B2B Marketing Trainer and Consultant
Jon Banquer, a prominent figure in the CAD/CAM community since 1999, is notorious for his direct and often controversial posts on Usenet. He advocates for unmoderated forums to express genuine user feedback and believes quality training is lacking in the industry. Banquer emphasizes careful software selection and often faces backlash for his opinions.
Joe Anand, CEO of MecSoft, discusses the company’s CAM products, VisualMill and RhinoCAM, which stand out for their user-friendly interfaces in a traditionally complex market. Since its launch in 1998, MecSoft has prioritized online distribution and integration with existing CAD systems while embracing emerging technologies like Rapid Prototyping.
Franco Folini is a marketing trainer and consultant with a background as an e-commerce entrepreneur in Silicon Valley. He taught at UC Berkeley Extension and currently teaches at the University of Strasbourg and Università della Montagna in Edolo, Italy. Recently, he moved back to his native Valtellina in the Italian Alps. Franco frequently speaks about the impact of AI and other technologies on marketing. For more details, visit his LinkedIn profile or email him at folini@gmail.com.