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Manufacturing Austin Podcast
Conversations with Central Texas manufacturing leaders.
Meet and hear from leaders in Central Texas manufacturing as we discuss the issues, trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the region.
Special thank you to our sponsor, Texas Mutual.
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Episode 20
Alyssa Reinhart, Director of Workforce Development at the Texas Institute for Electronics
Kevin Fincher sits down with Alyssa Reinhart to explore how Texas is rebuilding America’s semiconductor workforce and reshaping technical education.
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Episode 19
Yasir Arafat, Co-Founder and CTO of Aalo Atomics
Kevin Fincher sits down with Yasir Arafat, co-founder and CTO of Aalo Atomics, a startup redefining how we build and deploy nuclear energy.
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Episode 18
Bret Boyd, CEO of Sustainment
Kevin Fincher sits down with Bret Boyd to discuss the critical role of digital infrastructure in re-shoring American manufacturing.
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Episode 17
Rami Goldratt, CEO of Goldratt Consulting
A conversation on the Theory of Constraints and how manufacturers can optimize production, eliminate bottlenecks, and scale more effectively.
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Episode 16
Larry Smith, Chairman of Tokyo Electron US
Larry Smith discusses semiconductors, CHIPS, and veterans in Central Texas manufacturing.
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Episode 15
Nate Horvath, CEO of Staccato
A conversation with the CEO of Staccato, a high-end pistol manufacturer serving law enforcement, competition shooters, and enthusiasts.
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Episode 14
Beth San Segundo, CEO of OriGen Biomedical
Beth San Segundo discusses healthcare-critical manufacturing, operating conditions, and the future of the regional medical device ecosystem.
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Episode 13
Scott Lingren, Managing Director, Schunk Xycarb
Scott Lingren discusses the semiconductor supply chain, regionalization, and his philosophy on being a growth catalyst.
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Episode 12
Robb Misso, Global VP of Operations for Cellink
Robb Misso is Global Vice President of Operations for Cellink, former CEO of Dynamic Manufacturing, and a founding board member of ARMA.
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Episode 11
Nathan Byman, CEO of Wolfram Manufacturing
Nathan Byman shares insights about the intersection of old-school manufacturing and new innovations driving change in subtractive manufacturing.
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Episode 10
Rick Loofs, COO at Cangshan Cutlery
Rick Loofs discusses Cangshan Cutlery’s Leander-based facilities, servant leadership, and building high-performing teams.
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Episode 9
Bryan Kranik, CEO of BuildASign
Bryan Kranik discusses managing growth, e-commerce trends, talent challenges, acquisition, and navigating COVID.
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Episode 8
Russell Aldridge, Founder and CEO of SISU Robotics
Russell Aldridge shares how SISU Robotics found its niche making easy-to-use robots for cinematography and industrial applications.
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Episode 7
John Anderson of ATX Specialty Foods
John Anderson shares his thoughts on co-packing and the state of food and beverage manufacturing in Austin.
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Episode 6
Mark Pollard, CEO of Astute
Mark Pollard shares his thoughts on supply chain shortages, buying smart during a shortage, and global trade.
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Episode 5
Omeed Badkoobeh, CEO of Yotta Energy
Omeed Badkoobeh shares his thoughts on solar energy, storage, startup challenges, and the future of energy.
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Episode 4
Andy Salo, President and CEO of East/West Manufacturing
Andy Salo shares his thoughts on manufacturing, growth, and the importance of customer and employee relationships.
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Episode 3
Marsha Osborn of Alen Corporation
Marsha Osborn, Chief Operating Officer at Alen Corporation, shares how she joined a new company and helped drive operational momentum.
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Episode 2
Randy Myers, Sr. VP of Global Manufacturing & Quality with Luminex
Randy Myers discusses global manufacturing and quality in support of the life science industries.
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Episode 1
Troy Mills, VP with Applied Materials
Troy Mills discusses how the pandemic affected supply chains, how Applied Materials responded, and how it impacted Austin manufacturers.
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