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Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMACybersecurity Threats and Defenses for Manufacturers, Mike Brattain, Systems X, E806Mike Brattain, account executive at Systems X, joined host Dean Phillips on the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast to discuss cybersecurity in the manufacturing space. Mike emphasized the critical need for businesses to adopt a proactive approach to cybersecurity rather than relying on outdated, reactive measures. He noted key industry challenges, including weak security infrastructure and a lack of compliance initiatives among many manufacturers. With 59% of manufacturers still using outdated security measures, he stressed that cybersecurity is no longer just an IT problem but a business imperative. Mike and Dean discussed the role of compliance frameworks that not...2025-06-2322 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA District Leadership Edition—Perry Hytken and Tom Kelly, PMA TennesseeIn this special edition episode, host Dean Phillips welcomes PMA Tennessee District Chair Perry Hytken and Education Chair Tom Kelly. Dean, Perry and Tom discuss a variety of topics in this episode about the growth of the district over the years, partnerships that have been created and the impact the district has made on the local manufacturing community. Key Topics Discussed: Reshoring Opportunities: Discover how the industry is preparing for manufacturing work transitioning back from Mexico, creating growth opportunities. Scholarships and Education: Gain insight into collaborative efforts with education partners, including Tennessee Tech, Middle T...2025-06-0915 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAE0805 - Tom Alongi, UHYJoin host Dean Phillips on the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast as he speaks with Tom Alongi, partner at UHY. They discuss how disruption is reshaping the future of U.S. manufacturing. From lessons learned during COVID-19 to the impacts of geopolitical turbulence, Tom highlights key factors pushing businesses to rethink supply chains, adopt cutting-edge technology and attract skilled talent. Discover how reshoring, nearshoring, and advanced investments in areas like AI, automation, and clean energy are turning challenges into opportunities. Tom also shares insights into high-growth industries like aerospace, medical devices, and chip manufacturing, while emphasizing the importance...2025-05-2632 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAE0804 - Mike Vohland, PMA/MetalForming MagazineThis episode dives into the challenges and opportunities that define the manufacturing landscape today. Dean and Mike discussed: Automation Revolution: Discover how automation is not just a tool for maximizing efficiency but a necessity in the face of labor shortages and increasing demands. Fabrication in Focus: How manufacturers are using innovation to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry. Valuable Resources: Learn about MetalForming Magazine and PMA's commitment to supporting manufacturers with expert knowledge, events and custom training. About the Guest: Mike Vohland, VP of Sales/Publisher, Precision Metalforming Association/MetalForming Magazine Mike Vo...2025-05-1224 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAEP0803 - Mike Devereux, WipfliHost Dean Phillips is joined by Mike Devereaux from Wipfli for a deep dive into the future of manufacturing, navigating economic uncertainty, and key tax strategies that could impact your business in 2025 and beyond. From R&D tax credit to critical tax law changes, Mike breaks it all down to help you stay ahead.2025-04-2924 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA District Leadership Edition –Tom Boss, PMA Chicago“…A partner in shaping the future of our company and our industry." In this special PMA District Leadership episode of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast, host Dean Phillips welcomes Tom Boss, Senior Manager at Termax Corporation and Past Chair of PMA’s Chicago District. Tom shares his forward-looking perspective on the next five years in manufacturing, stressing the need for flexibility in response to shifting policies, trade impacts and continued supply-chain disruption. What excites Tom most is the momentum building in the Chicago District. With new board members, increased engagement, and a growing list of plant t...2025-04-2907 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA District Leadership Edition – Mike Wine, PMA Southern New England“…Strong relationships, strategic adaptation and collaboration are key to thriving in today’s fast-moving manufacturing world…” In this special PMA District Leadership episode of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast, host Dean Phillips speaks with Mike Wine, Project Manager at Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, and Director of the PMA Southern New England District. With nearly a decade at Ulbrich, Mike shares his five-year outlook on the manufacturing industry, and the district’s focus to support PMA members’ rapid shift in customer expectations, and the critical role of embracing new technologies such as additive manufacturing and AI. He d...2025-04-2515 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA District Leadership Edition – Manny Resendes, PMA New England“We all have a part to play in building the future workforce.” In this special PMA District Leadership episode of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast, host Dean Phillips sits down with Manny Resendes, Engineering and Tool Room Manager at Larson Tool & Stamping Company, and Chair of the PMA New England District. Manny shares his inspiring journey into manufacturing, sparked at age 14 during a trade school visit where he first discovered machining. He discusses the urgent need to backfill the retiring workforce by engaging the next generation—especially through trade schools, co-ops and programs like SkillsUSA, a major...2025-04-2111 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA District Leadership Edition – Salvador Ramirez, PMA Mexico“…Adaptation, education and collaboration will shape the destiny of manufacturing across borders.” In this special PMA District Leadership edition of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast, host Dean Phillips welcomes Salvador Ramirez, VP and General Manager of Pridgeon & Clay’s Mexico operations, and director of the PMA Mexico District. Salvador shares his five-year outlook on manufacturing and vision for the newly formed PMA district, established in 2024, identifying major challenges such as volatile material supply chains, rapid technological change and the urgent need to develop the next generation of skilled workers. He emphasizes the growing role of AI and da...2025-04-1512 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA District Leadership Edition – Philip Chacko, PMA East Michigan“…If we want this industry to thrive, it starts at the community level." In this special PMA District Leadership episode of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast, host Dean Phillips is joined by Philip Chacko of Dallas Industries and Vice Chair of PMA’s East Michigan District. Philip shares how the district is experiencing a resurgence, with a renewed focus on meaningful events, student outreach and creating strong industry connections. From a successful automotive industry forecast and auto show tour to exciting plans for engaging with FIRST Robotics, Philip is helping shape a district that brings value to members while inspiring the nex...2025-04-1018 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAEP0802 - Joe Barr, Mursix CorporationJoin Dean Phillips as he sits down with Joe Barr, plant manager at Mursix Corporation, to discuss the future of the industry. They explore the resurgence of manufacturing in the U.S., the impact of workforce shifts and the role