Blackline Safety Corp., a global leader in connected safety technology, has appointed Vasi Philomin, Executive Vice President of Data and AI at Siemens and former Amazon Generative AI leader, to its Board of Directors, effective September 11, 2025. This strategic move aims to enhance Blackline’s AI-driven safety and productivity solutions.
Blackline Safety names Vasi Philomin to its Board of Directors.
Philomin brings expertise from Siemens and Amazon in AI and IoT.
Appointment supports Blackline’s AI strategy for worker safety.
Philomin led Amazon Bedrock’s generative AI platform development.
His experience includes scaling hardware-enabled SaaS platforms.
Blackline aims to advance predictive safety and real-time analytics.
Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN) has welcomed Vasi Philomin to its Board of Directors, leveraging his extensive experience in AI and IoT to drive its mission of transforming workplace safety. Currently serving as Executive Vice President of Data and AI at Siemens, Philomin’s expertise aligns with Blackline’s focus on connected safety technology. His appointment, effective September 11, 2025, underscores the company’s commitment to advancing predictive safety and real-time data analytics.
With a robust background in industrial AI and IoT platforms, Philomin previously served as Vice President and General Manager of Generative AI at Amazon, where he spearheaded the development of Amazon Bedrock, a platform for building scalable generative AI applications. “Vasi’s leadership at the intersection of AI, cloud, and industrial technology is uniquely aligned with Blackline’s mission to transform safety through connectivity and data-driven intelligence,” said Cody Slater, CEO and Chair of Blackline Safety. His prior work at Philips, innovating connected lighting solutions for landmarks like the Empire State Building, further highlights his ability to commercialize technology at scale.
Philomin’s appointment is poised to accelerate Blackline’s AI strategy, particularly in predictive safety and real-time situational awareness. “Blackline’s leadership in IoT-enabled safety — giving organizations the data they need to make better decisions — is truly inspiring,” said Philomin. His experience in scaling hardware-enabled SaaS (HeSaaS) platforms will support Blackline’s efforts to enhance worker protection and productivity through connected data. Blackline’s technology, including wearable devices and gas monitoring systems, processes over 286 billion data points, serving clients in more than 75 countries.
Holding over 100 U.S. patents and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Maryland, Philomin brings a wealth of technical expertise to Blackline. His leadership at Siemens focuses on expanding AI applications across industrial sectors, a skill set that will bolster Blackline’s development of next-generation safety services. This appointment positions Blackline to further its goal of zero safety incidents through advanced analytics and IoT-driven solutions.
Blackline Safety’s addition of Vasi Philomin to its Board marks a pivotal step in strengthening its AI and IoT capabilities. With his proven track record, Blackline is well-equipped to lead the charge in connected safety technology, ensuring safer workplaces worldwide.
Blackline Safety is a technology leader driving innovation in the industrial workforce through IoT (Internet of Things). With connected safety devices and predictive analytics, Blackline enables companies to drive towards zero safety incidents and improved operational performance. Blackline provides wearable devices, personal and area gas monitoring, cloud-connected software and data analytics to meet demanding safety challenges and enhance overall productivity for organizations with customers in more than 75 countries. Armed with cellular and satellite connectivity, Blackline provides a lifeline to tens of thousands of people, having reported over 286 billion data-points and initiated over eight million emergency alerts.
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