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Making Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersAt The Boring Bar 1-3, (Jason Zenger, Nick Goellner, Mike Payne, Paul Van Metre, Peter Eelman, Nicole Wolter, Chris Luecke, and Manny Pasillas)In the final segment of the first edition of At The Boring Bar, our expert panel of guests return to dive into the future of manufacturing and why manufacturing leaders need to embrace technology. They discuss the application of 3D printing and additive manufacturing and how they can be used to attract the next generation. Jason Zenger, Nick Goellner, Mike Payne, Paul Van Metre, Peter Eelman, Nicole Wolter, Chris Luecke, and Manny Pasillas also take a look at the challenges the national security and defense industry are facing because of a lack of partnerships. We be...2024-09-1134 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersAt the Boring Bar 1-2 (Jason Zenger, Nick Goellner, Mike Payne, Paul Van Metre, Peter Eelman, Nicole Wolter, Chris Luecke, and Manny Pasillas)How do you grow a machine shop through acquisitions? What is it like working in a legacy family business? How do you find and hire talented engineers? Where does AI fit into the daily grind? These are all questions that this team of industry experts and friends seek to answer over a glass of bourbon At the Boring Bar. Jason Zenger, Nick Goellner, Mike Payne, Paul Van Metre, Peter Eelman, Nicole Wolter, Chris Luecke, and Manny Pasillas share their unique perspectives on the manufacturing industry—and how it must adapt—in part II. Check it out! S...2024-09-0640 min
Industrial Strength MarketingThe Future of Trade Shows with Peter Eelman: Innovating at IMTS and BeyondIn this episode of the Industrial Strength Marketing podcast, we sit down with Peter Eelman, Chief Experience Officer at AMT, to explore how the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) has evolved into a premier event for the manufacturing industry. Peter shares his journey from his first IMTS in 1980 to his last event under his leadership in 2024, highlighting the innovations that have shaped IMTS into the largest live marketplace for capital manufacturing equipment and technologies.Learn how IMTS fosters a community of innovation, connects manufacturers with solutions, and continues to drive the industry forward. Plus, get a sneak...2024-09-0352 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersAt the Boring Bar 1-1 (Jason Zenger, Nick Goellner, Mike Payne, Paul Van Metre, Peter Eelman, Nicole Wolter, Chris Luecke, and Manny Pasillas)Some of the greatest ideas in manufacturing don’t happen in boardrooms but over a drink with peers. In At the Boring Bar, Jason aims to cut deeper into the conversations that matter most to manufacturing leaders. So pull up a chair, grab a drink, and join Jason as he uncovers the insights that drive the manufacturing industry forward. In this inaugural episode of At the Boring Bar, join Jason, Nick Goellner, Mike Payne, Paul Van Metre, Peter Eelman, Nicole Wolter, Chris Luecke, and Manny Pasillas At the Boring Bar. They cover everything from the exciting new exhi...2024-08-3044 min
Manufacturing Happy HourBONUS: IMTS 2024 Preview with MakingChips, Peter Eelman, and MoreIf you are one of the 100,000 people that’s going to IMTS 2024 – North America's largest manufacturing trade show – there's a lot in this episode for you. We’re joined by 7 other manufacturing leaders as we enjoy a glass of bourbon and chat about what we’re expecting to see at IMTS this year, September 9 through 14, 2024 in Chicago, IL.This episode was recorded live from MakingChips HQ at their “Boring Bar” in Rockford, IL where we were joined by a number of past guests of Manufacturing Happy Hour. The crew discusses everything from IMTS to artificial intelligence to our thoughts o...2024-08-302h 17Making Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersThe Past, Present, and Future of IMTS with the "Show Boss" Peter Eelman“Inspiring the extraordinary” is the theme for this year’s IMTS and that’s exactly what they’re doing. The Emerging Technology Center will showcase extraordinary advances in technology (including an exhibit by BlueForge Alliance and Apptronik's AI-Powered General Purpose Humanoid Robot). They’re offering specific ELEVATE programs for job shops, women in manufacturing, and the first-ever ELEVATE LATAM: A half-day conference for the Spanish-speaking manufacturing technology community. For the first time, Microsoft, AWS, and Google Cloud will be at the show in the automation sector. This year’s IMTS is a can’t-miss event. Show Boss Peter Ee...2024-08-2252 min
