John Schroeder is the Global Product Manager for ABB Ability™ applications for pulp and paper, the North American Manager for Collaborative Operations and is responsible for ABB Ability™ business development for the Process Industries Division in North America. John joined ABB in 1988 and has worked in process industries for over 30 years. During his career, John has held responsibilities in project management, engineering, sales & marketing, product management, business management, and business development. John has a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Western Michigan University.