by Chris Luecke | Sep 19, 2023 | Digital Transformation, Diversity, Leadership, Podcast, Smart Manufacturing
Women have been advancing in the manufacturing workforce for some time, but what actions can leaders in the industry take to continue that trend? In this episode of Manufacturing Happy Hour, we are joined by Allison Grealis, President and Founder of Women in...
by Chris Luecke | Sep 12, 2023 | Digital Transformation, Operations, Podcast, Smart Manufacturing, Technology
Why don’t more young people want to get into manufacturing? This week’s Manufacturing Happy Hour guest, Terry Iverson, President & CEO of Iverson & Company, is the author of two fantastic books on the subject. His latest one, Inspiring Champions in Advanced...
by Chris Luecke | Sep 5, 2023 | Digital Transformation, Operations, Podcast, Smart Manufacturing, Technology
In the Navy, every minute of every day is measured and that measurement is called Speed of Advance. In layman’s terms, it means, “I’ve got a plan and where am I at in that plan?” But how does that relate to manufacturing? In this episode of Manufacturing Happy...
by Chris Luecke | Aug 29, 2023 | Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Education, Podcast, Recruitment
There’s no escaping AI and automation these days…but what’s the best way to integrate them into technical college curriculums and provide the next generation of manufacturing professionals with the education they need? Richard Barnhouse is the President of...
by Chris Luecke | Aug 22, 2023 | Education, Podcast, Recruitment
Manufacturing professionals have been talking about the skills gap for a long time now – but when will it finally close? While we don’t have a crystal ball on Manufacturing Happy Hour, we have a guest who comes close. Ann Wyatt, President and Agency Owner of Ann...
by Chris Luecke | Aug 15, 2023 | Artificial Intelligence, Podcast
Artificial intelligence is THE hot topic at the moment – no matter what industry you’re in. For manufacturers, it could be a game-changer if you have a great strategy. But how do you get started with AI? Well, you’re in luck with this episode of Manufacturing Happy...
by Chris Luecke | Aug 8, 2023 | Podcast, Smart Manufacturing
We know what you’re thinking…this episode title is against everything we stand for! But hear us out… “Manufacturing should be boring” may sound like the antithesis of this podcast but, as you listen, you’ll understand what this guest means. On this episode of...
by Chris Luecke | Aug 1, 2023 | Operations, Podcast, Smart Manufacturing, Supply Chain
What do golf, beer caps, and face masks have in common? It turns out this week’s guests on Manufacturing Happy Hour! Tether Golf Co-Founders Jesse Darley and Randy Koplin join the show to talk about their innovative new golf-inspired game and what it takes to get a...
by Chris Luecke | Jul 25, 2023 | Leadership, Podcast, Recruitment
You just can’t find the people these days, right? Anyone in the manufacturing, engineering, or construction industries knows that the top challenge right now is finding talent. There’s a shortage of willing and able workers in the U.S. – and immigration policies make...
by Chris Luecke | Jul 18, 2023 | Leadership, Podcast, Recruitment
More and more voices are being heard as the manufacturing community grows online. And while this can only be a good thing, it does make it tougher for individuals to be heard above the noise. In this episode, we welcomed James Soto, CEO of Industrial Strength...
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