Songs Are Like TattoosPodcast 'Songs Are Like Tattoos', afl. 15 met Peter KoelewijnVanaf de andere kant van de lijn vertelt Peter Koelewijn over het prille begin van het schrijverschap met cowboyliedjes en ‘Singing The Blues’ als inspratiebronnen. Het ruige ‘Long Talk Sally’ dat vanachter de viskraan tot hem kwam en hij zeker wist: dit wil ik ook! Over de toevalligheid van ‘Kom van dat dak af’, het repeteren in de trein richting auditie bij EMI en de doorbraak bij ‘Tijd voor teenagers’. Over flutliedjes, betere en goeie liedjes. Voor anderen schrijven en het groeiproces. Over ‘Ik ben gelukkig zonder jou’ en ‘Kom uit je bedstee m’n liefste’. Van analoog naar digitaal en het meegroeien met de ti...2023-10-2449 minSongs Are Like TattoosPodcast 'Songs Are Like Tattoos', afl.10 met Peter te Bos (Claw Boys Claw)Vanuit zijn studio in hartje Amsterdam vertelt Peter te Bos (Claw Boys Claws) over het schrijverschap, het pielen en zonder gêne laten ontstaan van liedjes. De saaiheid van repeteren en de euforie wanneer alles bij elkaar komt en de liefde voor teksten die niets betekenen. Over het magische moment dat er iets is, soul searching en gedoe in de studio. Motorische gestoordheid en over ‘s morgens inzingen want dan klink je fris.2023-03-1543 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersDoes IMTS Really Change the Manufacturing Economy?What is the greatest show on manufacturing Earth? IMTS. Every two years, the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) draws manufacturers from around the world to Chicago for six days. IMTS not only makes a huge impact on the economy in Chicago but also on the manufacturing industry. Peter Eelman—the Chief Experience Officer at AMT— joins us in this episode of MakingChips to share just what that impact is. Because if you’re not MakingChips, you’re not making money. BAM! – Nick Segments [0:13] The Industrial Digital Marketing Services at Thomas™ [2:45] What our new show structure is...2023-03-1339 min
Empowering Industry Podcast - A Production of Empowering Pumps & EquipmentBONUS: Driving the Future of Manufacturing with Peter EelmanCharli brings Peter Eelman on to talk about what the future of manufacturing looks like in this bonus episode.Peter Eelman’s business career has always been centered around the IMTS Show. Entering the manufacturing technology industry in 1980 with the Wiedemann Division of Warner & Swasey, one of his first assignments was the production of the 1980 IMTS Show. After 16 years on the exhibitor side of IMTS, he joined AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology and has been managing IMTS ever since.During his tenure, IMTS has continued to be among the top three domestic events in the...2022-10-0719 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersWhat Most People Don’t Know About IMTSAccording to Peter Eelman, if you walk every bit of carpeting at IMTS, you’d walk 69 miles. Those 69 miles cover everything from The Modern Machine Shop’s Top Shops’ Panel to the 3D Printing Workshop for Job Shops, from Women Make Manufacturing Move to The Smartforce Student Summit. In this episode of MakingChips, we go beyond the exhibits to cover what’s happening at IMTS 2022 that you can’t miss! – Jason Segments [2:30] What’s happening in our lives [4:43] Manufacturing News: Food in Chicago [11:30] The Job Shops Specialty Program Day 1 [19:38] Modern Machine Shop’s Top Shops [21:17] The...2022-08-3050 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersIMTS 2022: It's Big, It's Back, It's Safe, It's Fun!The International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) is back! This is the first time that IMTS has been forced to go on hiatus since World War II. It’s taking place September 12–17 at McCormick Place in Chicago and will consist of 1.2 million square feet of exhibition space. In this episode of MakingChips, Peter Eelman—the Chief Experience Officer at AMT—joins us to share what’s happening at IMTS, how to book your hotel stay, how Chicago is safer than ever, and even shares what to do to enjoy your stay. Even better, we will be in the Grand Concour...2022-08-0935 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersIMTS 2022 - What's New For You?In this episode of MakingChips, hosts Jim Carr and Jason Zenger talk with Peter Eelman, Vice President and Chief Experience Officer of AMT, about IMTS 2022, the return of their in-person trade show, and what’s in store for the future of IMTS events. Segments:0:08 | Jim talks about his time with the Amper Technologies pilot program for