Pradeep David

About Pradeep David

Pradeep David is a Collaborative Robots Consultant and an Angel Investor, with over 35 years of global experience in Robotics, Industrial Automation, Sales and Channel Management. He holds a Master of Science degree (Robotics) from Clemson University, SC, USA & an MBA from Marquette University, WI, USA.He advises collaborative robot manufacturers, automation suppliers and service providers on their sales and distribution models, country entry strategies and sales process training. He also guides manufacturers of various sizes on technology adoption to maintain a competitive edge affordably. Previously, he was the GM / Country Manager South Asia of Denmark based Universal Robots A/S, where he successfully introduced cobots to Indian SMEs, MNCs, OEMs and educational institutions. He also spent 20 years at Rockwell Automation, in various roles across the US, Singapore / APAC and India. He is passionate about sharing his wealth of experience and helping companies leverage the power of cobots and automation.

Experience

1. Doctoral Candidate - Generative Ai & Emerging Technologies

   Golden Gate University

   Dec 2024 — Present · Bangalore Rural, IN

   In the pursuit of lifelong learning, I\'ve embarked on a Doctoral program in the fascinating field of Robotic Foundation Models, World Models & Neuro Symbolic AI. Goal is to \"pay forward\" & contribute to this body of knowledge in terms of Governance, Ethics & Standards leveraging my rich global background of 35+ years in Industrial Automation & Robotics.

Education

• St. Joseph's Academy, Dehra Dun

  ISC, Science

  1966 — 1975

• Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

  B.E. (Hons), Mechanical Engineering

  1976 — 1981

• Marquette University

  MBA, International Business

  2005 — 2006

• Clemson University

  M.S. (Robotics), Robotics - Mechanical Engineering

  1984 — 1986

Skills

• Product Marketing
• Plc
• Control Systems Design
• Manufacturing
• Dcs
• Crm
• Strategic Planning
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Marketing Strategy
• Engineering
• Vendor Management
• Business Development
• Process Automation
• Solution Selling
• Leadership
• Customer Engagement
• Automation
• Competitive Analysis
• Selling
• Direct Sales
• Sales Management
• Marketing
• Management
• Sales Effectiveness
• Motion Control
• Strategy
• Industrial Control
• Market Research
• Product Management
• Global Business Development
• Channel Partners
• Key Account Management
• Sales
• Selling Skills
• Training
• International Sales
• Product Development
• Process Control
• Scada
• Sales Process