Vicki Knott is the CEO and Co-Founder of CruxOCM, where she leads the development of advanced automation solutions that enable human-centered industrial autonomy for pipeline operations. With a background in chemical engineering and hands-on experience  training as a control room operator, Vicki is passionate about making industrial operations safer, more efficient, and sustainable. Backed by M12 – Microsoft’s Venture Fund, Crux’s technology dramatically increases top line revenue, reduces control room operator workload and enhances operational safety, positioning the company at the forefront of digital transformation in pipeline critical infrastructure.