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Hear how leaders across electronics manufacturing, distribution, supply chain, and the manufacturers’ rep community build trust, develop people, and navigate change.
Find practical perspectives for leading technical and commercial teams.
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Explore conversations leaders return to when expectations are high and answers are not obvious.
How a CEO Learned to Lead With Trust, Flexibility, and Curiosity – Amy Anahory – MicroPower Direct – Episode 125
CEO Amy Anahory shares how trust, flexibility, and curiosity shaped her leadership journey at MicroPower Direct and what it takes to lead lean teams in manufacturing
How United Grinding Prepares the Next Generation of Manufacturing Leaders – Andreas Brockmann – Episode 124
Discover how apprenticeships build the next generation of manufacturing leaders. Andreas Brockmann shares lessons on mentorship, culture, and workforce development.
How Active Listening Transformed a Controls Expert Into a Stronger Leader – Charles Johnson – Lynxspring – Episode 123
Discover how active listening transformed Charles Johnson, Lead Trainer at Lynxspring and host of It’s a Controls Problem, into a stronger leader. In this Leadership in Manufacturing episode, learn practical lessons on communication, collaboration, and building a learning culture in technical teams.
Why Authentic Stories Win Over Even the Most Technical Buyers – Jacob Baldwin – United Grinding North Amercia, Episode 122
Bonus episode with Jacob Baldwin on authentic storytelling in manufacturing marketing and why customer voices build trust and brand value.
How Do You Know You’re a Good Leader? Real Answers from Real Leaders. Leadership in Manufacturing podcast – Episode 121
In this powerful rerun, industry leaders reflect on the question: How do you know if you’re a good leader? Real stories, honest insights, and practical takeaways on trust, growth, and leading with purpose in manufacturing.
How Marketing Becomes a Strategic Partner in Manufacturing, Jacob Baldwin, United Grinding North America, Episode 120
In this episode, Jacob Baldwin, Director of Corporate Marketing at UNITED GRINDING North America, shares how marketing can drive real business impact in B2B manufacturing. Learn how cross-functional alignment, authentic storytelling, and customer-focused strategy turn marketing into a true growth partner.
How Leading Without a Title and Listening First Are Shaping the Future of Manufacturing – Ben Hamilton at NorComp – Episode 119
Learn how active listening, collaboration, and leadership without a title are driving impact in manufacturing with NorComp’s Ben Hamilton.
How to Turn Industry Trends Into Actionable Supplier Strategies with Heather Fulara, VP at DigiKey – Episode 118
Learn how DigiKey’s Heather Fulara turns trends into supplier strategy, builds trust, and leads with data, curiosity, and clear communication.
How the Shift from Manager to Director Changed My Leadership Style – Joshua Nix Supplier Management Director at Mouser Electronics – Episode 117
Joshua Nix, Director at Mouser Electronics, shares how his leadership style evolved from manager to director—and why mindset, trust, and curiosity matter more than titles.
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