of AI and technology in training and process improvements. Joe shares insights on closing the skills gap, the importance of vocational education, and how new generations are reshaping the industry.2025-02-0427 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMASteve Metzman, iBusiness TechnologiesIn this episode of The Destiny of Manufacturing Podcast, host Dean Phillips sits down with Steve Netsman, Founder and CEO of iBusiness Technologies, to explore how digital learning platforms like The Connected Apprentice are revolutionizing workforce training. They discuss the evolving expectations of apprentices and employers, the role of AI in manufacturing, and how technology is streamlining education and onboarding.2025-01-3123 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAFABTECH Special: On the Show Floor with Dean PhillipsDean Phillips, Director of Technical Training at the Precision Metalforming Association, discusses his role with PMA, the technical training offerings at PMA, including in-plant and virtual training, as well as upcoming technical training programs including the PMA Metal Stamping Technology Conference coming up in Nashville in January 2025. Dean joined the PMA staff as director of technical training in May 2024. Prior to this, he was heavily involved with PMA Tennessee District, served on the PMA safety committee, and was a contributor to MetalForming magazine. Dean has been an active member of the forming and fabricating community for t...2024-11-1516 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAFABTECH Special: On the Show Floor with Chris ZuzickChris Zuzick is the Vice President at Waukesha Metal Products and spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.2024-10-2115 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAFABTECH Special: On the Show Floor with Ben McGuireBen McGuire is the Vice President of Sales at Amada Press System America and spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.2024-10-2107 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAFABTECH Special: On the Show Floor with Randy KishRandy Kish PMA's membership engagement manager and spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.2024-10-2118 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAFABTECH Special: On the Show Floor with Jake Hall and David KlotzJake Hall, aka The Manufacturing Millennial, and David Klotz, president at PMA, spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.2024-10-2122 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAFABTECH Special: On the Show Floor with Adrian LittleAdrian Little is the President at JETechnology Solutions, Inc. and spoke with Brad Kuvin at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.2024-10-2117 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAFABTECH Special: On the Show Floor with Mike StratisMike Stratis is the Vice President of Sales at Fastfeed Corporation and a district officer for PMA's Cleveland District. He spoke with Randy Kish at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.2024-10-2119 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAFABTECH Special: On the Show Floor with Lisa RyanLisa is the Founder and Chief Appreciation Strategist at Grategy and host of the Manufacturers' Network Podcast. She spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.2024-10-2112 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAFABTECH Special: On the Show Floor with Brock StrunkBrock Strunk is the Chief Engineer at Epic Aircraft, LLC and spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.2024-10-2111 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAFABTECH Special: On the Show Floor with Adam BriggsAdam Briggs is the President and COO of Trans-Matic Mfg. Co and spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.2024-10-2110 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0725 - Drew Allen - Grace TechnologiesPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0725 - Drew Allen - Grace Technologies2024-10-0827 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0724 - Larry Dickens - NASGPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0724 - Larry Dickens - NASG2024-10-0325 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0723 - Art Hedrick - DieologyPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0723 - Art Hedrick - Dieology2024-09-3026 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0722 - Jason Vanzin - Right Hand Technology GroupPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0722 - Jason Vanzin - Right Hand Technology Group2024-09-2423 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0721 - Gregg Boucher - Ulbrich PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0721 - Gregg Boucher - Ulbrich PMA Gregg Boucher COO Ulbrich Chairman PMA Gregg Boucher, Group Chief Operating Officer of Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, has risen to the top through unwavering commitment and strategic acumen. He first joined Ulbrich in 1986 as a Field Sales Representative. In just three years, he became General Manager of the firm’s west coast service center. Next, he helped lead Ulbrich's push into the Asian markets, where the firm currently has a sales office in Shanghai, China. Eventually, Gre...2024-09-1826 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0720 - Donna Peterson - World InnovatorsPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0720 - Donna Peterson - World Innovators As a passionate advocate for leveraging technology in marketing, my mission is to inspire B2B industrial brands to unlock their potential using innovative Al solutions like ChatGPT. With over 20 years of experience in media buying, strategic email marketing, and content creation, l've helped numerous businesses enhance their marketing strategies and achieve consistent growth. Throughout my career, l've consistently delivered results by combining traditional and new marketing tactics with a deep understanding of the industrial sector. I specialize in: Al-Powered Marketing Solutions - Implementing...2024-09-1222 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0719 - David Klotz - PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0719 - David Klotz - PMA PMA Support www.pma.org David C. Klotz, President, Precision Metalforming Association. An active PMA member for 25 years, Klotz is already well known within the association. He comes to PMA after serving as president and as Executive vice president of sales and marketing for Tebis America Senior manager of Plex (formerly Plex Systems, Inc.) Automotive & Industrial Mid-Market eight years Manager at Dallas Industries, Inc., for 12 years. Klotz has served as a member of PMA’s Board of Direc...2024-09-0532 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0718 - Aaron Wiegel - WiegelPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0718 - Aaron Wiegel - Wiegel Aaron talks about technology and growing up in manufacturing! Aaron Wiegel was born into manufacturing. His grandfather founded Wiegel Tool Works (WTW) in 1941. Aaron started working at Wiegel Tool Works packaging parts while he was in grade school and later working in multiple departments. He attended Purdue University to study Mechanical Engineering and later transferred to Northern Illinois University where he received his Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Technology. Aaron officially joined WTW in January 2001 and over the years learned the ins and outs of the...2024-07-3128 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0717 - Ed Potoczak - SoftExpertPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0717 - Ed Potoczak - SoftExpert Ed Potoczak worked for an automotive OEM and several Tier I, II, and III suppliers over 20 years in the areas of engineering, quality, program management, and sales. He has also served manufacturers for 25 years as a consultant and implementer of ERP, Quality Management and Business Process Management