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Manufacturing Hub

156 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratings

We bring you manufacturing news, insights, discuss opportunities, and cutting edge technologies. Our goal is to inform, educate, and inspire leaders and workers in manufacturing, automation, and related fields.

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Ep. 107 - Vatsal Shah of Litmus explains what it takes to create HIGH IMPACT SOLUTIONS.

April 13, 2023 20:58 - 1 hour - 65 MB

Vatsal Shah from Litmus Headquartered in San Jose, California., Litmus is the leading provider of unified Edge to Cloud platforms for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). With LoopEdge, users can collect data from any industrial system and manage and analyze it within milliseconds to make critical decisions right at the edge - next to industrial assets. This technology is disrupting the speed of analytics and how decisions are made with the convergence of vast data and AI. Hav...

Ep. 104.2 - [Francisco Carrión] We're building an Energy Monitoring Solution - Live Online!

April 10, 2023 17:46 - 1 hour - 79.2 MB

It's maybe the most dangerous thing that we can do. Online. We're going from a couple of configurations to data rolling through a dashboard! Join Dave and Vlad as Francisco Carrión helps us build an energy monitoring solution. We'll start out by saying that the technology stack is not the most important part of this build. We're using tools that we know - but you could just as easily swap in different hardware or use a platform that you currently own. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐞 𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠? Opto22 R...

Ep. 105 - [Clinton & Russell] How to make your Manufacturing Facility more Sustainable.

April 06, 2023 23:05 - 1 hour - 77.7 MB

Guest Bio - Clinton Hommel An individual who possesses strong problem-solving skills, great attention to detail, and an intense desire to produce high-caliber work regardless of the task at hand. Learning quickly without formal training or prior experience has proven valuable when working with new materials or equipment. An easygoing demeanor and strong interpersonal skills help to produce a well-rounded, challenge-driven individual capable of operating independently and who aspires...

Ep. 104 - [Ryan & Rebecca] Sustainable Energy for Manufacturing & Life - Data-Driven Sustainability.

March 31, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 160 MB

Guest Bio - Ryan Cahalane A transformative leader with a passion for driving growth through collaboration, innovation, and empowering the front line. Proven success in various environments, from Fortune 500 to consultancies to startups. ● Growth-focused leader with a consistent record of sustained, above-market performance ● Creative digital transformation and Industry 4.0 expert, adept at new business models ● Visionary in the viable application of modern and disruptive technolog...

Ep. 103 - [Dave Eifert] How to create a Data-Driven & Sustainable Enterprise

March 24, 2023 01:52 - 1 hour - 153 MB

Join Dave Eifert of Phoenix Contact as we talk about how to use the data you're collecting. We'll talk about the following: 1) What is Sustainability? 2) What does a Data-Driven Enterprise look like? 3) Who will lead the charge into the next generation of solutions? A big thank you to Phoenix Contact USA for sponsoring this theme and your continued support of the community. Manufacturing Hub Episode 103. Connect with Us Dave Eifert Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub S...

Ep. 102 - [Chris Misztur] A Non-Traditional path to delivering IIoT Solutions

March 17, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 140 MB

Guest Bio -  Chris Misztur Founder, Mr. IIoT Chris has a super interesting background, starting with working at facilities directly out of high school. We'll talk about his path to the dark side of IT. We'll also talk about his use of Open Source technologies and whether this will be our industry's future! Manufacturing Hub Episode 102. Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Chris Misztur Manufacturing Hub SolisPLC Profit by Design #manufacturing #automation #digital...

Ep. 101 - What we've learned IT/OT Convergence

March 16, 2023 16:31 - 1 hour - 159 MB

Is IT/OT Convergence inevitable? What Dave and Vlad have learned over the course of the IT/OT Convergence theme. What to hear more? Listen to Episodes 96, 97, 98, and 99. Manufacturing Hub Episode 101. Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub SolisPLC Profit by Design #manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation #engineering #iot

Ep. 100 - [Dave & Vlad] A Special Episode 100! Discussion of Exciting Moments in Manufacturing Hub.

