Richard Stinson

Richard Stinson

Senior Manager of Predictive Insights TC Energy

Richard Stinson currently serves as the Senior Manager of Predictive Insights in the Facilities Reliability & Integrity group at TC Energy. In his role, Richard leads the development and implementation of advanced systems that utilize real-time industrial data to enhance the reliability and performance of critical energy infrastructure across 11.3M HP including 1000+ compression units spanning all of North America. His work involves building out sophisticated analytics to create significant value for the business, ensuring the company's assets are monitored and optimized effectively.

With a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Richard began his career in a leading industrial turbine manufacturing company, where he served in various positions, including Field Service Representative, Regional Field Engineer, and Account Manager. During his tenure, he developed a deep understanding of machinery operation and maintenance, troubleshooting complex technical issues, optimizing turbine performance, and customer service skills. These roles allowed him to successfully manage key client relationships and contribute to strategic business growth.

At TC Energy, Richard's journey commenced as a Reliability Engineer, serving the Pacific Northwest, and quickly progressed to his current position. His commitment to engineering excellence and his forward-thinking approach to asset management make him a valuable contributor to the ongoing conversation about advanced analytics and AI in the industrial sector.

Richard is dedicated to advancing the use of AI and machine learning in the industrial space, leveraging layers of integrated analytics and visualization to support the successful development, implementation, and sustainment of these technologies. His expertise and leadership are instrumental in driving innovation and ensuring TC Energy remains at the forefront of the industry.

Main Conference Day 1 - February 24, 2026

9:40 AM Panel Discussion: Build, Buy or Both? Future-Proofing AI

  • Explore the importance of your partnership strategy aligning with your business needs and operational realities, while also integrating into your data foundation and architecture
  • Evaluating build vs. buy decisions by weighing speed, cost and long-term control
  • Leveraging partnerships and hybrid models to overcome talent shortages, accelerate innovation, and balance scalability with ownership
  • Learn how to evaluate the trade-offs between rapid deployment and long-term control to provide insights on when buying accelerates outcomes and when building ensures strategic flexibility  

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Richard.

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