Material Handling Masters Podcast

Communication in the Workplace In this episode of MHEDA Talks, host Shari Altergott, CEO of  The CX Edge , sits down with Pamela Barnum—former undercover police officer, federal prosecuting attorney, and now a highly sought-after communication expert. Pamela, a featured speaker at MHEDA’s upcoming Emerging Leaders Conference , shares her expertise on building trust, decoding nonverbal communicatio...

Supporting Employee Wellness in a Post-Pandemic Workplace With mental health emerging as a top priority in the workplace, this episode explores how companies are evolving their approach to employee wellness. From implementing Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) to expanding counseling access and wellness initiatives, leaders share how they’re creating cultures of care and support. Guests discuss t...

Uncertainty Brings Opportunity In this episode of MHEDA Talks, host Shari Altergott, CEO of  The CX Edge , sits down with Gene Marks, President of The Marks Group and featured speaker at the upcoming MHEDA Convention later this month. Gene shares timely insights on the top challenges facing businesses in 2025, including economic uncertainty, labor shortages, tax shifts, and the rapid evolution of...

In the April 2025 Economic Advisory Report, MHEDA presents insights from ITR Economics specifically focused on the material handling industry. The MHEDA Quarterly Economic Report, published by ITR Economics, provides an in-depth look into the latest economic data and forecasts. This report is designed to equip MHEDA members with critical insights to help navigate market trends, understand economic...

Economic Indicators Used to Warn of a Slowdown As companies navigate an uncertain economic landscape, industry leaders are closely monitoring a variety of signals—real estate activity, warehouse construction starts, unemployment rates, and ITA data—to better anticipate market shifts. This episode explores how those indicators are shaping business strategy and hiring decisions going into 2025. Gues...

Leading Change Management In this episode of MHEDA Talks, host Shari Altergott, CEO of The CX Edge , speaks with Andrea Jones, CEO of The Executagility Company and Principal at Andrea Jones Consulting (AJC) and an upcoming speaker at the MHEDA Convention in April. They discuss the concept of change management, the challenges organizations face when implementing change, and practical strategies for...

Cybersecurity in the Age of Automation With automation and AI playing a larger role in day-to-day operations, cybersecurity has become a top concern for businesses across the material handling industry. This episode explores how leaders are implementing company-wide training programs, strict access controls, and advanced email security measures to defend against potential breaches. Learn how your...

Adopting Emerging Technologies: Challenges and Opportunities In this Table Trends episode, hear from experienced executives as they share insights into integrating new technologies into their businesses. Topics include safety innovations, overcoming the fear of change within teams, customer hesitations, and the transformative role of AI tools in day-to-day operations. Discover how to stay competit...

Preparing for ProMat 2025 with Daniel McKinnon In this episode, Katie Richards interviews Daniel McKinnon to explore the exciting world of ProMat 2025 and its impact on the material handling industry. Daniel shares his journey into the exhibitions industry and how his passion for connecting people and ideas has shaped his career. He offers an insider’s perspective on what makes ProMat a must-atten...

Inside MHEDA: A Conversation with Darin Boik In this episode, Katie Richards sits down with Darin Boik to explore his professional journey and insights into the material handling industry. Darin reflects on his early career experiences, from working in produce fields to his transition into automation and sales. He shares how his technical background has shaped his leadership style and how Advanced...

In the January 2025 Economic Advisory Report, MHEDA presents insights from ITR Economics specifically focused on the material handling industry. The MHEDA Quarterly Economic Report, published by ITR Economics, provides an in-depth look into the latest economic data and forecasts. This report is designed to equip MHEDA members with critical insights to help navigate market trends, understand econom...

Inside MHEDA: New Initiatives & Future Direction In this episode of MHEDA Talks, host Shari Altergott, Chief Experience Officer of The CX Edge , sits down with Jeannette Walker to discuss her first year leading the organization and shares key initiatives that have shaped MHEDA’s future direction. They discuss MHEDA’s efforts to deeply understand the three primary industry segments—Industrial T...