March 10, 2023 00:38 - 1 hour - 190 MB

A look back at everything we (and our guests) have gotten right. What has changed in the last 100 episodes? What have we gotten wrong? Plus, a look into the future! Be sure to tune in for a fantastic and memorable event. Manufacturing Hub Episode 100. Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub SolisPLC Profit by Design #manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation #engineering #iot

Ep. 99 - [Bernd Raithel] The Importance of IT / OT Convergence for Manufacturing Leaders

March 03, 2023 01:31 - 1 hour - 146 MB

Guest Bio - Bernd Raithel from Siemens I'm committed to supporting customers' digitization journey to achieve new productivity levels. Through collaborative meetings and sharing of ideas, I help customers to use and understand current and future technologies and create plans to achieve their future goals. The comprehensive Siemens offerings for automation technology are an excellent basis to start future projects. Bernd Raithel joins us to discuss the importance of new technologies...

Ep. 98 - [Joseph Dolivo] Overcoming the challenges of Digital Transformation in IT OT Organizations

February 24, 2023 00:06 - 1 hour - 152 MB

Guest Bio - Joseph Dolivo from 4IR For more than a decade, Joseph has focused on modernizing manufacturing by intelligently adopting state-of-the-art technologies and principles from the software industry. Joseph is passionate about inspiring his team and customers with his experienced industry knowledge and deep-diving into technology. Having worked in various key consulting and decision-making roles, Joseph is the CTO of 4IR Solutions, turning "the Cloud" and "DevOps" into practic...

Ep. 97 - [Kevin Jones] Overcoming the Challenges of Digital Transformation in IT/OT Organizations

February 17, 2023 17:40 - 1 hour - 165 MB

Join Kevin Jones of Ectobox, Inc. as we discuss how the world has changed over the last 20 years and the challenges facing manufacturers today! Recommended Materials Connect with Us Kevin Jones Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub SolisPLC

Ep. 96 - [Kyle McMillan] Understanding & Securing your IT-OT Convergence!

February 10, 2023 17:58 - 1 hour - 136 MB

Guest Bio - Kyle McMillan Kyle has a background in Electrical Engineering & control systems. As his responsibilities at Siemens expanded to include industrial networks anda industrial cybersecurity, Kyle developed a passion for cybersecurity and a deep understanding of IT / OT challenges in manufacturing. As a product security officer at Siemens, Kyle is responsible for establishing best practices that protect internal systems and those of end-users of Siemens products. From open p...

Ep. 95 - [Vlad Romanov & Dave Griffith] Predictions for 2023 in Automation - IIoT, Industry 4.0, etc

February 10, 2023 15:25 - 1 hour - 184 MB

Join Dave and Vlad as we touch on some of the predictions we've heard over the past month of shows. Will AI talk over the world? Will we start paying people more? How long will this hot recruitment period last? Manufacturing Hub Episode 95. Be sure not to miss this great conversation. Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub Chapters ⏱️ 00:00 - 3:09 Introduction 3:10 - 6:30 The demand for automation professionals 6:31 - 11:48 Online vs. hands-on trainin...

Ep. 94 - [Alicia Gilpin & Nikki Gonzales] Future of the workforce Featuring Automation Ladies!

February 03, 2023 03:03 - 1 hour - 205 MB

Guest Bio - Alicia Gilpin Mechatronics Advocate, Technology Broker, Small Business Owner, Sales Engineer & Customer-centric process engineer (chemical engineering degree) turned instrumentation & controls engineer with a stint as a UL508a & UL698a panel shop manager. Safety-conscious, ambitious and reliable automation and process engineer with 10 years of experience in industrial manufacturing environments. Experience in industrial systems integration, Allen Bradley PLC programming,...

Ep. 93 - [Jim Gavigan] Using Data to make decisions in 2023 and beyond

January 27, 2023 00:53 - 1 hour - 173 MB

Guest Bio A problem solver with over 20 years of experience in various roles in automation, manufacturing, and data solutions. I have unique skills and experiences that allow me to be a consultant, coach, architect, mentor, or implementer as the need fits. From my start as an engineer doing automation work in industrial manufacturing through the founder of a data solutions company, my experiences help me bring insight into issues that industrial companies struggle with today. Join ...

Ep. 92 - [Sean Dotson] Automation Trends in 2023 Robotics No-Code Low-Code Programming Manufacturing

January 20, 2023 00:52 - 1 hour - 144 MB

Guest Bio Sean Dotson, PE is an experienced entrepreneur and C-suite executive. He currently serves as President of RND Automation, Florida’s largest manufacturer of custom robotic, assembly, and packaging machinery serving the medical device, durable and consumer goods markets. Sean also served as Chief Technology Officer of CAS Holdings, the parent company of RND Automation, i-Automation and PanelTek LLC. iAutomation is the east coast’s largest distributor of industrial devices an...

