Meet our latest COMP2025 keynote speaker Doug Rhoda
We’re thrilled to announce Doug Rhoda, Chairman and Founder of Vectis Automation, as the COMP2025 Keynote Speaker!
With a 40-year career spanning leading robotics and automation companies such as ABB Robotics and ESAB Automation, Doug has been a transformative force in the industry.
In 2019, Doug founded Vectis Automation, building a company in the game-changing field of collaborative, human-plus-machine robotic welding systems known as cobot welding systems. Recognizing the challenges faced by small and medium-sized manufacturers, Vectis delivers accessible, cost-effective automation solutions that boost productivity and help overcome workforce shortages. Today, Vectis is redefining how manufacturers of all sizes approach automation, making advanced robotics more practical and achievable than ever before.
Topic | Building the Future of Manufacturing Automation: A 40-Year Journey of shaping, innovating and transforming the industry
Doug will share firsthand insights on driving innovation, scaling solutions, and transforming how manufacturers approach automation, drawing on his decades of experience leading, building, and investing in robotics and automation companies—making advanced robotics practical, accessible, and truly transformative.
Don’t miss the chance to gain firsthand insights from one of Colorado’s most visionary leaders in automation, and explore the Vectis Automation booth, only at COMP2025!
About Doug
Doug Rhoda is the Chairman and Founder of Vectis Automation, a cobot welding and cutting system provider in Loveland, Colorado. Previously Doug was CEO and a Board Member of Diversified Machine Systems in Colorado Springs, and CEO of Wolf Robotics in Fort Collins Colorado. He’s had various roles in engineering and management in robotic and automation businesses since graduating in Welding Engineering from The Ohio State University in 1985.
He’s also currently an investor and advisor to Pioneer Fund in Colorado Springs and their companies Integrity Welding & Fabrication, Optimum Stainless, and Colorado Water Jet. He’s on the Boards of Forney Industries in Fort Collins; the Advisory Board of Fortius Metals in Lafayette, Colorado; and the Board of Colorado Advanced Manufacturing Association (CAMA).
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