systems. Currently, Ed is Leader of Solution Engineering and Partner Developmentat SoftExpert Software. He and his colleagues enjoy working to deliver Quality, Compliance, and Business Process Automation solutions which complement ERP and payroll, and usually replace a...2024-07-2323 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0716 - Larry Pomerleau - CTECSPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0716 - Larry Pomerleau - CTECS Larry discusses Apprenticeship, Vocational Schools, WFD and much more. Precision Machining Technology Department Head / Teacher at Oliver Wolcott Technical Highschool. Larry started his career as an apprentice Tool & Die maker and completing my 8,000 hour apprenticeship to become a journeyman Tool & Die Maker. While working as a full time Tool & Die Maker he attended college in the evenings and completed his Associated degree in Manufacturing Engineering and further on to a Bachelors degree from University of Bridgeport. He started teaching the machining trade at my current location in 2004.2024-07-1624 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Destiny Mfg EP 0715 - Omar Nashashibi - Franklin PartnershipOmar Nashashibi joins Destiny of Manufacturing to discuss policies and politics in order to maximize Metalforming opportunities. Omar S. Nashashibi is a Founding Partner with The Franklin Partnership, a bipartisan lobbying firm based in Washington, D.C. The Precision Metalforming Association retained Omar’s firm to be the voice of the industry in Washington in 2002. Omar has twenty years of experience working with policymakers, politicians, and the media. He lobbies the White House, members of Congress and government agencies who issue thousands of new laws and regulations each year. Before founding his own firm in 2005, Omar worked fo...2024-05-3023 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing EP 714 Paul Nathanson - BracewellDestiny of Manufacturing EP 714 Paul Nathanson is a senior principal at Bracewell LLP and a partner in the firm's Policy Resolution Group. Based out of Bracewell’s Washington office, Paul provides strategic communications support to corporate, non-profit and trade association clients on a broad range of issues, including (partial list) manufacturing, trade, energy, environment and consumer products. Paul has worked on manufacturing and trade issues for more than 25 years. He was retained by the Precision Metalforming Association(PMA) and other trade associations to lead the advocacy efforts in the successful campaign to terminate the Section 201 Steel Tariffs that...2024-04-0430 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMATodd Wenzel - TCRDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0713 - Todd Wenzel - TCR Todd Wenzel is president of TCR Integrated Stamping Systems, Nekoosa, WI. TCR provides consulting on all types of metal stamping, along with sales and turnkey installations of capital equipment for hand-fed, progressive-die and transfer stamping applications. TCR also provides complete after the sale service for metal stampers such as refresher training, annual Pm inspection, ongoing electrical and mechanical service up to and including complete refurbishment of stamping presses and coil lines. Wenzel has been a technical speaker for the Precision Metalforming Association for more than t...2024-03-2825 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAMary Pramik - PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0712 - Mary Pramik - PMA Mary Pramik Workforce Development Manager, Precision Metalforming Association Prior to joining PMA in January 2023, Mary spent 3 years as the program specialist in the workforce development department at the Education Service Center of NEO. She worked closely with the workforce development team in identifying, coordinating, and delivering high-quality networks, programs, and services for Northeast Ohio educators. Previously, she worked at Baldwin Wallace University as program coordinator in the professional development department. She was instrumental in the development and coordination of original learning pr...2024-03-2123 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0711 - Scott Rieg - PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0711 - Scott Rieg - PMA Scott is a training specialist with PMA and helps companies meet their workforce objectives. Scott Rieg joined the Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) as technical training manager in June 2023. In this position, Rieg performs onsite and in-house training sessions, webinars and workshops. He also assists in creating, facilitating and implementing technical metalforming skills training to meet the needs of PMA members and the industry. A tool and die maker by trade, Rieg has more than 40 years of experience in the t...2024-03-1324 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0710 - Stephanie Ingalls - Dayton RogersDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0710 - Stephanie Ingalls - Dayton Rogers Stephanie is the Executive Director of Human Resources for Dayton Rogers Manufacturing, a metal stamping & fabrication company located out of their South Carolina location. May of 2024 will mark her 14 years with the company. She has held many different titles in her time, including; Production Planner, General Manager, and Corporate Culture Trainer. Stephanie has landed coverage in print and broadcast outlets around Columbia, including Metal Forming Magazine, the City of Economic Development Broadcast, and is a...2024-03-0627 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0709 - Mike Ingalls - Dayton RogersDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0709 - Mike Ingalls - Dayton Rogers Mike is the Executive Director of Operations for Dayton Rogers Manufacturing Co., a metal stamping and fabrication company. Dayton Rogers is headquartered out of Minneapolis, MN. Founded in 1929, Dayton Rogers has provided quality stampings and fabrications to a multitude of industries for 95 years. Over the 6 years Mike has spent with Dayton Rogers, he has held many positions; Purchasing Manager, Quality Manager, Manufacturing Manager, and Operations Manager, and General Manager. Mike has a passion for metal stamping, metal forming, and fabrication. In his...2024-02-2826 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAMike Vohland - PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0708 - Mike Vohland - PMA Mike is the VP of Sales and Publishing. His knowledge of trends and benchmarking help companies to leverage formation for solutions.2024-02-2225 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMALaurie Harbour -Harbour ResultsDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0707 - Laurie Harbour -Harbour Results Laurie Harbour President and CEO, Harbour Results, Inc. As President and CEO of Harbour Results Inc., Laurie Harbourleads a team of analysts and manufacturing consultants to help small- to medium- sized manufacturers develop short- and long-term strategies, improve their operations, reduce risks and optimize business. Spending most of her life around the manufacturing industry, she utilized her experience and knowledge to found HRI in 2005. Since that time, Laurie has been responsible for developing both the consulting services and targeted t...2024-01-2429 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0706 - Lisa Ryan - GrategyDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0706 - Lisa Ryan - Grategy Lisa Ryan, CSP, is Chief Appreciation Strategist at Grategy. She is aCertified Speaking Professional, an award-winning speaker, and author of eleven books. Through her speaking, consulting and training, Lisa helps organizations keep their top talent from becoming someone else’s. When she’s not on stage, you’ll find Lisa creating acrylic art,gathering with family members on Zoom, or catering to the demands of her two very spoiled cats, Tinkerbell and Simba. Please welcome, from