Bonus - Where to start listening to Manufacturing Hub

January 05, 2023 18:13 - 3 minutes - 3.19 MB

IoT Theme:  Ep. 67 Arlen Nipper  - https://share.transistor.fm/s/d97eacb0 Ep. 65 Ira Sharp  - https://share.transistor.fm/s/861a49e4 Ep. 66 Caleb Eastman  - https://share.transistor.fm/s/54a1f38d Ep. 64 Robert Tiffany - https://share.transistor.fm/s/47671700 Other Top Shows: Ep 59 Josh Varghese - https://share.transistor.fm/s/e105ad18 Ep. 29 Ali G - https://share.transistor.fm/s/ef648a24 SCADA and Industrial Data: Ep. 85 David Schultz - https://share.transistor.fm/s/5bfe773...

Ep. 90 - Rewind 2022 - Dave and Vlad's Review

December 29, 2022 19:26 - 1 hour - 154 MB

Rewind Manufacturing Hub Network 2022! More than 50 guests. A Dozen Themes. More than 70 hours of talking. Vladimir Romanov, MBA and Dave Griffith go through highlights of themes. Manufacturing lessons we learned. Plus we'll recap goals and talk about our plans for 2023! #manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation #engineering Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub Let Us Know What You Think If you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us...

Ep. 89 - [Ryan Kershaw] Demystifying Technical Sales in Manufacturing

December 23, 2022 01:35 - 1 hour - 165 MB

Guest Bio Business and technology professionals always look for a better mousetrap or method to solve an issue. Works with clients and colleagues to find lasting solutions to problems large and small. Always enjoys bringing different people and disciplines together to solve an issue or advance a strategy. Specialties: Industry 4.0, IIoT Implementation, Sales Management and Strategy, Implementation of Process Automation, Industrial Instrumentation, Personnel Management, Cost Reductio...

Ep. 88 - [John Harrington] Retrieving, Contextualizing, Processing and Managing Industrial Data

December 16, 2022 02:33 - 1 hour - 153 MB

Guest Bio I am passionate about delivering technology that improves productivity and safety in manufacturing and industrial environments. I have over 25 years of experience implementing technology solutions, working on both the technology supplier and factory operations sides. I held numerous roles, including business strategy, product management, sales, and consulting for industrial software companies.  I also held design, supply chain, and production responsibilities while managin...

Ep. 87 - [Tobey Strauch] Military to Manufacturing | Ins & Outs of SCADA Operations and Networking

December 09, 2022 00:31 - 1 hour - 115 MB

Guest Bio I am an industrial systems engineer with a bachelor of science in Electrical Engineering. I have 20 years of electrical experience managing industrial systems comprising MES, HMIs, PLCs, and SCADA systems.  I am not " just a programmer." I have an MBA in Operations Management. I have a Master's in Systems Engineering. I have cyber security knowledge. I have 8 years of experience as a network technician. I can write business plans, Justify return on investment. Manage contr...

Ep. 86 - [Phil Seboa] Industrial Automation - Challenges of Selling, Implementing, and Scaling SCADA

December 02, 2022 02:07 - 1 hour - 158 MB

Guest Bio Expanding my knowledge and experience through the Challenges of Electrical and Automation. Throughout my career, I have worked on the tools through my experience as a workshop administrator assisting with Electrical modifications of Electric Motors. To lead a sales team that assisted the Transformer manufacturing industry with solutions and accessories for High Voltage Transformers for the Australian Power Grid. To a Sales Engineer for Phoenix Contact Learning about Edge T...

Ep. 85 - [David Schultz] Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition SCADA Systems Industrial Automation

November 24, 2022 23:08 - 1 hour - 145 MB

Guest Bio My passion is using current and emerging technologies to overcome challenges and solve problems in manufacturing. With a background in business development, I am both commercially savvy and technically proficient. This combination enables me to articulate a value proposition and demonstrate the application of the underlying technology. I help companies develop and execute digital transformation and asset management strategies. I enable manufacturers to create a competitive...

