Waddell, Russ

Russ Waddell helps manufacturers and software developers modernize their operations. From 2024, he has served as AMT’s liaison to the Alliance for OpenUSD working on factory simulation using open standards. He previously managed the MTConnect Institute, a standards development organization for machine-to-machine communication and still serves on its Board of Trustees. He also worked as Community Lead at Tulip Interfaces, a startup building shop floor connectivity devices and app platform. He holds a BA in Economics from The College of William & Mary.