machine monitoring systems 1:27 | Jim and Jason introduce the episode and their past experiences with IMTS events 8:00 | Jason shares manufacturing news regarding Xometry’s move to the public market 10:16 | Jim introduces their guest Peter Eelm...2021-06-2240 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersIMTS Spark with Peter EelmanIn this week's podcast, hosts Jason Zenger, Jim Carr, and Nick Goellner invite guest Peter Eelman, Vice President & CXO at AMT to discuss how IMTS pivoted into an online digital destination for Manufacturers. Segments: Missing IMTS - Everybody gets together (2:15) Good News with Jim Carr (6:30) Manufacturing News: Smart manufacturing platform revenue to pass $32B annually by 2025 (7:04) Introducing our Guest: Peter Eelman (14:12) IMTS Spark is a digital destination for a connected manufacturing community (16:45) Peter: This is not a virtual tradeshow (21:45) Jason: The main theme of 2020 is rebuilding the supply chain (30:20) IMTS is coming back in 2022 (38:30) Why you...2020-11-1848 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersITMS2018 Wrap Up with Larry Turner and Peter EelmanWelcome to the MakingChips IMTS2018 wrap up podcast, recorded live from the final day of the show with guests Larry Turner, President and CEO of Hannover Fairs USA and Peter Eelman, Vice President of Exhibitions & Business Development at AMT. After a long and exciting week, Jim and Jason reflect on some of the trends and themes that emerged from the show and discuss some of the takeaways for manufacturing leaders. IMTS2018 proved that it is an exciting time to be in the manufacturing industry. Connect with us:www.MakingChips.com/contact IMTS’ commitment to the next ge...2018-11-0223 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersLast Minute Preparations for IMTS 2018 with Peter EelmanOn this episode of MakingChips, Peter Eelman returns to talk about the last minute preparations for IMTS 2018. Peter is the Vice President of Exhibitions & Business Development at AMT. He is also the Senior Executive in charge of the International Manufacturing Technology Show, one of the top three trade shows in the United States. Listen to this interview to hear Peter talk about what you can expect at IMTS 2018 and how you can make the most out of this incredible event. Connect with us:www.MakingChips.com/contact The scope and scale of IMTS 2018 IMTS is...2018-09-0639 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersIMTS 2018 Preview with Peter EelmanWhether you are a veteran attendee of IMTS, or you are planning your first experience, this week’s episode of Making Chips is for you. For 90 years, the International Manufacturing Technology Show has been the premiere manufacturing show in North America. It takes place in Chicago on even-numbered years. Peter Eelman has been involved with IMTS for 40 years. He is the Vice President of Exhibition and Business Development for The Association of Manufacturing Technology (AMT). On this episode, Peter joins Jason and Jim to give an in-depth preview of IMTS 2018. Connect with us: www.MakingChips.com/contact...2018-04-2645 minMaking Chips Podcast for Manufacturing LeadersMC063: Manage & Mitigate - Developing a Crisis Plan for your Manufacturing Company with Scott McPhersonThere is an old saying: “Expect the best, prepare for the worst.” It’s not something we want to think about, and it can be a difficult topic to discuss. Crises don’t happen very often, but when they do occur, they tend to have significant consequences. Without a well-thought out, strategic plan, your business is at risk of being completely caught off guard should a disaster happen.
"Know that a crisis will happen at some point. It's just a question of how big it is or how small it is. The trick is being prepared."
- Scot...2016-04-0546 min
Trade Show InsightsTrailblazer Peter Eelman on how IMTS is Becoming an Ongoing Industry Resource - TSI10.7The International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) is finding success by shifting focus from being viewed as a one-week trade show to becoming the go-to industry resource. To do that, it’s critical to keep lines of communication with exhibitors and attendees open during the months between shows to maintain enthusiasm and interest. Peter Eelman and his team at IMTS understand this very well since they have a two-year show cycle, and he shares some creative insights on becoming that year-round resource by: Utilizing the IMTS-TV online video channel Providing a variety of training tools for exhibitors, both online and off Creating i...2015-04-2235 min