Ep. 84 - [Greg McEntyre] Industrial Machine Vision Systems & Their Integration in Manufacturing

November 17, 2022 20:04 - 1 hour - 148 MB

Guest Bio I am a knowledgeable source of factory automation techniques when using machine vision systems, robotics, sensors, and non-contact measurement devices on production lines. My work has used the most influential brands of intelligent cameras, such as Cognex, Keyence, Banner, Omron, Matrox, Dalsa, and more. Most recently, my experience with the Elementary ML platform has shown me what machine learning vision systems can offer, and I am on a path to learning much about the nex...

Ep. 83 - [Michael Lewis] Defending your facilities ~ Secure your network from ransomware!

October 27, 2022 20:07 - 1 hour - 143 MB

Guest Bio IT professional eager to improve my knowledge in everything IT, whether it is servers, networking, or security. Goal-oriented and easy to work with. Huge proponent of team first and working well with others no matter the situation. Extreme Ownership is the framework at which I conduct myself in a professional environment. It is also a lifestyle that I attempt to carry out daily. After talking about how easy it is to break into your factory... Now it's time to determine ho...

Ep. 82 - [Grant Vandebrake] Offensive Cybersecurity ~ How to easily hack into your facility!

October 20, 2022 21:46 - 1 hour - 150 MB

Guest Bio Grant began his career at Phoenix Contact in 2013 after completing a bachelor's in Electrical Engineering. As he gained experience within industrial automation and one of the leading companies that supply automation equipment, he developed an interest in networks and security. Within a few years, Grant landed a key role within Phoenix Contact and is now responsible for the company's global network and cybersecurity initiatives. 𝐑𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 rundown! Grant joins us as we talk...

Ep. 79 - [Bobby Cole] Edge Field Integration, Solutions Manufacturers are Implementing

September 29, 2022 22:29 - 1 hour - 152 MB

Guest Bio Bobby Cole - "My passion for the Automation Engineering business translates into providing creative solutions for my customers. Every project is a new challenge that I take on with the objective of exceeding customer expectations. In 2004 I saw the need for an on-call high-talent automation service and project support provider and started PowerLab Control Technologies. The twelve-employee business grew until the asset sale of the corporation in 2010." Bobby Cole rejoins M...

Ep. 78 - [Yuri Chamarelli] Edge v. Cloud or Edge + Cloud?

September 23, 2022 00:22 - 1 hour - 135 MB

Guest Bio Automation Specialist and Digital Transformation (IIoT) consultant. With over 10 years of experience across different industries and Machine manufacturing. Those are just a few of the questions we're going to answer with Yuri Chamarelli! Manufacturing Hub Episode 78. A special thank you to Siemens for sponsoring this theme and for your continued support of the community. Connect with Us Yuri Chamarelli Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub Let Us Know What...

Ep. 76 - [Chris Liu] Introduction to Edge Devices, Siemens Ecosystem, IIoT Digital Transformation

September 15, 2022 23:59 - 1 hour - 145 MB

Guest Bio Innovative, hard-working, and self-driven Product Manager equipped with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and 7 years of experience in R&D, manufacturing, marketing, customer support, and product management.  Possessed with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and compliance requirements, and extensive experience in project management, customer relationship, technical support, etc...

Ep. 77 - [Chris Liu] Introduction to Edge Devices, Siemens Ecosystem, IIoT Digital Transformation

September 15, 2022 23:59 - 1 hour - 145 MB

Guest Bio Innovative, hard-working, and self-driven Product Manager equipped with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and 7 years of experience in R&D, manufacturing, marketing, customer support, and product management.  Possessed with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and compliance requirements, and extensive experience in project management, customer relationship, technical support, etc...

Ep. 76 - [Max Krug & David Crysler] Understanding Operational Excellence & the Role in Manufacturing

September 09, 2022 13:46 - 1 hour - 166 MB

Guest Bio David Crysler - "My passion for helping business leaders comes from growing up in an entrepreneurial household. Both of my parents have owned and continue to own their own businesses. Growing up in that environment taught me many valuable lessons, including what it meant to work hard in your business. It was an easy lesson to learn because I saw it every day. My parents would regularly leave before my school day started and come home well into the evening. We also spent a ...

Ep. 75 - [Sarah Scudder & Nikki Gonzales] Supply Chain Status in Manufacturing / Product Shortages

September 02, 2022 14:20 - 58 minutes - 108 MB

Guest Bio Sarah Scudder is a self-proclaimed supply chain nerd. Sarah hosts a monthly Voice of Supply Chain show that features people in the supply chain doing extraordinary things. She also hosts several other shows and is a marketing and supply chain podcast regular. Nikki Gonzales - I am passionate about the future of work, especially when it comes to the role of automation, robotics, and data science/artificial intelligence in changing our world. I help distributors of industri...