Cleveland, Ohio, sp...2024-01-1831 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0705 - Marion Wells - Human Asset ManagementDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0705 - Marion Wells - Human Asset Management Marion Wells is a Predictive Index certified talent specialist and the founder of Human Asset Management (HAM), whose expertise focuses on providing talent optimization services using predictive index science- based methodologies. HAM offers clients an incredible breadth and depth of experience using continuous improvement process tools to drive change and align their business strategies with their people strategies to achieve optimal business results. HAM’s strategies result in manufacturing clients building and strengthening their talent pipeline, their organization, and their customer relat...2024-01-1129 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0704 Mark GiertychDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0704 Mark Giertych - Gakuto Club Mark Giertych - Technical Training Specialist for GennFlex / Gakuto Club talks about how new training programs focusing on technology and industrial science can fill the void in our industry. Mark Giertych is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in repair technology and robotics integration. Based in Wheeling, Illinois, Mark's journey began with four years as a repair technician specializing in servo and spindle drives for various CNC machines. In 2021, Mark transitioned into robotics, acquiring training through the Yaskawa Academy. Since then, he h...2023-11-3026 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0703 - Drew Crowe - The MFGDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0703 - Drew Crowe - The MFG2023-11-2831 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0702 - Scott Prince - TowerDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0702 - Scott Prince - Tower Scott brings his insight into using AI and how technologies are improving using technology. Scott Prince is the President & CEO at Tower Metalworking Fluids in Chicago, Illinois. Scott has more than 33 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, holding numerous positions in operations, sales, and executive management. Tower Metalworking Fluids is an Employee-Owned company specializing in developing, formulating, and manufacturingadvanced metalforming fluids, machining coolants, tube bending gels, rust preventatives, and cleaners for a variety of processes including but not limited to...2023-10-1127 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0701 - Bill Adler - Stripmatic ProductsDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0701 - Bill Adler - Stripmatic Products Bill Adler discusses how technology has changed stripmatic and how it will shape the future. What new changes you need to prepare for in automotive supply chain. Why robotic welding has been a game changer. Bill Adler- President Stripmatic Products, Inc. (Since 1992) PMA National Chairman 1993 Miami University BSBA 1979 Mazzella Wire Rope & Sling plant mgr 1980-81 Frequent commentator on steel tariff issues2023-10-0926 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0624 Brad Kuvin - FABTECH Chicago 2023PMA/MetalForming magazine editorial director, Brad Kuvin, guest hosted Destiny of Manufacturing podcast from the floor at FABTECH Chicago 2023. Brad spoke with some PMA members to get their thoughts on FABTECH and what they were looking forward to at the show.2023-09-2526 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0622 Will Healy - Universal RobotsDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0622 Will Healy - Universal Robots Will Healy III is enthusiastic about manufacturing, technology and workforce development. A Purdue University mechanical engineer who loves to share his passion for automation, Will is a global leader at Universal Robots and with the Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership (AMIP) in Cincinnati. He speaks from personal experience about people-centric technology investments, managing culture change in organizations, bridging the manufacturing skills gap and creating value through automation. With more than 20 years of experience in a variety of industries including automotive, packaging, food & beverage, metal fabrication, welding...2023-09-1230 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0623 Harry Moser - Reshoring USADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0623 Harry Moser - Reshoring USA Harry founded the Reshoring Initiative to bring five million manufacturing jobs back to the U.S. after working for high end machine tool supplier GF AgieCharmilles, starting as President in 1985 and retiring 12/31/10 as Chairman Emeritus. Largely due to the success of the Reshoring Initiative, Harry was inducted into the Industry Week Manufacturing Hall of Fame 2010 and AME’s Hall of Fame 2021 and was named Quality Magazine’s 2012 Quality Professional of the year and FAB Shop Magazine’sManufacturing Person of the year. Harry participated actively in Presid...2023-09-1223 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAReid Coe - Coe Press EquipmentDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0621 - Reid Coe - Coe Press Equipment Reid Coe, president of Coe pressroom equipment talks more than feeds including the way we need to look at technology to build a better mousetrap!2023-08-2126 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAJake Hall - The Manufacturing MillennialDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0620 - Jake Hall - The Manufacturing Millennial The Manufacturing Millennial, Jake Hall, joins the show and tells us how your bathroom may indicate more than restroom protocol! A look inside the numbers of Manufacturing can help us to better prepare for tomorrow's workforce!2023-08-0731 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMACaitlin Sickles - Bracewell LLP, discusses advocacy and the future of manufacturingDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0619 - Caitlin Sickles - Bracewell LLP Caitlin Sickles is a senior principal in the Policy Resolution Group at Bracewell LLP. For over a decade, she has supported major corporations, industry associations and nonprofit organizations in advancing their advocacy priorities and achieving their business objectives by strengthening their brands and enhancing the way they communicate with their target audiences. She works in sectors including manufacturing, consumer products, national security, healthcare, energy and the environment. Caitlin is part of the Precision Metalforming Association’s advocacy team in Washington, DC. Alongside her...2023-07-3128 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMANate Stansberry - Rust Belt RecruitingDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0618 - Nate Stansberry - Rust Belt Recruiting Nate Stansberry discusses what companies need to do to attract the best and brightest talent. It's not always what you think. Focus on your people processes. Nate Stansberry is the Managing Director of Rust Belt Recruiting, a leading manufacturing recruiting agency. With over 20 years of experience within talent acquisition and workforce development, he has been a change agent within startup, high growth and Fortune 500 companies alike. Nate serves as the working leader for Rust Belt, focusing on the best client and...2023-06-2028 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAJeff Aznavorian - Clips and ClampsDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0617 - Jeff Aznavorian - Clips and Clamps Jeff Aznavorian joins the Destiny of Manufacturing to talk about workforce and technology. He is reinventing Clips and Clamps by changing the way they use technology and how they leverage the strength of their workforce.2023-06-2027 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAMark Michalski - Sizzle n stem Pt 2Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0616 - Mark Michalski - Sizzle n stem Pt 2 Mark Michalski is a lifelong engineer with over 40 years building factories and manufacturing systems that include novel approaches to digital process visibility and analytical control. Manufacturing Expert in Residence - Eastern MA. FORGE. He has worked in numerous industries, such as; medical devices (Zoll Medical), fuel cells (Acumentrics), power conversion and distribution (Bel Fuse), and semiconductors (MKS). Most recently Mark was honored to be 2019 SME President, where he worked with other leaders in the STEM arena to inspire, prepare and support emerging...2023-05-2218 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAMark Michalski - Sizzle n stem Pt 1Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0615 - Mark Michalski - Sizzle n stem Pt 1 Mark Michalski is a lifelong engineer with over 40 years building factories and manufacturing systems that include novel approaches to digital process visibility and analytical control. Manufacturing Expert in Residence - Eastern MA. FORGE. He has worked in numerous industries, such as; medical devices (Zoll Medical), fuel cells (Acumentrics), power conversion and distribution (Bel Fuse), and semiconductors (MKS). Most recently Mark was honored to be 2019 SME President, where he worked with other leaders in the STEM arena to inspire, prepare and support emerging...2023-05-2225 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAJennifer Betts - Magnar Metals -metal technology, process improvements, recycling of materials and women in manufacturingDestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0613 - Jennifer Betts - Magnar Metals Jennifer Betts joins the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast and provides her insight on metal technology, process improvements, recycling of materials and women in manufacturing.2023-05-1620 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADavid Klotz - PMADestiny of Manufacturing powered by PMA EP 0614 - David Klotz - PMA PMA Support www.pma.org David C. Klotz, President, Precision Metalforming Association. An active PMA member for 25 years, Klotz is already well known within the association. He comes to PMA after serving as president and as Executive vice president of sales and marketing for Tebis America Senior manager of Plex (formerly Plex Systems, Inc.) Automotive & Industrial Mid-Market eight years Manager at Dallas Industries, Inc., for 12 years. Klotz has served as a member of PMA’s...2023-05-1623 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAPMA Brad Kuvin discusses relaunch of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast video format, new opportunities- expanded content!Destiny of Manufacturing EP 0612 - Brad Kuvin - PMA Brad Kuvin discusses relaunch of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast in a new video format, bringing new opportunities and expanded content!2023-04-0211 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAAllison Grealis - WIMDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0611 - Allison Grealis - WIM2023-03-0729 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAJim Schlusemann - SME - Reshoring semiconductors EVsDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0610 - Jim Schlusemann - SME Jim Schlusemann, MSMIS, LSME, to be its 2023 president. SME presidents. Director of global business integration in Navistar’s Engine Group. Schlusemann achieved the executive position of chief information officer for Navistar’s engine business. In that role, he directed initiatives that expanded business operations worldwide. Schlusemann later helped Navistar relaunch manufacturing foundries in the US. Schlusemann is a well-rounded, experienced professional with a unique ability to help teams execute complex projects. He has great leadership skills that enable him to reach across cultural and organizational differences to creat...2023-02-1438 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAConnie King - PMA - Understand Workforce Motivators- Available Training FundingDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0609 - Connie King - PMA Connie King - PMA - Workforce Development Director Prior to joining PMA in May of 2022, King served as the director of professional development for Baldwin Wallace University, where she created and delivered original, competency-based learning programs for external organizations and university employees. Connie also previously worked for the University of Akron as a manager of business solutions, where she developed and implemented internal and external organizational development programs, and created community, industry-based consortiums for assessing and satisfying skills demands. Before her higher education career, C...2023-02-0742 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMARalph Resnick - America Makes - Additive Mfg - Software - CybersecurityDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0608 - Ralph Resnick - America Makes c3 Consulting Advanced Manufacturing Agitator National Center for Manufacturing & Machining (NCDMM) in Vice President, Chief Technology Officer More than 35 years of manufacturing experience. President and CEOActing Director of the Institute, now known as America Makes. NCDMM President & CEO, Inaugural NCDMM Fellow. Chief Technology Officer for both The ExOne Company and Extrude Hone Corporation Leader in advanced manufacturing. He holds several patents in manufacturing processes and metrology. Board of...2023-01-3141 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAMarc Farrell - Winland Foods - Technology - Ergonomics - RoboticsDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0607 - Marc Farrell - Winland Food A graduate of Canisius College located in Buffalo NY. Marc has been working for 24 years in the manufacturing world. That includes time in the automotive and food industries. Currently working as a Plant Manager for Winland Foods. 2023-01-2430 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADoug Johnson - Marion Mfg - Correct Thinking Old & shifting Workers from 62 to 32Destiny of Manufacturing EP 0606 - Doug Johnson - Marion Mfg Doug talks about correcting Thinking Old and shifting their workers from avg 62 to 32 Douglas Johnson is the President and owner of Marion Manufacturing in Cheshire, where he manages the operations of a 76 year old manufacturing company. Doug recently finished a two year term as chairman of the Connecticut Community Foundation where he still serves on numerous committees. Serves on the Campaign Leadership Cabinet of United Way of Greater Waterbury. He is a board member of the Naugatuck Valley Community...2023-01-1840 min
LONGEVITY INDUSTRIESDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0609 – Connie King – PMA
Connie King – PMA – Workforce Development Director
Prior to joining PMA in May of 2022, King served as the director of professional development for Baldwin Wallace University, where she created and delivered original, competency-based learning programs for external organizations and university employees. Connie also previously worked for the University of Akron as a manager of business solutions, where she developed and implemented internal and external organizational development programs, and created community, industry-based consortiums for assessing and satisfying skills demands.
