Carson Merkwan

Carson Merkwan has over a decade of experience in business development and management within the automation, consulting, and winery sectors. Currently serving as a Business Development professional at Direct Automation since March 2012, Carson specializes in automation and cybersecurity solutions. Additionally, Carson holds positions as a Board Member at Valiant Vineyards Winery and Owner of The Main Street Inn Vermillion. Previous roles include CEO at CeeLA Naturals, President at River Bend Winery, and Vice President at Valiant Vineyards Inc, showcasing a strong background in business strategy, production, and marketing. Carson also has experience as an Industrial Engineer Intern at RAMVAC and Compound Engineer Co-op at Goodyear. Educational qualifications include a BS in Chemical Engineering from South Dakota Mines, an MBA from the University of South Dakota, and ongoing studies toward a Graduate Degree in Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science. Certifications include PMP and Six Sigma Green Belt.