Industry 4.0 & Digital Transformation Enthusiast | Business Strategist | Avid Storyteller | Tech Geek | Public Speaker

My passion is helping manufacturers digitally transform in innovative ways through Industry 4.0 technologies.  Doing so requires a unique ability to bridge the gap between business strategy, industry trends, technology implementation, and change management.  

I enjoy building collaborative relationships with clients, partners, coworkers, and industry evangelists to help empower manufacturers to achieve more.  

I am very active within the industry as a thought leader to help inspire companies, professionals, and students to be excited about the future created by the fourth industrial revolution.  I write, speak, and share content on LinkedIn to foster a conversational environment and build meaningful connections. 

Where do I spend my time?
• Driving customer success through deep industry and technical expertise
• Developing senior-level industry and client relationships
• Defining and shaping business and go-to-market strategies
• Acting as a company ambassador, technology evangelist, and industry influencer
• Challenging the status quo and continually driving innovation
• Developing & implementing sales enablement strategies
• Finding innovative ways to leverage new technology to provide unique value
• Building, mentoring, and inspiring high-power teams

Jeff Winter

It snowed today in Chicago! And snow is a great way to see progress in action.

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝟏.𝟎 & 𝟐.𝟎 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐄𝐫𝐚𝐬
Snow removal started as pure manual labor. When it snowed, you grabbed a shovel and went to work. It was slow, physical, and unavoidable. The major breakthrough between Industry 1.0 and 2.0? Getting your kids to help. Same tools, slightly more labor, and a lot more bargaining. 🤣 

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝟑.𝟎 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐫𝐚
Mechanization changed the game. Snow blowers replaced brute force with power. What once took hours could be done in minutes. Humans still operated the system, but machines delivered speed, consistency, and efficiency.

𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝟒.𝟎 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐄𝐫𝐚
Today, snow removal can be fully automated. Autonomous machines use sensors, software, and algorithms to clear driveways with precision, often without anyone watching. No frostbitten fingers or early mornings required, just a cozy cup of coffee as the job gets done.

This isn’t really a story about snow.

It’s a story about how work evolves. Manual effort becomes mechanized. Mechanized work becomes automated. And automation shifts humans away from execution and toward higher-value activities.

The snow hasn’t changed.
Our response to it has.
That’s progress.

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Jeff Winter 

Industry 4.0 isn’t a light switch. It’s a dimmer dial, and most of us are still fumbling for the right setting.

Too many manufacturers see Industry 4.0 as a massive leap they’re either “doing” or not. That kind of thinking leads to analysis paralysis. Or worse… nothing at all.

That’s why I created the 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝟒.𝟎 𝐁𝐚𝐛𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬.
Not as a maturity model. 
Not as a framework, but as a way to break the journey into tangible, bite-sized initiatives. Each with its own value, technical requirements, and business implications.
 
Yes, they generally build on each other.
No, you don’t have to follow them in order.
And no, they’re not exhaustive.

The point? You don’t need to transform everything all at once. Start somewhere. Learn fast. Advance with purpose.
 
Because every baby step you take gets you closer to your vision of Industry 4.0.
 
𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝟓,𝟒𝟎𝟎+ 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥? 😀 👇 
https://lnkd.in/exdQ7W2z

Originally written June 2025, updated January 2nd, 2026 (Version 2.1)

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Industry 3.0 to 4.0 in Baby Steps v2.1

Consultant

Lead B2B tech marketing efforts for enterprise clients, specializing in influencer marketing and content development. Develop marketing strategies for top market categories like 5G Technologies and Artificial Intelligence. Collaborate with brands to create engaging video content and podcasts, showcasing thought leadership in the tech industry.

Tech Influencer | Industry Analyst | Director Digital Marketing | Consultant | Talent Development 

Telefónica

Led the development and execution of the HR and people strategy to support  sales, marketing, operations & data center, and finance business units in the US.

Provided leadership support in all areas of Human Resources to ensure the building of organizational capability and effectiveness through HR programs and practices, education, training, coaching, employee relations, leadership development, communication, content development, talent management, talent acquisition, recruiting, performance management, organizational change, diversity & inclusion, e-Learning, social media, branding, compensation & benefits, regulatory compliance, risk management.

Director of Human Resources

Brightstar Corp.

