Brad began his career in industrial control systems in 1985 in Silicon Valley working for a global printed circuit board manufacturer. He then assisted Paramount Pictures modernize control systems for roller coasters and themed attractions across the US in their five park acquisition “Paramount Parks”. Brad then worked for Control System Specialist as a project manager. Here he managed large control system projects around San Francisco’s Bay Area. After many years of managing several million dollars in automation projects, he founded his own firm in 2003 focusing on automation projects for the food and beverage industry. Automation Group has grown to be one the largest automation firms in California by partnering with the region’s leading food and beverage manufactures to develop world class automation solutions.

Randy began his career in industrial control systems in 2002 in the Central Valley, working for a global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and fragrances. He then worked for a wholesale manufacturer and distributor of breads, baked goods, and mixes. Randy worked on control systems within their bakery and mix divisions. In 2006, Randy began his career with Automation Group, initially named Industrial PLC. His first job with AG was that as a controls engineer working on food and beverage process projects. Randy went on to manage large control system process projects in and outside the US. He advanced across multiple positions from controls engineer, controls service manager, project manager, program manager, director, vice president, senior vice president, to most recently, president. Randy’s leadership and commitment to success, coupled with the amazing partnerships built with some of the world’s largest consumer packaged goods companies, has helped Automation Group become one of the largest and most successful systems integrators in California.

Casey’s journey started in 2011 while studying electrical engineering at California State University, Sacramento. During his junior year, he completed an internship as a controls engineer at a local steel mill. In this role, he learned about control systems and their impact on shaping the world around us. After graduating, he decided to make a career out of it. Over time his passion changed from technical work to leadership. In 2017, Casey was recognized by Control Engineering magazine as an emerging leader under 40. His roles at Automation Group have evolved over the years from controls engineer, project manager, program manager, to his current role of director of PMO and sales. This position allows him to stay engaged with the execution of projects while simultaneously spearheading growth in new territories and industries.

James began his career in industrial control systems in 2010, working for Automation Group as a draftsman. After two years, he was quickly promoted to the controls engineer position. During his five-year career as a controls engineer, James helped implement numerous extensive controls projects with food and beverage companies around the Central Valley. He was promoted to a project manager in 2017, where he managed large control system projects for significant food and beverage companies. After five years as a successful project manager, he was promoted to the role of manufacturing, solutions, and PMO director. James helps manage customer relations with several of Automation Group’s significant customers in this role. James also mentors project managers on project execution methods and customer relations. As the director of manufacturing, James has increased control of panel quality and sales which led Automation Group to increase its market share within the control panel manufacturing space.

Will has been in the wine and spirits industry for the past decade, starting as a hobby, and developing into a career endeavor. After living in the craft spirit world and seeing the launch of several small distilleries, he decided to explore the other extreme. Working with E & J Gallo Winery, he could see the rest of the picture. After stints in sales, tank farms, project management, systems engineering, and people leadership, a new passion started to grow. Will joined Automation Group in 2021 to focus entirely on growing his people leadership, learn how a successful small business runs, and continuously challenge himself with learning intense technical information from his team.

Dan started his automation journey in 2017 with an introduction to the industry from a recruiting standpoint. For several years he provided best-in-class recruitment services to various organizations, including Automation Group. With the excitement happening at Automation Group and the bright future ahead, Dan wanted to be a part of the company and joined the team in 2022 as the director of strategic growth. While Dan is responsible for leading the company’s internal growth, his role has also expanded to include business development, market research, and promotion of the Automation Group brand.

April has a great deal of experience regarding financial management, accounting operations, reporting, and analysis with more than twenty years of accounting experience in the agriculture and manufacturing fields. April’s roles have evolved over the years from staff accountant, accounting supervisor, assistant controller, to her current role of controller. April has served as a board member for Safety First Shooting Association – River Oaks Firearms Training Center in Winton, CA since January 2015 and is currently the treasurer. Her past positions have also included board director, education committee, and 4H youth leader. April is also an NRA firearms instructor and RSO.

Julia began her career in human resources and talent management in 2009 as the head of admissions for Paul Mitchell The School Modesto. Here, she found her passion for connecting people to their purpose and providing career path guidance. In 2013, Julia returned to California State University, Stanislaus, where she would complete her bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in human resource management. Prior to graduating in 2018, she obtained a career in the wine industry in human resources with E & J Gallo Winery, supporting coastal operations and hospitality. In 2020, she joined the retail grocery industry with Whole Foods Market as a global field talent acquisition recruiter, overseeing five states and providing strategic consultation to the executive operations leadership team as they expanded their territories and navigated through a pandemic. She earned her Master of Business Administration in 2022 and joined Automation Group as their human resources manager, where she hopes to serve as a deliberate business partner as the company continues to grow.