Before her higher education career, Connie worked in a variety of corporate and entrepreneurial positions which included expertise in marketing, trade...2023-01-1442 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAScott Donahy - Piranha - User Friendliness of controls and the garanamals of toolingDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0605 - Scott Donahy - Piranha Scott talks about User Friendliness of controls and the garanamals of tooling VP sales and marketing for Piranha Whitney Bertsch a Megafab company Scott started in the industry with Piranha in 1993 (30 years in July). He began on the operations side of the business in the factory. He quickly learned that he was a process person and doors quickly started appearing for me to walk through. He has spent time in Customer Service, Technical Service, Logistics, Machine Installation, Operator Training, Product Management, New Produc...2023-01-1030 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAMike Brattain - Systems X - CybersecurityDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0604 - Mike Brattain - Systems X Mike Brattain is an Account Executive at Systems X where he helps leaders in the manufacturing industry understand how to best manage and secure their data. He has spent his career developing winning business strategies with a common sense approach. 30% of Systems X's manufacturing customer base is part of the DoD supply chain, where having a strong cybersecurity posture is no longer an option. Mike is a CMMC-AB registered practitioner and works with a team of IT, cybersecurity, and compliance professionals that have over 20 years of manufacturing tec...2022-12-2131 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMABrian Holmes - KBHC - Additive manufacturing, advanced technologiesDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0603 - Brian Holmes - KBHC F. Brian Holmes, A.Sc.T.(Ret), CMfgE, FSME VP / GM at Columbia Plastics Ltd. He is a graduate of BCIT and has spent his career in custom manufacturing serving industries such as electronics, aerospace, agriculture and medical devices.six-sigma black belt and lean manufacturing methodology implementation. CMfgE New technologies including the molding of wood waste products, CAD/CAM, Process Simulation, robotics, metal injection molding, sintering, cast molds for plastic injection molding, and custom real time production monitoring. He also oversaw the i...2022-12-1435 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAWill Healy - Universal Robots - Robotic Automation, Data CollectionDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0602 - Will Healy - Universal Robots Will Healy III is enthusiastic about manufacturing, technology and workforce development. A Purdue University mechanical engineer who loves to share his passion for automation, Will is a global leader at Universal Robots and with the Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership (AMIP) in Cincinnati. He speaks from personal experience about people-centric technology investments, managing culture change in organizations, bridging the manufacturing skills gap and creating value through automation. With more than 17 years of experience in a variety of industries including automotive, packaging, food & beverage, metal fabrication, welding and more...2022-12-0733 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMABob Willig - SME - CEO discusses workforce trends and developments, technology, mfg future and giving backDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0601 - Bob Willig - SME Bob discusses all things manufacturing from workforce and training to smart and the future of manufacturing. SME CEO Bob Willig, who has more than 30 years’ experience in the manufacturing industry, has held multiple leadership positions for global divisions within major manufacturing companies, most recently at Stoneridge Inc. where he was president of the Control Devices Division. Prior to Stoneridge, Willig served as president and CEO of Plasan Carbon Composites; before that he was president, Americas, for GKN Driveline, an automotive industry supplier focused on drive system tec...2022-11-3022 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAElisabeth Weissenreider-Bennis - Weiss-Aug - discusses women in manufacturing and how technology will change the face of MetalformingDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0519 - Beth Weissenreider-Bennis - Weiss-Aug Elisabeth Weissenrieder-Bennis, EVP, Weiss-Aug Group, has led the strategic expansion of her family’s business alongside her father and founder Dieter Weissenrieder for the past 15 + years, adding 3 new divisions and over 350 employees. A current member of the Precision Metal Forming Board of Advisors and NJIT’s NCE Board of Visitors, she is also a passionate advocate for manufacturing. Elisabeth discusses women in manufacturing and how technology will change the face of Metalforming.2022-10-0737 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing EP 0518 - Dean Phillips - Link Systems & Longevity Industries - Smart TechnologyDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0518 - Dean Phillips - Link Systems & Longevity Industries Dean covers Smart Technology including artificial intelligence, virtual reality, augmented reality, IIoT and all points in between.2022-09-2634 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing EP 0517 - Matthew Welle - CST Precision - Workforce Vision, IOT for ISO, Additive Mfg opens doorsDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0517 - Matthew Welle - CST Precision Matt discusses workforce development and engagement and how iot is integrating into ISO certification. Technology in additive manufacturing is opening doors to new business. President of CST Precision with Extensive experience in complex business transactions, manufacturing and business process engineering, sales, estimating and sourcing of manufactured components, sales, business process re-design, medical device manufacturing, along with hands on leadership coaching and development. Managememt of 30+ person teams. Displays high standards of professional behavior. A unique blend of engineering, operations, manufacturing, sales and training experience with an...2022-09-2539 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAJosh Perkins - Piedmont Hoist & CraneDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0516 - Josh Perkins - Piedmont Hoist & Crane Josh Perkins received his undergraduate Mechanical Engineering Technology degree from Rochester Institute of Technology and his MBA from the School of Business at University of Buffalo. His career in Manufacturing started thirty-five years ago as the sole Manufacturing Engineer at Niagara Machine Tool alongside another recent college graduate named Dean Phillips who was just starting his career in Sales. Josh’s career has taken him across a variety of different manufactured products, from manufacturing of large weldments & assemblies to the development and launch small micro-electronic assemblies, he...2022-07-2137 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAJosh Cramer - America Makes talks about workforce development solutions and technologyDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0515 - Josh Cramer - America Makes Josh Cramer joined NCDMM in 2018 as the Education and Workforce Director for America Makes, providing overall program leadership responsibility for all America Makes’ Education and Workforce initiatives. Previously, Mr. Cramer served as the Director of Educational Programs at the SME Education Foundation, monitoring, promoting, and evaluating all of its major programs. He was also responsible for building a comprehensive portfolio strategy for growth and sustainment of programs. In addition to those duties, he also served for a time as the Interim Executive Director of t...2022-06-2843 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAGeorge Moran - Flex-N-Gate - Changing Stamping through technologyDestiny of Manufacturing- EP 0514 George Moran Flex N Gate Third generation technician who started his first apprenticeship at 15. George started his industrial journey working in gas plants and steel mills before becoming a nuclear certified technician and welder. His first exposure to large presses came when he was contracted as a supervisor at a large forging plant. After this he moved into automotive and into automotive management. He transitioned from this into my role at Schuler and really honed his craft as a automotive leader and problem solver. Now he have