Dirck Schou is CEO of Taqtile, an Augmented Reality work instruction and collaboration software provider creating the tools of tomorrow to improve processes and workflows, train the next generation of hands-on workers, and eliminate the barriers between machine and operator, location, and time. Taqtile’s core offering is Manifest®, an AR work instruction software platform that helps enterprises train and upskills personnel, wherever they may be. Manifest® is used worldwide across many industries, including defense, manufacturing, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, utilities, transportation, and others.

Dirck has spent his career creating and building technology teams and companies that empower a competitive edge, fuel growth in people and business, and inspire a culture where people have fun and make a difference.  With strengths in starting and growing businesses, Dirck is passionate about designing and delivering new solutions to old problems, enabling business continuity and growth, and positively impacting people and industries.

 Dirck lives with his wife and family on Bainbridge Island, Washington.