Ep. 74 - [Hayder Schneider] How to Successfully Bring Disruptive Technology to Manufacturing

August 25, 2022 18:29 - 1 hour - 112 MB

Guest Bio Hayder is a corporate intrapreneur and transformation leader who likes to solve tough problems using technology, digital innovation, and high-performing teams. Along his journey, he advanced jet propulsion by supercomputing, helped in the discovery of better materials with scientific machine-learning, and has been future-proofing manufacturing and supply chain by IoT/AI platform technology. He is particularly passionate about leading cross-functional teams that build prod...

Ep. 73 - [John Piller & Zachary Stank] Round Table Debate: On-Site Safety.

August 18, 2022 19:25 - 1 hour - 149 MB

Guest Bios Zachary Stank is an Experienced product marketing manager with a demonstrated history of working in the industrial automation industry. Strong operations professional skilled in safety engineering, automation, edge platforms, product development, traditional and new media marketing, and product training. John Piller is a Husband and Dad that works as a controls engineer, energy use analyst, and small business owner. He balances time with his family while mentoring his f...

Ep. 72 - [Jordan Humphreys] Current career landscape of automation careers high demand & opportunity

August 12, 2022 00:17 - 1 hour - 160 MB

Guest Bio Jordan Humphreys specializes in manufacturing and engineering talent recruiting. He’s well connected and highly resourceful in the talent sourcing space. On the client-side, Jordan works with small to large companies that require highly specialized individuals. Some of these clients include system integration firms, engineering contractors, manufacturing plants, corporate offices, and more. On the end-user side, Jordan is active in the engineering community and provides gu...

Ep. 71 - [Brandon Zink] Modern Manufacturing Leveraging Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence

August 04, 2022 20:53 - 1 hour - 145 MB

Guest Bio Industrial Programmer with a BS in Computer Science. Focus on custom full-stack Ignition/Perspective development for large-scale applications, specializing in Python and SQL. Experience in Ignition 8.1 Perspective | Canary Labs | SQL | Python | MES. Main Discussion Points Career in Automation with a Computer Science Background - Challenges and Opportunities. Establishing Modern Enterprise Architecture Best Practices. Technological Opportunities in Manufacturing - MES, ...

Ep. 70 - [Jaco Markwat] Modern Enterprise Architecture Distributor Approach Digital Transformation

July 29, 2022 01:48 - 1 hour - 150 MB

Guest Bio Jaco spent 15 years in industrial software distribution, leading sales and marketing teams. Passionate about building communities and leading the team at Element8, Jaco and the other co-founders strive to deliver intuitive technologies to Industry. Main Discussion Points Approaching Digital Transformation from a Distributor Standpoint. Establishing Modern Enterprise Architecture Best Practices. Challenges and Opportunities in the South African Market. Theme: Modern En...

Ep. 69 - [Graeme Welton & Jeff Knepper] Modern Enterprise Architecture - Challenges & Opportunities

July 22, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 153 MB

Guest Bio Jeff Knepper - I help Canary clearly communicate the benefits of the Canary system, oversee the system integrator partners' network, and ensure we always keep our pricing as low as possible.  I’ve learned a lot managing teams over the past 20 years, and I hope to learn a bit more every day. I really enjoy collaboration and love being surrounded by men and women that always are reaching for the next win.  Outside of the office I focus on being a dad and husband. Our family ...

Ep. 68 - [Graeme Welton & Jeff Knepper] Modern Enterprise Architecture, Data Driven Decision Making

July 15, 2022 03:20 - 1 hour - 144 MB

Guest Bio Jeff Knepper - I help Canary clearly communicate the benefits of the Canary system, oversee the network of system integrator partners, and make sure we always keep our pricing as low as possible.  I’ve learned a lot managing teams over the past 20 years, and every day I hope I learn a bit more. I really enjoy collaboration and love being surrounded by men and women that always are reaching for the next win.  Outside of the office I focus on being a dad and husband. Our fam...

Ep. 67 - [Arlen Nipper | Co-Inventor of MQTT] IIoT & How We Connect Industrial Devices.

