KEVIN KERWIN
In 2020 I started a company called Detect-It LLC where I function as the President and CEO. Detect-It is a hardware/software company that specializes in Ai and Neural Network technology. I am drawing upon my many years of experience and the people I’ve met in Industry 3.0 to spearhead Detect-It’s market drive into Industry 4.0 and beyond.
Prior to forming Detect-It, I’ve spent the last 35+ years at ARKK Engineering Inc, which I still run today, implementing 1000’s of automated/robotic systems and creating products geared toward Automation Technology and Industry 3.0. During my tenure at ARKK in 2004 I established another company, International Wheel and Tire Inc. (IWT). IWT’s charter was to grow and dominate the global market of “High Volume Automated Wheel-Tire Assembly and Balancing,” which is required at all Automotive Assembly Plants worldwide. While building IWT I designed many new and innovative processes that would eventually lead to IWT becoming the dominate player in North American and establishing a competitive presence with local offices in the EU and South Asia.
Today IWT is owned by a multinational conglomerate who purchased it from ARKK in 2017. Outside of my penchant as a serial entrepreneur and inventor, I enjoy investigating and learning about new subjects that interest me, martial arts, time at my cottage on the lake with family, gardening and caring for my many plants animals as well as traveling the world to experience new places and see the ways that other people live.
A few sayings that I live by:
There is opportunity in turbulent times, just do not be afraid to seek it out.
When everyone else is scared and running left, run right, have confidence in yourself, remain keen, be prepared to battle, but be not afraid of what lay ahead. Fore once you overcome what others run from, a peaceful world lies beyond.
BRIAN ULLER
Brian Uller is the Vice President of Sales and Business Development at Detect-It LLC. Brian has over 25 plus years’ experience in Automotive and High Technology Areas. He has held key roles such as Head of Sales, Vice President of Business Development, Global Director, Business Unit Manager, and Consultant. Brian brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, having led large teams, and worked on global business projects. He enjoys working with people and solving complex issues to create new business for the companies he works for. Brian is looking forward to helping to bring AI technology to automotive, aerospace and defense industries, public agencies and the federal government.
NICK TUZA
Nick Tuza has over 30 years of global experience (Europe - North America - Asia) in the automotive, manufacturing, and machine tool industry from service engineer, plant manager, VP aftermarket, VP operations to Sales at Detect IT.
Although AI and Neural Net technology has been around for 50 years it is not until recently that the computing power was available to enable its full potential. The decision to join Detect It was easy, after meeting the team, having his mind blown away by the technology coupled with the endless potential applications, he was excited to become part of the technical revolution and offer this technology to the market.
Born in England, worked HIS way through Europe and Asia to finally call USA home, hobbies/addictions are Football (Soccer) and a total gear head with a preference for exotics or anything fast.
ZACH DAVIS
Zach Davis is the Principal Software Architect at Detect-It LLC. Zach created Detect-It™ with Kevin Kerwin and designed the architecture and the workflow of the application. He also oversees product development and coding staff supervision. Zach has over 20 years experience programming using Java, Python, C++ and Unix/Linux. His professional experience spans automotive, financial/Wall Street and marketing and publishing. Zach became a programmer around age 7 when he began writing small games in his spare time while in school. He develops various games, networking tools, and automotive tuning software on the side. He studies music and is a classically trained percussionist with a keen ear that finds value in all styles of music.
RICK DiLORETO
Rick DiLoreto is the Director of Marketing and Communications at Detect-It LLC. Rick has over 20 years experience in Marketing, Design and Communications, with stints in agency, apparel, food and beverage, entertainment, newspaper and retail. Rick handles the day-to-day marketing and PR needs of Detect-It™ as well as designing all of the software user interfaces, banners, signing, trade show material and all printing and advertising. Rick also designed and maintains the Detect-It™ website. Rick has many accomplishments including Marcom Gold awards for excellence in marketing and communications and Print Industries of Michigan Gold awards for print design excellence. Rick was born in Sterling Heights, MI and enjoys the outdoors, boating, hiking and kayaking.
JACOB O’BOYLE
Jacob O’Boyle is a Developer and Engineering Designer at Detect-It LLC. Jacob handles the Detect-It™ Interface programming, debugging, and is a Detect-It™ Deployment specialist. Jacob’s many years of experience include Unix and C++ development and architectural as well as mechanical and civil engineering. Jacob also handles all Detect-It™ GPU, Relay and Edge Processor enclosure designs and the Detect-It™ 3D print production environment. Jacob enjoys puzzles and problem solving.
KITT KOOLWICK
Kitt Koolwick is an Application Engineer and the newest member of the Detect-It team, working between developers and customers to deploy Detect-It AI systems. Kitt is from the metro Detroit area and his professional experience is in Automotive Manufacturing/Engineering and Finance. In his spare time, Kitt is an avid golfer and youth hockey coach.
CHRISTIAN SIEFEN
Christian is an Application Engineer/Software Engineer at Detect-It LLC, where he provides tailored assistance and training on using our software to meet diverse application needs. His role extends to collaborating with the software team to enhance product performance through debugging, developing accessory software, and conducting robust in-house demo testing. Prior to joining Detect-It, Christian enriched his expertise at multiple robotics companies specializing in Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs). Christian holds certifications from Fanuc, CompTIA, and Microsoft. In his personal time, Christian enjoys programming, web development, virtual reality, and various DIY projects. He is inspired by Douglas Adams’ philosophy, particularly evident in his favorite quote: “A common mistake that people make when trying to design something completely foolproof is to underestimate the ingenuity of complete fools.”