WiLLcast

Project Manager Bob Poch, Keller, Inc., stopped by to discuss the WiLL 3.0 Lighting activity, design/build projects in general, and the role of the general contractor. He and Adam walk through the different parties and their roles in a construction project and the challenges currently facing those working in the trades. 

The team from Rewired Dynamics sat down with Adam to talk about all things leadership. Kim and Fritz shared their stories and journeys, how they came together to create Rewired Dynamics, and the importance of developing and engaging with local youth.  Keep up-to-date on the latest WiLLcast episodes and insights! Subscribe to our WiLLcast YouTube channel or visit WiLLBrands.com.

Long-time Fond du Lac City Manager Joe Moore sat down with Host Adam Rupp to discuss leadership – from the military to city government, and through a pandemic. Joe shares his thoughts on the future of Fond du Lac, the developments on Brooke Street, and the importance of manufacturing to the local economy. 

Sprinturf's Mat Steinberg stopped by to talk all things sports field with Adam! An expert in sports turf – Mat shares his invaluable insight on the sports field development process, key considerations for these projects, and working with customers to help create the best facility possible. Listen in to get the full scoop. 

Trent and Jake are back! Tune in as they join Adam to talk all things "dark sky" compliance. During this episode, you'll gain a better understanding of B.U.G. ratings (hint: they have nothing to do with insects. The guys also outline the differences between formal IDA Dark Sky requirements, local ordinances, factory certifications, and more.  Keep up-to-date on the latest WiLLcast e...

Join the WiLL team for this episode of WiLLcast as Trent and Jake join Adam to talk about the importance of our engineering and application teams during custom lighting projects. They'll share insights from recent projects and explain how connecting directly with end-users and engineers helps cut through the clutter and get down to the true requirements for the project. 

Listen in as Larissa Clinard, Ahern's Director of Fleet + Logistics, joins Adam to discuss the wild world of logistics, supply chain, and fleet management. Learn more about Larissa's past as a member of the US Army, and get her take on what it takes to rise through the ranks.  Keep up-to-date on the latest WiLLcast episodes and insights! Subscribe to our WiLLcast YouTube channel or visit...

Ben Giles, Executive Director of the Fond du Lac County Historical Society, sat down with WiLLcast host, Adam Rupp, to talk all things FDL – past, present, and future. From Fond du Lac city government, to the importance of manufacturing, to FDL's founders – nothing is off the table. Plus, hear from Producer Becca for the first time as she gives her two cents on all things WiLL.  Keep up-to-da...

Fond du Lac realtor and homebuilder, Jason Zellner, joined Adam to not only discuss the current trends he's seeing but also to share his unique backstory and professional evolution. Learn how a kid that grew up on a farm went from an electrician to a realtor (plus every step in between), and get a local perspective on recruiting new talent for the trades. 

We're happy to welcome back Wisconsin native and professional race car driver Josh Bilicki. Josh joined Host Adam Rupp to talk about the upcoming NASCAR season, new car designs, iRacing, and more! Tune in to get the full story and subscribe to stay up-to-date on the latest WiLLcast episodes.  Learn more about WiLLcast and Wisconsin Lighting Lab: www. WiLLBrands.com Learn more about Josh Bilic...

Learn the ins and outs of lighting tennis court applications as Host Adam Rupp is joined by two of WiLL's own experts – Director of Applications Jake Ortner and Sales Manager Jordan Richards. These two share the technical knowledge as well as real-world install stories to help guide those looking to illuminate their own tennis courts.  Keep up-to-date on the latest WiLLcast episodes and insig...

During Episode 19, Director of Membership + Programs for Envision Greater Fond du Lac Joe Venhuizen joins Host Adam Rupp to take a deep dive into Envision Great Fond du Lac, the role they play in the FDL business community, and the importance of manufacturing in our state.  Learn more about Envision Greater Fond du Lac and its work at EnvisionGreaterFDL.com. Keep up-to-date on the latest WiLLcast...