Head up Latin America HR function for fast-growing global wireless distributor and provider of diversified services, logistics and supply chain solutions, driving people strategy, leadership development, talent management, organizational development, education, training, coaching, communication, content development, recruiting, employee relations, diversity & inclusion, regulatory compliance, risk management, performance management, succession planning, compensation & benefits, HRIS, project management, HR processes definition & alignment, expatriate assignments, as well as federal, state, county, and industry specific employment standards and HR best practices. Directed and managed a staff of HR professionals in 12 countries.

Director of Human Resources Latin America

Citi

Strategic HR, organizational effectiveness, development, and change, and HR business partner for the Global Transaction Services, client services, cash management, credit cards, sales, marketing and finance regional business units, in the US and Latin America.

Supported senior leadership, with accountability for local and regional implementation of core HR global corporate programs, leadership development, communication, education, training, coaching, HR consulting. Provided full human resources services including talent management, development plans, talent acquisition, performance management, e-Learning, employee relations, diversity & inclusion, succession planning, retention strategies, regulatory compliance, global mobility and domestic and expatriate assignments.

Head of Human Resources VP - Latin America

Developed and implemented organizational change management plans, project management, ERP implementation, leadership development, education, training, coaching, communication strategy, content development, across multiple countries in Latin America working with a cross functional global team. M&A integration.

Change Management Regional Manager - Latin America

The Panama Canal and Repsol YPF

Strategic HR consulting to include culture, leadership development, education, training, coaching, organizational development and design, corporate university, communication, content development, talent management, succession planning, employee engagement, change management, as well as seminars to focus leadership skills to achieve business results.

Human Resources Consultant

Motorola Mobility (a Lenovo Company)

HR strategic business partner for business groups in Latin America, to support leadership development, change management, build a common culture and, sustain employee growth and retention, through talent management, education, training, communication, content development, and coaching. 

Developed and implemented global corporate programs. Selection of training organizations, e-Learning and seminars, budget management, education and learning programs in multiple locations. Enhanced and sustained the involvement of senior management in development initiatives and attained increased employee participation and engagement. HR consulting. Trained and facilitated, guided and coached, in several programs, including leadership skills, interviewing & selection, performance management, mentoring, and Baldrige Quality Program.

Regional Director Organizational Development, Motorola University Latin America

Johnson & Johnson

HR & people strategy, Baldrige Quality Management, program management implementation, leadership development, talent management, education, training, coaching, communication, content development, change management, employee relations, performance management, HR transformation, HR consulting, HR metrics, business improvement initiatives, M&A business integration, HR policies, compensation & benefits, global learning programs, compliance, recruiting, hiring, employee recognition, and HR vendor management.

Human Resources & Organizational Development Manager

Tech Influencer | Digital Transformation | FutureOfWork | B2B | Digital Consultant, Speaker and Author | Director | #GLMC2023 #Think2023 | #SAPSapphire | #DTW23 #MWC23 | #CES2024 | Twitter X: @HaroldSinnott

Harold Sinnott is a renowned technology thought leader, influencer, digital consultant, content creator, speaker, and author specializing in emerging technologies, AI, digital transformation, and the future of work. With a wealth of corporate leadership experience across telecommunications, healthcare, and financial services, he brings deep industry insights to the forefront of technological innovation.

As a sought-after digital strategist, Harold partners with businesses worldwide to develop and execute impactful digital marketing campaigns, craft effective online branding strategies, and harness the potential of cutting-edge technologies. He is dedicated to equipping his audience with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the ever-evolving tech landscape successfully.

Passionate about sharing actionable business insights, Harold creates content that empowers his followers. He delves into AI, digital transformation, leadership, the intersection of technology and humanity, and covers global tech events. Through his YouTube channel, Tech Ahead, he discusses tech trends, explores the future of technology, and interviews CEOs and top executives, providing viewers with exclusive industry perspectives.

By consistently sharing his insights on the latest technological developments, Harold has built a substantial online following. His thought leadership has earned him a place among the top global influencers and thought leaders. Notably, he was named among the “50 Top Digital Experts and Influencers to Follow in 2024” by IPFC New Techs Blog and the “Top 20 AI Influencers to Follow in 2023” by Metaverse Post. His significant contributions to the field of 5G also secured him a spot on Onalytica’s “Who’s Who in 5G? Top 50 Influencers to Follow”.

Connect with Harold Sinnott on his social platforms:

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Email: Harold.Sinnott@gmail.com

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