Smarter Every Day: How AI Is Powering the Future of Operations

The second installment of the webinar series will be held August 7 from 11am - 12pm EST and is titled Smarter Every Day: How AI Is Powering the Future of Operations. Artificial intelligence is becoming part of our daily routines—from how we search, shop, and navigate to how we collaborate and make decisions at work. In this session, we’ll take a closer look at how AI is evolving in the context of industrial operations, with a focus on practical applications and emerging capabilities. We’ll also explore how Seeq is approaching AI development to support engineers, analysts, and operations teams in their day-to-day work. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to build a stronger foundation in AI, this session is designed to connect concepts with real-world impact. This webinar is presented by Mariana Sandin and Philip Pearce, both of Seeq Corporation.

Mariana Sandin is a Sr. Industry Principal at Seeq, driving the next wave of industrial innovation by helping companies harness time-series data and AI for smarter, faster decisions. With a background in chemical engineering and nearly two decades in industrial software, she brings deep expertise across mining, metals, pulp & paper, and manufacturing. Mariana is passionate about empowering people—engineers, operators, and executives alike—to bridge the gap between insight and impact. A bilingual speaker and respected voice in the industry, she’s known for making complex technologies accessible, actionable, and transformative in the journey toward more efficient and sustainable operations.

Philip Pearce is a Senior Solutions Consultant at Seeq Corporation, where he helps industrial organizations unlock insights from time series data to drive operational excellence. With over a decade of experience in chemical engineering and process analytics, Philip brings deep industry expertise to customers across a range of manufacturing operations. Prior to Seeq, he held engineering roles at Honeywell, Huntsman-Rubicon, and Northwest Analytics, where he specialized in chemical plant startup, process optimization, and advanced analytics deployment. He holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Auburn University and a B.S. in Biology from the University of Kentucky. He lives in Anacortes, Washington, with his wife and two Leonberger dogs, Bowie and Cooper. Outside of work, Philip enjoys tabletop game design, fly-fishing in the Pacific Northwest, and hiking the local trails.