Patrick Clay

Patrick Clay serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Adaptive Factory AI Solutions since December 2024, where leadership focuses on strategic vision and execution for AI-driven manufacturing tools while ensuring operational compliance with ISO 9001 standards. Previously, Patrick has held various roles at Pridgeon & Clay since May 1997, including Business Analyst, Operations Engineering, Engineering Manager, and Sr. Engineering Manager, where responsibilities encompassed project coordination, technical integration, and operational excellence. Patrick’s engineering background includes expertise as a Manufacturing Engineer and Application Engineer, specializing in automated solutions and process improvement. Education includes a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology and Management from Ferris State University, an Associate of Science in Tooling and Manufacturing Technology from Grand Rapids Community College, and studies in Lean Manufacturing at the University of Michigan.