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  • Building a culture of learning and respect, with Diane Ferrera of AccuRounds

    Building a culture of learning and respect, with Diane Ferrera of AccuRounds
    2025/12/09
    Diane Ferrera, Director of Human Resources at AccuRounds, joins The Manufacturing Employer to share how a people-first culture and commitment to learning have shaped the company’s success. With nearly 30 years of HR experience, Diane discusses building AccuRounds’ HR function from the ground up, fostering a workplace centered on respect, transparency and continuous development. She explores how AccuRounds invests in employee growth, community partnerships and workforce development, proving that a strong culture is the foundation for operational excellence and long-term retention.
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    36 分
  • Equity as a business advantage, with global DEI leader and author Celeste Warren

    Equity as a business advantage, with global DEI leader and author Celeste Warren
    2025/11/25
    Celeste Warren, renowned DEI expert and author of "The Truth About Equity," joins The Manufacturing Employer to demystify equity in the workplace and explain why it’s essential for manufacturing organizations today. Celeste shares actionable frameworks like the "rocks and fence" analogy, addresses misconceptions about meritocracy and discusses how equity improves team performance and business outcomes.
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  • Forging inclusive paths in manufacturing, with Gretchen Gagel of Women Thriving in Construction

    Forging inclusive paths in manufacturing, with Gretchen Gagel of Women Thriving in Construction
    2025/11/11
    Dr. Gretchen Gagle, executive consultant and advocate for women in industry, joins The Manufacturing Employer to share lessons from her 40-year career in manufacturing, engineering, construction and energy. She explores the importance of inclusivity in driving growth and unpacks the “concrete ceiling” that women face in male-dominated fields. Gretchen highlights strategies for grounded self-leadership, building strong relationships, and fostering psychological safety for innovation. She also introduces her book, "Building Women: A Blueprint for Women Thriving in Construction," offering guidance for both men and women navigating industrial careers.
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  • Unlocking potential via second-chance employment, with Scott Gates of Awake Window & Door Co.

    Unlocking potential via second-chance employment, with Scott Gates of Awake Window & Door Co.
    2025/10/28
    Scott Gates, President of Awake Window & Door Co., joins The Manufacturing Employer to discuss his innovative hiring model that employs formerly incarcerated individuals. Scott shares how this approach has grown Awake into a $30 million business while providing second chances and rebuilding lives. The conversation also explores the competitive advantages of this hiring strategy, including access to untapped talent and high employee retention.
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  • Fixing people problems by solving system issues, with Matt Granados of Life Pulse Inc.

    Fixing people problems by solving system issues, with Matt Granados of Life Pulse Inc.
    2025/10/14
    Matt Granados, founder and CEO of LifePulse Inc., joins The Manufacturing Employer to discuss how organizations can fix people problems by addressing underlying system issues. Matt challenges conventional approaches to workplace culture, arguing that sustainable solutions come from equipping individuals to solve their own problems rather than implementing quick fixes. The conversation explores how manufacturing leaders can create more effective, fulfilling work environments by focusing on root causes rather than symptoms. Matt emphasizes the importance of personal accountability and continuous growth in building high-performing teams.
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  • The human side of lean, with Mark Reich of the Lean Enterprise Institute

    The human side of lean, with Mark Reich of the Lean Enterprise Institute
    2025/09/30
    Mark Reich, author of Managing on Purpose and senior lean coach at the Lean Enterprise Institute, joins The Manufacturing Employer to explore how lean thinking can improve customer value, quality and employee development across various industries. Mark also talks about his new book, "Managing on Purpose," which offers practical guidance on implementing Hoshin Kanri for strategic alignment and execution. The conversation touches on the challenges of balancing profit, cost and quality, while emphasizing the critical role of HR in fostering organizational capability and employee engagement.
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  • Rewriting the manufacturing narrative, with Chris Luecke of Manufacturing Happy Hour

    Rewriting the manufacturing narrative, with Chris Luecke of Manufacturing Happy Hour
    2025/09/16
    Chris Luecke, host of Manufacturing Hour, joins The Manufacturing Employer to discuss the evolving landscape of manufacturing. He shares how automation and AI are reshaping the industry, debunking fears of job loss and highlighting new opportunities. Chris emphasizes the importance of storytelling in manufacturing, both for external marketing and internal culture-building. He details the transformation of manufacturing facilities from "dull, dirty and dangerous" to clean, safe and inclusive environments.
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  • Rethinking recruiting in manufacturing, with Myles Rickerd and Trevor O'Malley of Hire MFG Leaders

    Rethinking recruiting in manufacturing, with Myles Rickerd and Trevor O'Malley of Hire MFG Leaders
    2025/09/02
    Myles Rickerd and Trevor O'Malley, founders of Hire MFG Leaders, join The Manufacturing Employer to share their targeted approach to recruiting in the manufacturing space. They discuss how deep industry focus helps them align talent with company culture, while also addressing compensation, work-life balance and the evolving benefits landscape. Trevor and Miles emphasize genuine care in the recruiting process and highlight how continuous learning keeps them, and their candidates, one step ahead.
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