, seamless integration, and reliability across diverse industrial environments.

With 30+ years of experience across Oil & Gas, Automotive, Healthcare, and Technology, I help organizations harness data for smarter decisions. Combining project management and consulting, I design data driven strategies that streamline EPC projects, enhance operational readiness, and transform complex challenges into high impact practical solutions.

Gary Mintchell’s career has evolved from engineering leadership positions at a series of entrepreneurial startups to work with technical standards organizations. He later leveraged this experience as a communicator and advisor. A co-founder and editor-in-chief of Automation World magazine, his blog website, The Manufacturing Connection, reaches several hundred thousand readers per month.

Chris Monchinski is CTO of InflexionPoint, leading strategy, partnerships, and client success in digital transformation for manufacturing and operations. He chairs the MESA Knowledge Committee and the ISA-95 Committee on Enterprise-to-Control Integration and serves as IEC/ISO JWG5 convenor for the IEC-62264 standards. A former ISA Standards Board VP, Chris holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in Electrical and Computer Science and is an ISA Certified Automation Professional.

Dr. Manoj Dharwadkar is a global leader in data and digital workflow strategy, known for transforming how organizations create value through standards-based interoperability. At Dow Chemical, he led digital initiatives that elevated data quality, governance, and automation across the asset lifecycle, while implementing Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) and construction integration solutions that reduced capital project costs. Earlier at Bentley Systems, he championed interoperability initiatives enabling open data exchange across platforms. Manoj holds a Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin.

Deb McNeil, a Capital Solutions Director with Independent Project Analysis, Inc (IPA) brings over 47 years of successful industry experience in capital project execution, work process improvement and digital technology implementation to our work.  Deb’s goals are to understand current industry performance, clarify the challenges you face and to help you develop and implement improvement plans to drive improved capital project results.  Focused on making dramatic capital project productivity improvements, Deb has been working with industry SME’s on the interoperability challenges for the last 25 years.

Kalpesh Parikh is a global EPC executive with over 20 years of experience delivering hydrogen, carbon capture, petrochemicals, clean energy and decarbonization projects across the Americas, Middle East, Russia, and EMEA regions. He specializes in leading multidisciplinary engineering & design teams from concept to commissioning, streamlining execution strategies, and driving digital transformation through advanced CAD/CAE platforms. Kalpesh is known for building resilient engineering organizations and accelerating project performance through innovation, strategic leadership, and operational excellence.

Gopa is a Managing Director within the Accenture Strategy and Consulting Practice, with responsibility in Industry X for clients in North American Resources (oil and gas, chemicals). He focuses on supporting clients to re-imagine their manufacturing operations and navigate large-scale transformations. Gopa brings extensive global experience, beginning his career in control systems engineering at Yokogawa; followed by diverse consulting leadership roles in global markets such as India, Japan, and the US.

Mark is an Associate Director with Accenture SAP Business Group and he leads the SAP S/4 Intelligent Asset Management (IAM) practice, assisting clients with enterprise operations transformation. He focuses on supporting manufacturing clients by streamlining their asset management and operations using SAP, non-SAP and industry standards. His team manages large-scale transformations, while integrating internal / external material, service and supplier ecosystems to improve enterprise business and operational processes.

Aasim Waheed is a distinguished expert in industrial digital transformation with over two decades of experience at the intersection of heavy industry operations, control systems, and data technology. He specializes in bridging the critical gap between Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT), architecting complex data strategies to drive business value. A leading voice in IT-OT-ET integration and Digital Twin implementation, he advises senior executives on navigating the technical, financial, and cultural challenges of building the intelligent, AI-ready industrial assets of the future. He holds Data Analytics degree from Georgia Tech and has led major digital initiatives for some of the world's largest industrial corporations.

Binay Anand is an experienced business and technology leader with deep expertise in enterprise architecture, process optimization, and digital transformation across the energy and process industries. Known for his strategic thinking and collaborative leadership style, he has successfully driven complex programs spanning operations, automation, and business integration. Binay combines technical insight with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and sustainable value creation.

Beau Slaughter is a Digital Twin Execution Lead for Marathon Petroleum Corporation, driving enterprise-wide strategy for 3D reality capture and digital twin deployment across the refining system. He previously served as Digital Transformation Lead at the Galveston Bay refinery and began his career in I/E design and capital project management. A lifelong technical innovator and hands-on tinkerer, he is focused on delivering practical, scalable digital solutions.

Emile-Otto Coetzer is the Senior Digital Advisor, Engineering at Chevron. His 40-year career spans 4 continents in energy and mining, where he has held roles from technician to executive. He offers significant insight into Engineering Information Management, Digital Transformation, and Physical Asset Management. A published expert, Coetzer was involved in developing ISO 55000, served on the PPDM Board, and was instrumental in IOGP digital initiatives. He holds Mechanical and Industrial Engineering degrees and lives in Houston, where his family, fly-fishing rod, and motorcycle are still negotiating their relative importance. 

Gutaek Kim is the CEO and Founder of Cospec Innolab, a South Korea–based technology company specializing in BIM and Digital Twin platforms. With over 25 years of experience in architecture and construction informatics, he has led the development of AI-BIM-based automated design systems, ultra-lightweight BIM-GIS Digital Twin engines, and intelligent quality review platforms used by major infrastructure organizations, including the Korea Airports Corporation. 

Rene Moreda leads business development at InflexionPoint.ai, driving digital transformation and industrial automation that bridge IT and OT through data-centric architectures, MES, and AI-driven analytics. With a B.S. in Computer Science and over 20 years of experience spanning consulting, solution sales, and cybersecurity, Rene has held leadership roles at Compaq Computers R&D, Microsoft, Capgemini, BAE Systems, Invensys/Schneider Electric, and Eaton. 

Johan Immerzeel is a chemical process engineer with 35 years of experience in EPC and operating companies. He spent 13 years developing P&IDs and facilitating HAZOP workshops, then 22 years at Shell in roles spanning field development, concept/process engineering, project risk, and process safety management. Currently, he drives data-centric use of process engineering information across the asset lifecycle and advances industry digitalization as a DEXPI board member.

Dr. Markus Stumptner is the director of the Industrial AI Research Centre at the University of South Australia.  His research has provided practical solutions for real-world challenges using cutting-edge AI technologies. He pursues true innovation to address the industry’s challenges that force AI to go beyond purely academic solutions.  

Dr. Carolina Cruz-Neira, a University of Central Florida faculty and a member of the National Academy of Engineering, is a pioneer in the areas of virtual reality (VR), interactive visualization, and digital twins. Her innovations have been instrumental in facilitating data analysis, decision-making, design reviews, and training and education. Her work evolved into standard tools used in industry, government, and academia.

Dirk Reiners is an Associate Professor at University of Central Florida and CTO of CG Heroes LLC, specializing in Virtual/Augmented Reality and Digital Twins. His research spans data pipelines, immersive displays, and drone swarm control. He is a key organizer for IEEE Virtual Reality, an Associate Editor for Frontiers in Virtual Reality, and a Best Paper Award winner.