Dick Willis

Dick Willis is an accomplished Industrial Digitization Leader at Trane Technologies since November 2020, where responsibilities include leading the transition from paper-based systems to fully digital solutions for manufacturing problems. Prior experience includes roles as Owner of Many Hands Studios, LLC, and Senior Engineering Consultant at Flex Metrics, along with consulting positions focused on digitization and process improvement at OpX Solutions. As Vice President of Engineering Services at FlexMetrics dba SoftSolutions, Inc., Dick developed advanced MES and SCADA systems, showcasing versatility in adapting technologies to evolving manufacturing needs. With an academic background that includes a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and a certificate in Philosophy and Religious Studies from The Deacons School of Virginia, Dick combines technical expertise with a broad educational foundation. Past board involvement with the Science Museum of Western Virginia further emphasizes a commitment to community engagement.