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Where Experience Meets Leadership Growth

Browse all episodes of the Leadership in Manufacturing Podcast and hear how experienced leaders across electronics, manufacturing, and supply chain navigate complexity, lead people through change, and build trust in high pressure environments.

These are real conversations with executives, directors, and operators who are actively leading technical teams today.

Built for Leaders Navigating Rising Complexity

Every episode focuses on one core challenge leaders face when technical complexity, operational pressure, and people leadership collide.

No theory.
No generic leadership advice.
No hype.

Just practical insights from leaders who have been there.

What You Will Learn

Across the episodes, you will hear how leaders:

Stay grounded and decisive during disruption
Build trust across functions, regions, and cultures
Lead change without micromanaging
Communicate priorities clearly when everything feels urgent
Use AI and data to reduce noise, not replace leadership
Develop people without losing accountability
Turn belief, listening, and feedback into execution

All Leadership Episodes

Explore conversations leaders return to when expectations are high and answers are not obvious.

Driving Business Growth and Exceptional Results – Adam Anderson – Episode 77

Join host Sannah Vinding as she explores the insights of Adam Anderson on building strong teams, the power of verbal communication, customer engagement, and the value proposition in this enlightening episode of the “Mind the Innovation Leadership Podcast.”

Unleashing the Power of Marketing In Electronics Manufacturing – Sander Arts – Episode 76

In this episode, Sannah welcomes the brilliant and accomplished Sander Arts to the show. With an impressive background in global management, digital transformation, closed loop marketing, and strategic partnerships, Sander brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Together, they explore the fascinating realm of marketing in the tech industry, dissecting its successes, failures, and untapped potentials.

Balancing Industry Knowledge and Fresh Perspectives: The Secret to Innovative Leadership – Hugh Daly – Episode 75

In this episode, Sannah is joined by special guest Hugh Daly, a seasoned expert in sales and operations. Together, they explore the importance of evaluating skills over job titles, the power of effective communication and listening, and the benefits of embracing fresh perspectives within an organization.

Lessons from the Rapidly Evolving Electronics Industry – Nigel Watts – Episode 74

In this episode of the Mind The Innovation Leadership podcast, Sannah Vinding, the host of the show, sits down with Nigel Watts, President at WPG EMEA, to delve into the rapidly evolving electronics industry

Navigating New Horizons and Embracing Change Through Technology – Michael Knight – Episode 73

Join host Sannah Vinding in this episode of the Mind the Innovation Leadership Podcast as she welcomes guest Michael Knight.

Driving Growth through Supplier Relationships and Collaborationn – Paul Aspiras – Episode 72

Join host Sannah Vinding as she delves into the world of innovation leadership with guest Paul Aspiras. Explore the challenges and strategies of hiring in the electronics industry, the power of building relationships, and the impact of digital transformation.

Navigating Complexity: Exploring Trends in Electronics Manufacturing through Analytic Data – Dennis Reed – Episode 71

Episode 71 Navigating Complexity: Exploring Trends in Electronics Manufacturing through Analytic...

Unlocking the Potential of Intrapreneurs: Driving Business Growth and Success – RJ Grimshaw – Episode 70

The episode concludes with valuable insights into unlocking the potential of intrapreneurs and fostering a culture of innovation and creativity. Listeners gain essential knowledge for building a successful business, regardless of size, by embracing the entrepreneurial mindset and encouraging intrapreneurship to drive company growth and success.

Customer-Centric Solutions: Shifting Focus from Products to Problem Solving – Lori Bruno – Episode 69

In this episode of the Mind the Innovation Leadership Podcast, host Sannah Vinding is joined by special guest Lori Bruno, President of Luscombe Engineering of San Francisco. They discuss the importance of effective communication in the electronics manufacturing industry, particularly within the relationship between manufacturers and manufacturing reps. Lori shares valuable insights about solving customer problems, adapting to remote work challenges, and finding innovative marketing strategies.