July 08, 2022 11:45 - 1 hour - 145 MB

Guest Bio Arlen is the co-Inventor of MQTT – The leading protocol for IoT( Internet of Things), specializing in Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and SCADA software solutions. With over 40 years of experience in the SCADA & IIoT industry, Arlen has broad experience covering the design and manufacture of embedded computer systems to complete SCADA system infrastructure implementations for many companies. A leading expert on MQTT involved in many activities including published arti...

Ep. 66 - [Caleb Eastman] Internet of Things Deep Dive, What are we doing Wrong? Ties to Robotics

July 01, 2022 02:18 - 1 hour - 166 MB

Guest Bio Caleb Eastman is both a seasoned, scrappy business bootstrapper and former Head of Product for a Silicon Valley venture-backed startup. He is a trusted advisor to both Fortune 500 companies and exciting startups in North America. He is a consummate systems engineer, thinker, and prolific inventor. Caleb has an obsession with understanding how the most innovative technologies can work together to usher in true change for our species. He has applied his systems thinking to p...

Ep. 65 - [Ira Sharp] Internet of Things Deep Dive, Understanding Key Opportunities and Challenges

June 23, 2022 18:57 - 1 hour - 139 MB

Guest Bio Ira is an accomplished 15+ year leader of sales and marketing teams, brand developer, marketing strategist, and IIoT thought leader. As a sales and marketing leader, Ira has launched 20+ new products and technologies. Through this experience, he has an extensive understanding of market evaluation, channel development, product pricing, persona development, sales goal setting, and budget & campaign management.  A recent example is PLCnext, an “open” control system for the in...

Ep. 64 - [Rob Tiffany] Internet of Things introduction from someone who was there at the beginning!

June 16, 2022 17:19 - 1 hour - 183 MB

Guest Bio Rob Tiffany is a technology executive, digital strategist and U.S. Navy Submarine veteran. A bestselling author, podcaster, and keynote speaker, his thought leadership ranges from the Internet of Things to Sustainability to Mobile. He’s designed and developed software used by the world’s largest organizations. Main Discussion Points How did IIoT / IoT change in the last decade? What opportunities do we see in IIoT technology? Driving sustainability through IIoT initiat...

Ep. 63 - [Jason Azevedo] Employee First Private Equity in Manufacturing, Reshoring & Upskilling

June 09, 2022 18:29 - 1 hour - 128 MB

Guest Bio Jason Azevedo has had his heart in business development since an early age, starting a very successful apparel company that grew from humble garage beginnings to annual gross billings of over a million dollars at age 15. By 18 Jason was doing millions in business with Starbucks, Nike, Disney, Marvel, Volkswagen, Audi, Lucas films, Dodgers, and countless NBA teams. In 2009, Jason co-founded Advoque, one of the only US-based manufacturers located in Silicon Valley, Californi...

Ep. 62 - [Sean Murray] Empowering the Workforce in North America, Reshoring with Bright Machines

May 27, 2022 17:25 - 1 hour - 126 MB

Guest Bio A senior executive with experience driving business transformation and commercial growth. A successful developer of high-value Customer Success, Customer Experience, and Aftermarket business organizations. A passionate advocate for manufacturers and advanced manufacturing. A strong communicator with the unique skills required to identify and deliver value. Sales leader with a proven track record building and growing high-achieving solutions sales teams. Insightful business...

Ep. 61 - [Adam Montoya] Leveraging Technology for Reshoring, Empowering the Workforce

May 19, 2022 22:33 - 1 hour - 152 MB

Guest Bio Adam Montoya is a manufacturing and engineering expert, known for his ability to accelerate business, with two decades of experience. At Bright Machines he leads a world-class team devoted to evaluating and implementing automation on today’s factories, directly addressing customer pain-points and revealing new market opportunities. He spent 10 years at Flex, leading the Manufacturing Technology and Automation team and prior to this held several positions at Solectron. Mai...

Ep. 60 - [Harry Moser] Reshoring, Challenges and Opportunities, Workforce Shortages

May 12, 2022 18:29 - 1 hour - 121 MB

Guest Bio Inductee to Industry Week's Manufacturing Hall of Fame 2010 (http://www.industryweek.com/iw-manufacturing-hall-fame/2010-iw-manufacturing-hall-fame/gallery?slide=5) for service to the industry via the Reshoring Initiative and skilled workforce development. Participated actively in President Obama’s 1/11/12 Insourcing Forum at the White House. Credited by the U.S. Commerce Dept. Chief Economist for launching the reshoring trend. Developed the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) E...