moved into corporate leadership and am...2022-06-1432 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMABrian Pechek - HiabDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0512 - Brian Peshek - Hiab Brian Peshek is the Operations Manager for Hiab's Multi-Assembly Unit in Streetsboro, Ohio. He began his career in manufacturing as a Journeyman Die Maker at Chrysler. Certified as a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt by Kent State University , he has, from 2009-2021, held various Continuous Improvement roles mostly in automotive and transportation manufacturing. Having received his MBA from Case Western, and having led a successful Lean Journey at liftgate manufacturer Waltco, and Brian is now the Operations Manager for the parent company, Hiab, at its facility in Streetsboro, Oh...2022-06-0743 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAKyle Riegel - Schunk Carbon TechnologyDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0513 - Kyle Riegel - Schunk Carbon Technology Kyle Riegel is the Product Manager for the Current Transmission Division within Schunk Carbon Technology LLC. He has spent his career involved with Electrical Carbon Products with an emphasis on the Wind Industry with several designs being used in the industry today. In his career he has spent time as a design engineer, R & D engineer, and Field Engineer as well with a background in Electrical & Mechanical Engineering. Kyle is involved in Advisory Roles with The University of Northern Iowa and Loras College, where he completed his...2022-05-3137 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAMatteo Dariol - Bosch Rexroth, not a problem until it’s a problem, getting focused on dataDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0511 - Matteo Dariol - Bosch Rexroth Matteo Dariol is a lead innovation strategist for Bosch Rexroth, intrapreneur, technologist, AI and IIoT expert. Currently located in Bosch’s innovation and co-creation space, the Chicago Connectory, his activities revolve around the intersection between R&D and product development, with the goal of harnessing new technologies and explore new business models in the manufacturing space.2022-04-1938 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAErin bishop - Machine Inbound, Simulation and Robotics will be discussed on this episode.Destiny of Manufacturing EP 0510 - Erin bishop - Machine Inbound ERIN (RAPACKI) BISHOP Angel Investor, Serial Entrepreneur, CoFounder Spatial sim Spatial Sim is simplifying safety certification and risk assessment for behavioral machines (AI). Unlike field testing where dangerous or edge-case scenarios are impossible to duplicate reliably, Spatial Sim enables robot code updates to be verified and validated across thousands of procedurally generated scenarios in Unity, Unreal, or Nvidia ISSAC Sim Before Spatial Sim; Erin has worked at DEKA, iRobot, Adept, Industrial Perception (acquired by Google), Sense Photonics (acquired by...2022-04-1234 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMABob Iossi - Better By Design, talks about leadership within manufacturingDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0509 - Bob Iossi - Bob has 40 years of experience in the Industrial & Commercial Machinery Automation and Robotics Business. He started with Caterpillar where he gained his machine knowledge and expanded his experience in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with Allen-Bradley/Reliance Electric, now Rockwell Automation for 25 years of starting as a Field Engineer, Applications Engineer, Systems Engineer, Project Management, Engineering Manager and then Business Operations Director. After building their Systems Integrator Business to $50M Bob took an early retirement offer. He then joined PICO Tool Automotive Line Supplier to commercially engineer an...2022-04-0538 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADewayne Lowe - Transition Energy Group, explains energy solutionsDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0508 - Dewayne Lowe - Transition Energy Group A little about me and my background. My name is Dewayne Lowe and I am the owner and president of Transition Energy Group LLC located in Birchwood TN. I have a BS in mechanical engineering and an MS in engineering management both from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. I am a certified energy manager (CEM) from the Association of Energy Engineers. I have 30+ years of experienceprimarily related to facilities engineering management, maintenance and energy management. 26 years of that time was spent with Maytag...2022-03-2936 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing EP 0507 - Rodney Grover - InStride, gives us insight into whether a company will survive by using cultureDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0507 - Rodney Grover - InStride VP, Corporate Partnerships Global Industrial Market InStride Joining InStride in 2019, Rodney is responsible for leadingdevelopment of InStride’s workforce education and skills strategies in the Manufacturing and Industrial vertical. Rodney supports InStride’s manufacturing partners’ leadership in their journey to build, grow and maintain askilled workforce through “an emotional connection to talent.” Rodney began his career as a welding engineer and machinist on the plant floor of a third-generation family business. Since then, he has progressed to lead strategic manufacturing operations for companies serving the automoti...2022-03-2233 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADevin Fidler - Rethinkery, talks about open source and crowd sourced solutions.Destiny of Manufacturing EP 0506 - Devin Fidler - Rethinkery Devin Fidler is the Founder of Rethinkery, a research and consulting center focused on developing and using group intelligence to explore the emerging issues and technologies that are changing the way we get things done. He has worked with senior leaders at dozens of large organizations to chart shifts and to leverage their potential. Prior to founding Rethinkery, Devin has worked with a number of other foresight organizations, including founding and directing future of work and learning programs at Institute for the Future. Having lived and...2022-03-1533 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMABill Hickey - Lapham-Hickey Discusses Trade deficit, technology, worldwide competitiveness, and opportunityDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0505 - Bill Hickey Jr - Lapham-Hickey Bill Hickey is chairman of Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp. Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp. is a steel service center founded in 1926. This family owned and operated company has 11 locations with approximately 700 employees. Lapham-Hickey is currently ranked as one of the top 50 service centers in the United States. Bill has been employed with Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp. since 1975. He has held several positions within Lapham-Hickey Steel Corp. Since January 1, 2018, Bill accepted the position of Chairman as the management structure transitions to the fourth generation of the Hickey Family. During Bill...2022-03-0842 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADean Phillips - LINK Systems, talks about all things smart AI, VR, AR, Robotics, IOT, AMDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0503 - Dean Phillips - LINK Systems Dean Phillips - Sales Engineer LINK Systems, Provides a unique look at our Destiny of Manufacturing taking a look at our entire Smart Manufacturing Transformation. An International Director for SME and an advisor to the Smart Mfg Advisory Committee Advisor to the PMA Safety Committee and contributor to the PMA training and educational materials. 