Frederico Giunchetti graduated in Electrical Engineering, post-graduated and Master of Science in Automation and Industrial Electrical Systems. He started his career in Unilever, holding various roles in the areas of Projects, Maintenance, TPM and Manufacturing for 10 years. After moving to Novartis / Sandoz, he has been taking on responsibilities in a number of different Engineering positions in Latin America and Europe for the last 18 years. Currently, he’s appointed as Head Maintenance & Asset Reliability in Sandoz, responsible for Assets Maintenance in 18 sites in the network and the overall business process ownership for Maintenance and Calibration.

The Pop in my job: I`m fascinated by continuous improvement and I see Maintenance as a PDCA cycle, as a continuous process to be improved every single day, not at all as a routine job. My motivation comes from making people also understand this mindset, and truly live as they want to make it better in every moment, so that we as individuals and our Company can be better today than we were yesterday. And in Sandoz, I have the opportunity to pursue this vision.

I am a passionate Maintenance, Reliability, and Turnaround (MRTA) Expert with extensive experience in maintenance execution, operational excellence, and continuous improvement in some of the world’s largest oil and gas integrated projects and petrochemical facilities (Shell, LyondellBasell, and Takeda).

My expertise spans maintenance planning and execution, CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems), equipment criticality analysis, FMEA, and the development and implementation of asset tactics in SAP. I have hands-on experience in supervising multidisciplinary teams, risk and reliability management (RRM), and integrity assurance through systems like CIMS (Corrosion and Inspection Management).

Notable achievements include receiving Shell’s Upstream International Special Award for elevating an onshore processing facility to the proactive level in maintenance execution—a first in Shell's history.

Additionally, I bring deep knowledge of Operational Readiness and Assurance (OR&A), including CSU (Commissioning and Start-Up) activities, as well as operational reliability improvement initiatives like ORIP and IAP (Integrated Activity Planning).

I lead by example, championing HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) and leveraging global experience across six countries and three continents. My leadership style is driven by authenticity and a commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive teams.

With over 15 years of specialized experience in pharmaceutical and biotech engineering, Oliver Kaerst is a distinguished leader in the field. As Head of Global Healthcare Operations (GHO) Engineering, he oversees engineering and capital expenditure initiatives across 20 manufacturing sites worldwide, driving excellence in pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging.

Oliver has a proven track record in leading global pharma engineering and packaging reliability programs, including the successful integration of IoT and Industry 4.0 technologies. He also contributes as a key advisor on the Pharma Maintenance USA advisory board, where he offers expert guidance and highlights emerging trends in global maintenance practices.

His extensive background in strategic project management, regulatory compliance, and operational improvement underscores his leadership and deep expertise in optimizing complex global operations.

Electrical Engineer with an MBA in Project Management and over 10 years of experience in maintenance engineering and industrial automation, leading teams and managing automation, electrical and instrumentation, utilities as effluent treatment, water systems, recovery and biomass boiler and HVACs systems in pharmaceuticals and pulp & paper sector. My career in multinational companies has given me a broad and strategic and holistic view of engineering, enabling me to develop innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and asset reliability in compliance with stringent regulatory standards.

With over 20 years of experience in industrial process improvement, Christophe Rondeau has developed expertise in managing key phases of continuous improvement, with a strong focus on optimizing production flows, ensuring optimal safety conditions, and structuring efficient maintenance departments. His work is centered around driving operational excellence through practical solutions that enhance safety, streamline processes, and support long-term productivity.

With over 17 years of experience, Mohamed Kassem is a skilled engineering and product management professional specializing in project leadership, maintenance optimization, and new product introduction in the pharmaceutical and industrial sectors. As Engineering Director and New Product Introduction Manager, he excels in coordinating cross-functional teams, improving operational efficiency, and managing product lifecycles from development to launch. His technical expertise, paired with strategic insights from prior roles in sales and product management, enables him to drive both innovation and operational success effectively.

Holli is responsible for leading customer training initiatives globally. With over a decade of experience in bioprocessing, she specializes in downstream large-scale purification equipment, including single-use and chromatography column technologies. Her role encompasses designing and implementing training programs that equip customers with essential skills for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Holli has also held various technical and managerial positions at Cytiva and GE Healthcare, where she gained extensive expertise in field service, bioprocess hardware, and large-scale protein purification. “As a former customer, I believe deeply in equipment maintenance training as the first line of defense to avoid unplanned downtime.”