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The Industrialist - A Podcast by Altix Consulting

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Altix Co-founders, Yannick Schilly, CEO of Altix and an industry veteran himself, and Anne Cappel, CMO of Altix, sit down with manufacturing leaders, founders, and owners as they share their incredible stories, told from an owner’s perspective of accountability, learning the ropes, difficult decisions, and navigating crises with full responsibility for their family’s business and the countless families who work for them. These real manufacturing leaders will share their experiences, challenges, and how they navigated them, as well as the strategies that drove their companies forward. We belie...

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Can Love Make You a Better CEO? Bob Grote Thinks So. A Conversation with Bob Grote, CEO of Grote Company 11.06.2026 58:31

Greetings, industrial enthusiasts! Welcome to a new episode of The Industrialist Podcast. Today, we have the distinct pleasure of welcoming Bob Grote , Owner and CEO of Grote Company , a global leader in food processing and automation solutions serving some of the world's most recognized food manufacturers. As a second-generation family business leader, Bob has built his leadership philosophy...

Spinning Innovation, Driving Growth: A Conversation with Mercè Girbau, CEO of Girbau Group 02.02.2026 1:04:18

Greetings, industrial enthusiasts! Welcome to a new episode of The Industrialist Podcast . Today, we have the distinct pleasure of welcoming Mercè Girbau , President and CEO of Girbau Group , a global leader in industrial and commercial laundry solutions. Merce has guided Girbau through decades of growth and international expansion, fostering innovation, operational excellence, and a deep commitme...

Cooking Up Innovation and Culture: A Conversation with Rob Connelly, Executive Chairman of Henny Penny 21.08.2025 1:00:49

Greetings, industrial enthusiasts! Welcome to a new episode of The Industrialist Podcast. Today, we have the distinct pleasure of welcoming Rob Connelly, Executive Chairman and former CEO of Henny Penny Corporation—a company known not only for its cutting-edge foodservice equipment, but also for its world-class culture and remarkable legacy. Rob joined Henny Penny two decades ago and led the compa...

Entrepreneurial Legacy and the Power of Mentorship: A Conversation with Pascal Teurquetil, President of TEPAJYA 26.06.2025 1:23:28

Greetings, industrial enthusiasts! Welcome to another compelling episode of The Industrialist Podcast . Today, we are delighted to welcome Pascal Teurquetil, a passionate and visionary industrial leader whose career has been shaped by values, long-term thinking, and a deep commitment to people and purpose. Today, he channels his experience into a bold new chapter with All Interests Aligned , an i...

Building a Global Aerospace Powerhouse: A Conversation with Dieter Moeller, Owner & CEO of RH Aero Systems 04.02.2025 1:07:33

Greetings, industrial enthusiasts! Welcome to a captivating episode of "The Industrialist Podcast." Today, we’re honored to welcome Dieter Moeller, Chairman and CEO of RH Aero Systems and visionary second-generation leader carrying forward the legacy of his father, Heinz Dieter Moeller, a German immigrant who founded Rhinestahl in 1967. What began as a small machine shop has evolved und...

Driving Precision, Fueling Innovation: A Conversation with Patrick Stober, Third-Generation Leader of STOBER 07.11.2024 1:00:03

Greetings industrial enthusiasts! Welcome to another engaging episode of The Industrialist Podcast . Today, we are thrilled to have Patrick Stober, a third-generation leader of STOBER, join us. STOBER is a globally renowned manufacturer specializing in precision gearboxes, motors, and drive systems. Headquartered in Germany, STOBER has built a stellar reputation for engineering excellence and unco...

Revolutionizing Food Production: A Deep Dive with 80 Acres Farms Co-Founders Tisha Livingston and Mike Zelkind 16.08.2024 1:09:06

Join us today as we welcome Tisha Livingston and Mike Zelkind, visionary Co-Founders of 80 Acres Farms, a pioneering force in the indoor farming revolution. Based in Hamilton, Ohio, 80 Acres Farms redefines sustainable agriculture by producing a wide variety of crops year-round, entirely indoors, and powered by 100% renewable electricity. Their advanced vertical farming techniques enable them to g...

Protecting Heroes, Powering Excellence: A Conversation with Steve Schwartz, Owner & CEO of LION Group 16.05.2024 1:25:40

Join us today as we welcome Steve Schwartz, Co-Owner and CEO of LION GROUP, a family-owned global powerhouse established in 1898 and headquartered in Dayton, Ohio. Catering to municipal, state, federal, and military clients worldwide, LION GROUP pioneers innovative solutions in personal protective equipment (PPE), uniform, and training, ensuring customers stay 'Ready For Action'. With 1...

From a Motorcycle Garage to a Global Player with 13 Locations and 1,500 Team Members - A Conversation with Beau Easton, Owner & COO of Meyer Tool 28.03.2024 59:57

Greetings industrial enthusiasts! Welcome to a captivating episode of "The Industrialist Podcast." Today, we are privileged to host Beau Easton, the second-generation Owner and COO of Meyer Tool, and a dynamic force behind a high-tech manufacturing company that has significantly impacted the aerospace and gas turbine engine industries for over 70 years. Beau’s journey is a testament to...