Steven Vuong is a dedicated Solution Architect at Vention, driven by a passion for creating innovative automation solutions. With a strong foundation in engineering, Steven has spent five years at Vention, where he has excelled in various roles, all centered around ensuring the success of customers’ robotics projects. He works closely with the sales team to design and implement tailored automation systems that not only address customer needs but also support their broader business goals. Steven’s commitment to delivering thoughtful, impactful solutions and his deep technical expertise make him an invaluable asset to the Vention team.

Kenneth Pedersen brings more than 35 years of experience in welding, automation, and technical sales — and a unique ability to connect the dots between the shop floor and cutting-edge cobot technology. Starting out as a welder himself, Kenneth knows firsthand what matters in real-world production. Today, he helps companies turn complex welding challenges into simple, effective solutions with SmoothTool. At Smooth Robotics, Kenneth works closely with both welders and decision-makers to make automation accessible, practical, and truly user-friendly. He’s passionate about making technology work for the welder — not the other way around.