Skkynet Appoints Gary Tillery as CEO to Lead Expansion into Industrial AI and Industry 4.0 Markets

Skkynet Cloud Systems, Inc. has announced the appointment of Gary Tillery as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Tillery, who has served on the Company's Board of Directors since June 2025, brings over 35 years of executive experience in digital transformation, industrial software, strategic partnerships, and mergers and acquisitions. His appointment follows a successful tenure as a Board member, where he provided strategic guidance on scaling the Company's technology platform and global partner ecosystem.

Tillery's transition to CEO marks a pivotal moment for Skkynet as the Company accelerates its expansion into the Industry 4.0 and Industrial AI markets. This strategic move positions Skkynet to capitalize on the massive transformation occurring in the industrial landscape, driven by AI and cloud adoption. The Company's data intelligence platform is uniquely positioned to solve complex connectivity and security challenges that accompany this technological shift.

Prior to joining Skkynet, Tillery served as Senior Director of Strategic Portfolio Partners and M&A at AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software and a subsidiary of Schneider Electric. At AVEVA, he played a key role in driving global growth strategies and evaluating new technology opportunities. His deep expertise in software development, system integration and industrial software ecosystems aligns perfectly with Skkynet's mission to provide secure, real-time data connectivity for critical industrial systems.

"We are delighted to appoint Gary Tillery as CEO at this exciting juncture in our company's history," said Xavier Mesrobian, Chairman of the Board. "Since joining the Board, Gary has demonstrated a profound understanding of our market potential and the operational discipline required to scale a global technology company. His track record of driving growth through strategic alliances and M&A makes him the ideal leader to guide Skkynet through its next phase of innovation and commercial success."

As CEO, Tillery will focus on expanding Skkynet's global footprint, strengthening relationships with key channel partners, and driving the adoption of the Company's secure-by-design data connectivity solutions in high-growth sectors such as manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure. This expansion strategy is crucial as industries increasingly require real-time data communication technology to optimize operations and enhance efficiency.

"I am excited to take on the role of CEO at Skkynet," said Gary Tillery. "The industrial landscape is undergoing a massive transformation driven by AI and cloud adoption, and Skkynet's data intelligence platform is uniquely positioned to solve the complex connectivity and security challenges that come with this shift. I look forward to working closely with the talented team at Skkynet and our partner community to deliver exceptional value to our customers and shareholders."

Paul Thomas, who has served as President, will continue in his role as President, focusing on product vision and core technology development, ensuring that Skkynet remains at the forefront of real-time industrial data innovation. This leadership structure allows Skkynet to maintain its technological edge while pursuing aggressive market expansion under Tillery's strategic direction.

The appointment of an industry veteran with Tillery's background signals Skkynet's serious commitment to capturing market share in the rapidly growing Industrial AI sector. As organizations across manufacturing, energy, and infrastructure sectors seek to implement Industry 4.0 solutions, Skkynet's secure data connectivity platform becomes increasingly essential for enabling safe, intelligent, and resilient operations. For more information about Skkynet's industrial software solutions, visit https://skkynet.com.