28 years in Forming and Fabricating2022-02-0830 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADr Tom Kurfess - Oak Ridge Nat Lab, discusses artificial and augmented intelligenceDr Tom Kurfess from Oak Ridge National Lab and Georgia Tech discusses AI and the future of manufacturing technology Longevity Industries presents Destiny of Manufacturing Podcast featuring Dr Tom Kurfess Thomas R. Kurfess received his S.B., S.M. and Ph.D. degrees in mechanical engineering from M.I.T. in 1986, 1987 and 1989, respectively. He also received an S.M. degree from M.I.T. in electrical engineering and computer science in 1988. Following graduation, he joined Carnegie MellonUniversity where he rose to the rank of Associate Professor. In 1994 he moved to the Georgia Institute o...2022-02-0239 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing EP 0501 - Dustin McMillan - Mcmillanco MfgDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0501 - Dustin McMillan - Mcmillanco Mfg Dustin McMillan is the Owner of McMillanco Mfg. Dustin created his company 7 years ago. He has founded the Mfgmonkey podcast. MCMILLANCO, LLC. offers domestic and global manufacturing solutions. All of our partners are ISO9001. All projects that come from a global partner have a Level II PPAP inspection done on every project ensure top quality.2021-10-1940 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMATim Fabian - Shape TechnologiesDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0419 - Tim Fabian - Shape Technologies Tim Fabian · Vice President of Marketing and Product Management at Shape Technologies Tim Fabian is Vice-President of Marketing and Product Management for Shape Technologies, the world's leading supplier of waterjet technology and ultrahigh-pressure (UHP) manufacturing process solutions that includes industry leaders Flow Waterjet, KMT Waterjet, and H20Jet. Tim has significant experience in the manufacturing and industrial automation environment, beginning his career completing a tool and die apprenticeship program prior to rounding out his business education graduating Summa Cum Laude from Penn State University. His ca...2021-08-3131 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAMont Handley - Pit MossDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0418 - Mont Handley - PitMoss Mont Handley is the Founder/Inventor of PittMoss a ten-year-old startup and Plantennas, his latest venture designed to use robots and automation in growing facilities and greenhouses. He has served as the Associate Director and Entrepreneur in Residence at Purdue University Northwest Commercialization and Manufacturing Excellence Center for the past five years. In the role he has earned grant awards to assist PNW students and local residents to patent and prototype their inventions and, most recently, earned funds to prove the concept of automated and robotic run greenhouses. Mon...2021-08-2734 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADave Bishop - Wila USADestiny of Manufacturing EP 0417 - Dave Bishop - Wila USA David Bishop is the business development manager over 40 years of experience in the manufacturing industry, having held positions in top positions at the world’s leading press brake machine and tooling manufacturers. His experience extends to operations, product management, marketing, and sales departments. David has played a critical role in introducing multiple tooling systems and product lines to the North American market.2021-06-2934 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAJason Jones - Hybrid Mfg Technologies, Additive manufacturingDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0416 - Dr Jason Jones - Hybrid Mfg Technologies Previous Podcast with Jason Ep 109 Dr. Jason B. Jones is a pioneer in the combined use of Additive Manufacturing (AM) and CNC machining. He is the co-founder and CEO of Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies, which equips CNC machines with AM and laser processing capabilities. In 2015, Hybrid’s AMBITTM multi-task tools were recognized as the best innovation in AM with the inauguration of the International Additive Manufacturing Award (IAMA) worth over $100K. Dr. Jones has a PhD in 3D printing from the University of Wa...2021-06-0836 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAEric Kam - ESI-GroupDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0415 - Eric Kam - ESI-Group Eric Kam is an Industry Marketing Manager for ESI-Group. He shares responsibility for evangelizing engineering applications applied to product designs and process plans to evaluate, identify, and resolve potential issues that prevent OEMs from reaching their desired outcome - Safe, productive, and sustainable products for the automotive, aerospace, energy, and heavy industries. An area of focus and enthusiasm is advancing Extended Reality (XR) solutions for Product Engineering, Virtual Assembly & Maintenance Process Planning using Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technology. An outspoken digital transformation advocate, he seeks to de...2021-04-2141 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMARuss Waddell - MT ConnectDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0414 - Russ Waddell - MT Connect Russ Waddell is the managing director for the MTConnect Institute and responsible for day-to-day business operations. He also sits on the Technical Steering Committee for the MTConnect standard. Prior to this role, Waddell worked at AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology as an industry economist where he provided statistical research for sales and marketing in the manufacturing technology industry. Waddell holds a bachelor's degree in economics from The College of William and Mary.2021-04-1339 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAJeannine Kunz - Tooling U SMEDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0413 Jeannine Kunz -vice president of Tooling U-SME. She leads a team dedicated to the ongoing education of the manufacturing workforce. As a recognized authority on workforce development and training for the manufacturing community, Jeannine is focused on building the capabilities of today’s and tomorrow’s manufacturing workforce. Her vision and passion have put her at the forefront of workforce management issues — providing innovative solutions for companies, academia, and individuals. She is frequently asked to provide insights at conferences, events, and caucuses across the country. Jeannine serves on several industry advisory boards and offers her expertis...2021-04-0930 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAJay Miller - Born GuitarsDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0412- Jay Miller - Born Guitars Jay has a B.S. MIS from DePaul University and a MBA in Business from CU Boulder. Jay started Born Guitars® in 2011 to build a better electric guitar - not only in terms of precision, quality and playability, but also in terms of sustainability. Since Born Guitars® started, Jay sees himself as an artist before a businessman, and continues to be very passionate about protecting our environment. Jay is also on the board of The WILD Foundation2021-02-2330 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMAErin Valdez - The Bakery CosDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0411 - Erin Valdez - The Bakery Cos Erin is the engineering manager at The Bakery Cos who makes buns for many local restaurants. BS from MTSU in Mech Eng. Erin manages most aspects of the facilities operation. Food Safety is mandatory and managing non-conformance is one aspect of the quality control system2021-02-0932 min
Destiny of Manufacturing powered by PMADestiny of Manufacturing EP 0410 - Daniel Mills - UAHDestiny of Manufacturing EP 0410 - Daniel Mills - UAH Daniel Mills, is a junior studying computer engineering at the University of Alabama in Huntsville. His current position is a software engineering intern at JDM Solutions. He is often motivated by solving problems and finds fulfillment in helping others. You may find him programming, building, skateboarding, or playing cards in his free time. 2021-01-2814 min