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Host Dean Phillips is joined by Mike Devereaux from Wipfli for a deep dive into the future of manufacturing, navigating economic uncertainty, and key tax strategies that could impact your business in 2025 and beyond. From R&D tax credit to critical tax law changes, Mike breaks it all down to help you stay ahead.

"…A partner in shaping the future of our company and our industry."  In this special PMA District Leadership episode of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast, host Dean Phillips welcomes Tom Boss, Senior Manager at Termax Corporation and Past Chair of PMA's Chicago District. Tom shares his forward-looking perspective on the next five years in manufacturing, stressing the need for flexibility in res...

"…Strong relationships, strategic adaptation and collaboration are key to thriving in today's fast-moving manufacturing world…" In this special PMA District Leadership episode of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast, host Dean Phillips speaks with Mike Wine, Project Manager at Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, and Director of the PMA Southern New England District.  With nearly a decade at...

"We all have a part to play in building the future workforce." In this special PMA District Leadership episode of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast, host Dean Phillips sits down with Manny Resendes, Engineering and Tool Room Manager at Larson Tool & Stamping Company, and Chair of the PMA New England District.  Manny shares his inspiring journey into manufacturing, sparked at age 14 during a tra...

"…Adaptation, education and collaboration will shape the destiny of manufacturing across borders." In this special PMA District Leadership edition of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast, host Dean Phillips welcomes Salvador Ramirez, VP and General Manager of Pridgeon & Clay's Mexico operations, and director of the PMA Mexico District.  Salvador shares his five-year outlook on manufacturing and vi...

"…If we want this industry to thrive, it starts at the community level."   In this special PMA District Leadership episode of the Destiny of Manufacturing podcast, host Dean Phillips is joined by Philip Chacko of Dallas Industries and Vice Chair of PMA's East Michigan District. Philip shares how the district is experiencing a resurgence, with a renewed focus on meaningful events, student outreach...

Join Dean Phillips as he sits down with Joe Barr, plant manager at Mursix Corporation, to discuss the future of the industry. They explore the resurgence of manufacturing in the U.S., the impact of workforce shifts and the role of AI and technology in training and process improvements. Joe shares insights on closing the skills gap, the importance of vocational education, and how new generations ar...

In this episode of The Destiny of Manufacturing Podcast, host Dean Phillips sits down with Steve Netsman, Founder and CEO of iBusiness Technologies, to explore how digital learning platforms like The Connected Apprentice are revolutionizing workforce training. They discuss the evolving expectations of apprentices and employers, the role of AI in manufacturing, and how technology is streamlining ed...

Dean Phillips, Director of Technical Training at the Precision Metalforming Association, discusses his role with PMA, the technical training offerings at PMA, including in-plant and virtual training, as well as upcoming technical training programs including the PMA Metal Stamping Technology Conference coming up in Nashville in January 2025. Dean joined the PMA staff as director of technical traini...

Chris Zuzick is the Vice President at Waukesha Metal Products and spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.

Ben McGuire is the Vice President of Sales at Amada Press System America and spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.

Randy Kish PMA's membership engagement manager and spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.

Jake Hall, aka The Manufacturing Millennial, and David Klotz, president at PMA, spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.

Adrian Little is the President at JETechnology Solutions, Inc. and spoke with Brad Kuvin at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.

Mike Stratis is the Vice President of Sales at Fastfeed Corporation and a district officer for PMA's Cleveland District. He spoke with Randy Kish at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.

Lisa is the Founder and Chief Appreciation Strategist at Grategy and host of the Manufacturers' Network Podcast. She spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.

Scott Mackenzie is the host of Industrial Talk podcast and spoke with Brad Kuvin at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.

Brock Strunk is the Chief Engineer at Epic Aircraft, LLC and spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.

Adam Briggs is the President and COO of Trans-Matic Mfg. Co and spoke with Dean Phillips at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, FL.

PMA Destiny Mfg EP 0725 - Drew Allen - Grace Technologies

PMA Destiny Mfg EP 0724 - Larry Dickens - NASG

PMA Destiny Mfg EP 0723 - Art Hedrick - Dieology

PMA Destiny Mfg EP 0722 - Jason Vanzin - Right Hand Technology Group

PMA Destiny Mfg EP 0721 - Gregg Boucher - Ulbrich PMA Gregg Boucher COO Ulbrich Chairman PMA  Gregg Boucher, Group Chief Operating Officer of Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, has risen to the top through unwavering commitment and strategic acumen. He first joined Ulbrich in 1986 as a Field Sales Representative. In just three years, he became General Manager of the firm's west coast servi...

PMA Destiny Mfg EP 0720 - Donna Peterson - World Innovators As a passionate advocate for leveraging technology in marketing, my mission is to inspire B2B industrial brands to unlock their potential using innovative Al solutions like ChatGPT. With over 20 years of experience in media buying, strategic email marketing, and content creation, l've helped numerous businesses enhance their marketing str...