Sara Wissmueller Named Phillips Connect VP of IT

Sara Wissmueller Named Phillips Connect VP of IT

Irvine, CA (August 8, 2023) – Phillips Connect is pleased to announce Sara Wissmueller has joined the company as vice president of information technology. 

Wissmueller’s visionary approach to IT strategy will continue to strengthen Phillips Connect’s technological infrastructure. Her efforts will support our current initiatives of capturing industry-leading data and delivering significant value to our customers. Her strategy aligns technology initiatives with the company’s broader business objectives, ensuring seamless integration and maximizing the impact of IT investments. 

Wissmueller is a results-oriented executive with a strategic vision on how to advance and accelerate company growth by leveraging technology. Sara has repeated success at multiple industry leading organizations, including as vice president of corporate infrastructure for Verizon Connect, formerly Telogis. Her experience in building IT organizations into highly effective and cohesive working groups will bring tangible benefits as Phillips Connect continues to evolve. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Sara to the Phillips Connect team. Her expertise will be instrumental as we continue to introduce innovative solutions to the industry,” emphasized Rob Phillips, CEO, and founder. “Her guidance will be key in leading us through an ever-evolving IT landscape.”

Wissmueller is a California resident. She obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Information Systems and Accounting from the University of Wisconsin and a Masters in Business Administration from Marquette University.

About Phillips Connect

Phillips Connect takes telematics light-years beyond basic GPS tracking by combining the industry’s most advanced connected asset solutions for trailers, chassis, and containers with a variety of sensors including brake, tire pressure, and light sensors, among others. Its products are seamlessly integrated with the Connect1 user interface, giving fleet managers the information they need to turn their assets faster and maximize driver productivity.

Phillips Connect has developed industry IoT sensor connection technology that is widely used in the freight industry. Phillips Connect is truly transforming the industry and continues to do so by keeping drivers in the seat and their cargo safe. The products are designed to improve overall safety and security, reduce costs in fleet maintenance, and dramatically enhance fleet asset utilization. Phillips Connect is a stand-alone company within the Phillips Technologies Group portfolio of companies. Visit phillips-connect.com for more information. 

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