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LubeTrendsEpisode 10: The Market for Independent Lubricant ManufacturersHolly Alfano and Caitlin Jacobs sat down with host of the Lubrication Experts podcast, Rafe Britton, to discuss the unique challenges faced by independent lubricant manufacturers and the advantages they might have over their larger counterparts. Guests:Rafe Britton Additional resources:Watch the interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3Of7lZeAfY&t=1s Recorded May 4, 2022 If you have any feedback or suggestions for future LubeTrends topics, or if you'd like to be a guest on the...2022-09-0835 minLubeTrendsEpisode 09: Improving Your ESG ScorecardFollowing a popular #LubeTrends Live discussion at ILMA Engage, our panelists are back for another practical discussion on environmental, social and governance (ESG) scores that will help you start to improve yours. With more of ILMA members' customers pushing for enhanced sustainability and ESG practices, it’s critical to understand this emerging aspect of doing business. Guests:Richard Camper, Hasco OilBrent Haynam, Scholle IPNRamesh Navaratnam, Patech North AmericaShawn Woll, August Mack Additional resources:EPA Guidance on Scope 1, 2 and 3 emis...2022-09-0855 minLubeTrendsEpisode 08: Complying with OSHA’s Heat Hazard NEPAre you prepared for OSHA's Heat Hazard National Emphasis Program (NEP)? With record heat waves across the U.S. this summer, OSHA has stepped up its enforcement of heat hazard violations. Even if inspectors are on site for a different reason, they will be on the lookout for heat illness risks.OSHA is making heat illness and hazards a top priority with its Heat Hazard National Emphasis Program (NEP), which went into effect April 8. The agency is conducting proactive inspections for heat-related hazards in “high-risk” industries, including a category that covers most ILMA members’ facilities. Join a panel...2022-09-0846 minLubeTrendsEpisode 07: Cybersecurity for Small ManufacturersDan Strachan (daniel.strachan@cisa.dhs.gov), senior industry engagement lead with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), talks with ILMA Communications Director Caitlin Jacobs about the threats that small manufacturers face in the cyber realm and how they can protect themselves.Many ILMA members may know Strachan from his time at AFPM, where he established the Cyber Security Committee, now the leading authority on the subject for the oil and gas industry.“Cybersecurity is everyone’s business,” Strachan says. “CISA would really like to be there for the smaller manufacturers as well as the larg...2022-04-2720 minLubeTrendsEpisode 06: PFAS Regulations: Be Aware, Be NimbleThere’s a lot of information out there about PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl substances, and not all of it is reliable. The swiftly changing global regulatory landscape—and the possibility that these “forever chemicals” could be lurking in hidden places—mean that lubricant manufacturers need to be aware of PFAS in their operations and be nimble in their response. Jim Eggenschwiler, a global trade and chemical regulations expert with Trinity Consultants, and John Howell, a health & safety expert and president of GHS Resources, join ILMA Communications Director Caitlin Jacobs to shed some light on this evolving topic. PFAS Reso...2022-02-1735 minLubeTrendsEpisode 05: Alternatives for Family Business SuccessionMany family businesses are facing tough choices as fewer members of the next generation are ready or willing to take over. Martha Sullivan of the Family Business Consulting Group talks about when a sale of the business might be the right choice and also reveals some alternative options.Recorded December 2021Learn more about the Family Business Consulting Group: https://www.thefbcg.com/If you have any feedback or suggestions for future LubeTrends topics, or if you'd like to be a guest on the LubeTrends podcast, contact us at LubeTrends@ilma.org....2022-01-1927 minLubeTrendsEpisode 04: Conversation with UKLADid you know that the U.K. is the second-largest lubricant market in Europe? Join David Wright, head of the United Kingdom Lubricants Association (UKLA), for an overview of the British lubes market and the latest on what UKLA and its members are focusing on, including Brexit’s implications for imports and exports, UK REACH, and environmental initiatives.Recorded February 2021This episode is sponsored by Ergon, Inc. Visit https://ergon.com/Learn more about UKLA: https://ukla.org/If you have any feedback or suggestions for future LubeTrends topics, or if you...2021-12-1424 minLubeTrendsEpisode 03: Be Prepared for Your CrisisHighly reviewed ILMA Annual Meeting speaker and crisis communications expert Gerard Braud takes a deeper look at why a crisis comms plan is essential for every business. What is a crisis? (Hint: It’s more than just fires and hurricanes.) Who should be the designated spokesperson during a crisis? (It’s not the CEO!) Does your company need a social media policy? Get your head around this crucial yet often overlooked piece of running a successful business.Recorded November 2021Want more Braud? Check out The Braudcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBraudCast-GerardBraud2021-12-1435 minLubeTrendsEpisode 02: Deeper Into the UnknownFuturist Jack Uldrich follows up on his ILMA ReEngage keynote address, "Into the Unknown."This episode is sponsored by Ergon, Inc. Visit https://ergon.com/ If you have any feedback or suggestions for future LubeTrends topics, or if you'd like to be a guest on the LubeTrends podcast, contact us at LubeTrends@ilma.org.Website: www.ilma.orgLinkedin: https://bit.ly/3DLxCIRTwitter: https://bit.ly/3yfh8aD
2021-12-0129 minLubeTrendsEpisode 01: LubeTrends Year-End Wrap UpFrom supply and workforce to specs and ESG, ILMA leaders discuss the topics that impacted the industry most in 2021 – and will continue to be top of mind in 2022.This episode is sponsored by Chevron Oronite.If you have any feedback or suggestions for future LubeTrends topics, or if you'd like to be a guest on the LubeTrends podcast, contact us at LubeTrends@ilma.org.Website: www.ilma.orgLinkedin: https://bit.ly/3DLxCIRTwitter: https://bit.ly/3yfh8aD
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