Economic Advisory Report – October 2024 In the October 2024 Economic Advisory Report, MHEDA presents insights from ITR Economics specifically focused on the material handling industry. The MHEDA Quarterly Economic Report, published by ITR Economics, provides an in-depth look into the latest economic data and forecasts. This report is designed to equip MHEDA members with critical insights to help n...

Pivot Paths in Your Career by Brittany Neish In this episode of MHEDA Talks, Shari Altergott, Chief Experience Officer of The CX Edge, talks with Brittany Neish about navigating pivotal moments in one’s career. They discuss the importance of defining core values, building strong networks, and setting intentional professional goals. Brittany also shares her insights on overcoming challenges, achiev...

Economic Indicators Used to Warn of a Slowdown In this last Table Trends episode focusing on the 2024 Material Handling Business Trend: Economic Uncertainty, join MHEDA Board Members as they explore relationship building opportunities, cash management strategies, and digital marketing approaches. Learn more about navigating economic uncertainty in the material handling industry here. Featured Gues...

AI & the Future of Work by Buddy Bockweg In this episode of MHEDA Talks, host Shari Altergott, Chief Experience Officer of The CX Edge , talks with Buddy Bockweg to explore the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the material handling industry. Buddy shares insights into how AI is reshaping business processes, the importance of data, and the challenges of implementing automa...

Which KPIs Indicate the Economy is Slowing Down? In this episode of Table Trends, industry experts continue to dive into the 2024 Material Handling Business Trend: Economic Uncertainty. Join MHEDA Board Members as they explore crucial performance indicators signaling an economic slowdown, share insights on emerging market trends, and discuss strategies for diversification. Learn more about navigat...

Building a Data Driven Talent Strategy by Alex Chausovsky In this episode of MHEDA Talks, host Shari Altergott, Chief Experience Officer of The CX Edge , sits down with Alex Chausovsky to discuss how to build a data driven talent strategy tailored to today’s labor market. The conversation addresses the evolving preferences of workers, the return to labor market normalcy, and the importance of alig...

Economic Advisory Report – July 2024 In the July 2024 Economic Advisory Report, MHEDA presents insights from ITR Economics specifically focused on the material handling industry. The MHEDA Quarterly Economic Report, published by ITR Economics, provides an in-depth look into the latest economic data and forecasts. This report is designed to equip MHEDA members with critical insights to help navigat...

Key Performance Indicators Used To Measure Business Performance In MHEDA’s first episode of Table Trends, we bring you an exclusive discussion with MHEDA Board Members as they dissect the 2024 Material Handling Business Trend: Economic Uncertainty. Learn from industry thought leaders about key performance indicators that are crucial for monitoring progress and understanding customer needs. Feature...

Leading with Relationships by Jason Lauritsen In this episode of MHEDA Talks, Shari Altergott, Chief Experience Officer of The CX Edge , interviews Jason Lauritsen about the importance of leading with relationships in today’s workplace. They discuss how treating work as a relationship can promote organizational success by focusing on employee well-being and engagement. Jason highlights strategies...

Emerging Leaders by Garrett King, Rod Szalay, and Stephanie Garrett In this episode of MHEDA Talks, Shari Altergott, Chief Experience Officer of The CX Edge , interviews Garrett King , Rod Szalay , and Stephanie Garrett , previous attendees of the Emerging Leaders Conference to discuss their journeys within the material handling industry. The conversation highlights their experiences, personal gro...

Dive into the April 2024 Economic Advisory Report with MHEDA to understand the latest trends affecting the material handling industry. This episode covers economic shifts, market challenges, and growth prospects for distributors, suppliers, and manufacturers.

Discover how introverts can excel in sales and leadership with insights from Matthew Pollard on MHEDA Talks. This episode dives into strategies that play to the strengths of introverts, offering practical techniques to improve performance and connect authentically in the material handling industry.

Get an exclusive preview of MODEX 2024 with insights from Daniel McKinnon on MHEDA Talks. This episode covers the latest trends, technologies, and innovations that will be showcased at MODEX, one of the material handling industry’s events.