Haley Suprenant, Strategic Accounts Sales Manager, sat down with our Host Adam Rupp for a quick rundown on WiLL's custom solutions – from bollards to light poles – and her experience meeting our customers' needs when few manufacturers could. Interested in learning more about custom solutions from the team at WiLL? Contact your sales rep today or visit WiLLBrands.com. 

Join Host Adam Rupp and WiLL Director of Engineering Trent Burmesch as they discuss special considerations for lighting indoor industrial applications. With a focus on high bay solutions, Adam and Trent share their expert insight into what factors should be taken into consideration during the project planning phase – from temperature to chemical exposure and more. Interested in learning more about...

WiLL's resident giant pumpkin expert and design engineer Cole Sippel gives host Adam Rupp a quick lesson in giant pumpkin growing during WiLLcast episode 16! Learn more about giant pumpkin husbandry, pumpkin competition and weigh-in, as well as the Wisconsin Giant Pumpkin Growers (yes, it's real). It's (nearly) 1 ton of fun – just like Cole's most recent giant pumpkin!  Tune in...

Adam Rupp sits down with WiLL VP of Sales and Assistant Fire Chief Chad Dolphin (again) to talk more about the important role Wisconsin firefighters play and how it relates to lean manufacturing principles. Be sure to check out Chad's Part 1 interview during WiLLcast Episode 14!

Town of Neenah Assistant Fire Chief and WiLL Vice President of Sales, Chad Dolphin, sits down with Adam to discuss all things firefighting – from its history to the process once at a firecall to the culture and pride that surrounds local volunteer fire departments. Be sure to check Part 2 of this conversation during WiLLcast Episode 15.  Learn more about WiLLcast and Wisconsin Lighting Lab at WiLL...

Get inside Brian's head as host Adam Rupp is joined by WiLL's drummer and controls engineer to talk everything from IoT and AWS to lighting controls and taking stuff apart. Plus, Brian puts Adam on the spot and picks his brain on podcasting and Wisconsin manufacturing. Tune in to get the full story, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on the latest WiLLcast episodes.  Learn more about WiLLc...

Join host Adam Rupp as he welcomes back Nick Puddy, WiLL Senior Applications Engineer and (more importantly?) Resident Brewmaster. Nick provides a WiLL Brew Lab update, gives insight into the maintenance required to brew, and shares his current favorites. 

WiLLcast is excited to welcome Wisconsin native and professional race car driver Josh Bilicki. He recently sat down with Host Adam Rupp to talk about all things racing - from social media to fitness to race car simulators. Tune in to get the full story and subscribe to stay up-to-date on the latest WiLLcast episodes. 

Adam is joined by resident Brewmaster and Sr. Application Engineer Nick Puddy to talk all things home brewing and share some of the behind-the-scenes secrets of WiLL Brew Lab. During this WiLLcast, they'll discuss the home brewing process, the chemistry of brewing, as well as some of Nick's favorite brewers and beers. 

During this WiLLcast, Adam is joined by Jeff Musilek, Account Manager for Crescent Electric Supply Company, to discuss Jeff's unique background, the role of distributors, and doing sales differently. Adam wraps up the episode with a round of rapid-fire questions for Jeff that range from favorite design software to the most underrated lighting applications. 

During this WiLLcast, Adam is joined by Matt Gross of Excel Engineering to discuss the role of electrical engineering in LED lighting projects. Adam and Matt discuss a variety of topics including power management, surge protection, technology trends, and more. 

During this WiLLcast, Adam is joined by Mike Selner, New Business Development & Sales Manager for Muza Metal Products, to discuss Muza, Wisconsin manufacturing, automation technology, talent management, and more! Listen in to learn more. 

During this WiLLcast, Adam is joined by Mike Schoenborn, Lighting Solutions Architect Engineer for WPG Americas Inc., to discuss technology currently impacting and influencing the LED lighting industry.