Dora Smith

Dora Smith is the senior director of the global academic program for Siemens PLM Software. The program empowers the next generation of digital talent through project-based learning, STEM competitions and industrial strength software and curriculum to support students and academic institutions worldwide.

Bloodhound Inspires the Next Generation of Engineers

Bloodhound Inspires the Next Generation of Engineers

October 21, 2010

Richard Noble calls it “education by stealth.” He originally met with the UK minister of education to see if he would help get a jet engine for Bloodhound’s quest to break the land speed record. He …

By Dora Smith
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Interview With Tony Affuso at PLM Connection

Interview With Tony Affuso at PLM Connection

October 19, 2010

Here is a brief interview with Tony Affuso at PLM Connection Europe. Tony updated attendees on Siemens PLM’s strong performance, increased activity in the automotive space, as well as how the company…

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Interview with Steve Nevey of Redbull Racing

Interview with Steve Nevey of Redbull Racing

October 19, 2010

Steve Nevey started his career designing submarines but has spent more than 20 years designing and manufacturing Formula 1 race cars. He spoke today at PLM Connection Europe in Linz, Austria. Here’s …

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Steve Nevey of Redbull Racing Revs up PLM Connection Attendees

Steve Nevey of Redbull Racing Revs up PLM Connection Attendees

October 19, 2010

There’s nothing like hearing a Formula 1 race car’s engine revving up to get an audience engaged. Steve Nevey of Redbull Racing presented today at PLM Connection Europe. He’s spent the past 22 years …

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Product and Production Integration at Siemens VAI Metals Technologies

Product and Production Integration at Siemens VAI Metals Technologies

October 19, 2010

Yesterday I heard both Tony Affuso and Chuck Grindstaff highlight our continued focus on integrating product and production integration. The thing that is most compelling about customer events is you…

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Michael Hallack of Callaway Golf on the Design Equation

Michael Hallack of Callaway Golf on the Design Equation

October 18, 2010

Michael Hallack’s claim to fame is probably one many product designers dream about. One of his designs – CAD screen and all – was in a superbowl commercial. Michael presented at PLM Connection Europe…

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Chuck Grindstaff Shares Siemens PLM Vision and Strategy

Chuck Grindstaff Shares Siemens PLM Vision and Strategy

October 18, 2010

In his first public appearance as president, Chuck Grindstaff shared with PLM Connection Europe attendees Siemens PLM’s vision from a business, technology and solution standpoint. He covered a lot of…

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PLM Connection Europe Kicks Off

PLM Connection Europe Kicks Off

October 18, 2010

Guten Morgen from lovely Linz, Austria. More than 700 folks are here attending PLM Connection Europe this week. You can follow some of the activity here on our blog and on Twitter (hashtag: #plmconx)…

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From Machine Tools to Medical Implants at Deckel Maho Gildemeister (DMG)

From Machine Tools to Medical Implants at Deckel Maho Gildemeister (DMG)

October 14, 2010

While we didn’t live blog our  Siemens Industry Software analyst a few weeks ago, I did capture a few interviews with some of the speakers that I wanted to share with you. With lots happening ri…

By Dora Smith
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