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Perry Smith

CEO at AIMSCO

BIO

An engineer / entrepreneur with 40 years’ experience, Perry is co-founder and president of AIMSCO, in its 24th year as a leading provider of manufacturing production operations and quality management solutions. Perry has led AIMSCO through implementations in automotive, pharmaceutical, marine, environmental, metal forming, electronics, durable goods, and semiconductor industries. From 2001, AIMSCO deployed its own MLM software, providing D-I-Y quality and production operations management for clients including BMW, Thomas Built, Hatteras, Honda, Correct Craft, Gilbarco, Spartanburg Steel, MasterCraft, Armacell, Regulator, Chris Craft, Hydra Sports, Boston Whaler, and Sea Ray Boats. In 2010, AIMSCO introduced its Cloud Manufacturing Platform (ACMP), delivering a zero-infrastructure option for mid-size manufacturers to achieve world-class operations, with hybrid cloud options and typical payback in 4-6 months. ACMP is deployed globally with users in North America, Europe, UK, South America, China and India. Perry and his wife Elizabeth have been married for 35 years.