Russell Fadel

CEO at Augmentir

Russell Fadel is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Augmentir, a company based in Irvine, California, specializing in connected worker solutions for the industrial sector. Under his leadership, Augmentir aims to enhance the productivity and quality of processes involving frontline workers through innovative technology, including AI-powered tools.2 3

Professional Background

Fadel has a rich background in the software industry, having co-founded several influential companies. Before Augmentir, he was the CEO and co-founder of ThingWorx, a platform that played a significant role in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) revolution. His career also includes leadership roles at Wonderware and Lighthammer, both pivotal in earlier industrial software revolutions.1 2

Education

Russell Fadel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Duke University, which laid the foundation for his technical and managerial expertise.1 3

Skills and Expertise

Fadel is recognized for his skills in various areas such as:

Manufacturing
Product Management
Business Development
Strategic Partnerships
Software Development

His extensive experience positions him as a key figure in driving innovation within the industrial software landscape.1 2

Current Focus

At Augmentir, Fadel is committed to transforming how industrial companies operate by leveraging technology to support a highly variable workforce. The company’s mission emphasizes enabling workers to perform at their best through digitization and optimization of frontline processes.2 4