Mario is a relentless learner and self-improver. Whether it’s finding ways to use AI, experimenting with new grilling recipes, or training for his third marathon (2026 Buffalo). He believes growth comes from embracing new challenges, both personally and professionally. As a seasoned Program and Product Manager, Mario has led major transformations across operations, technology, and team culture. His career spans: U.S. Marine Corps: Led 30+ Marines maintaining CH-53E helicopters. Moog Inc.: Rose from the shop floor to Manufacturing IS Program Manager, driving Smart Factory initiatives, MES implementations, and analytics-based downtime reduction. Amazon: Optimized the digital customer experience using data-driven insights. Today, Mario is leading digital transformation at Rich Products, connecting machines, people, and decisions across 20+ food manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and Canada. His journey has taken him around the world (Marines), through the solar system (Moog), into the ether (Amazon), and now to where his passion lies, the intersection of food and Smart Factory technology.