The IronCast

Send us Fan Mail IronCast Ep. 16 | From the NFL to Equipment Sales with Don Barclay In this episode of Ironcast , we sit down with Don Barclay, former NFL offensive lineman turned John Deere equipment sales professional, to talk about his unique journey from the football field to the construction industry. Don shares how he went from being an undrafted free agent out of West Virginia University to...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The IronCast , we take the conversation straight to the jobsite with the team at SLC Excavating to explore the real-world impact of compact construction equipment. Set against an active project, this episode highlights how today’s compact machines are redefining productivity—especially in tight, challenging environments where larger equipment simply can’t operat...

Send us Fan Mail Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/TsSibmrsssw?si=8BOkkn8cq05dT3SZ In this episode of the IronCast, we go live with Kristi Ronyak, CEO, Founder, and National Executive Director of Construction Angels—the nonprofit providing immediate support to families after a construction‑site tragedy. We’re on location at the GT&E Annual Golf Classic, where this year’s event rais...

Send us Fan Mail EP 13 — John Deere Technician of the Year: John Shondelmyer In this episode of The IronCast , we sit down with a true heavyweight in the world of field service: John Shondelmyer , John Deere’s 2024 Technician of the Year and a 35-year veteran of the industry. From Doyle Equipment to Murphy Tractor to GT&E, John has seen it all... the evolution of machinery, the rise of advance...

Send us Fan Mail Celebrating Women in Construction Week, we’re proud to feature Cindy Miller, President of BERO Equipment Rental Options, in our latest podcast episode. Cindy leads a valued partner of our Harmony branch, providing essential equipment rental solutions to customers across the region. Three years ago, she purchased the company’s assets and has since driven a remarkable transformation...

Send us Fan Mail Eric Jumper’s drive to document the construction world runs far deeper than posting videos. His work connects with veterans who’ve spent 30+ years in the dirt and, at the same time, pulls younger generations toward a trade they might’ve never considered. He’s not chasing influence, he’s chasing understanding.  Don’t call him an influencer; call him a foamer, an enthusiast, a trans...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The IronCast , we sit down with Tyler Shollenberger — GTE’s Connected Support Specialist and the man keeping fleets running long before problems ever hit the jobsite. Jason pulls back the curtain on the tools, tech, and teamwork powering GT&E’s connected ecosystem, from Expert Connect to JDLink to the ever‑evolving Operation Center. Tyler shares how he went...

Send us Fan Mail Learn how Friends In Action embodies the spirit of Christmas through caring and giving to those in need, as Rob and Reba Donnelly share their journey of serving with Friends in Action. From building airstrips in jungles and drilling wells for clean water, to shipping vital supplies across the globe, their ministry supports missionaries and pastors in the hardest-to-reach places. ...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we're joined by John Jones , our Lehigh Valley Sales Representative out of the Bethlehem branch. With many years of experience selling John Deere Construction, John knows his equipment inside and out, and he's dedicated to helping his customers succeed on every jobsite. John is also an amazing photographer! Give him a follow: @deere_jones Expect: Equipment and...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to meet GT&E's PMP Division? In this episode, we sit down with Jeremiah Lowe, Director of Paving & Material Processing Division. GT&E proudly serves as the authorized Wirtgen Group dealer covering most of Pennsylvania. Jeremiah gives an inside look at what drives this division forward, from cutting edge equipment and service to the people who keep Pe...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we sit down with Geoff Ruhl (yep, that's Geoff with a G) and guest host Jay Cole to talk all things field service. From last-minute calls to keep customers moving, Geoff breaks down how the GT&E service crew makes it happen. 

Send us Fan Mail IronCast | Episode 5  This week we're hanging out with Josh Herb of Miller Bros. Construction. From how he found his way into the industry to the deep roots Miller Brothers has with GT&E as their local John Deere dealer, Josh keeps it real about career paths, construction life, family, and how he keeps the fleet running with a little help from his local CSA (and your host...

Send us Fan Mail Tune in for Ep. 4 of IronCast and learn more about your host, Jason Gillhooley! In this episode, get to know more about the life of a CSA with GT&E, and their work on building and maintaining relationships with our customers.  Guest host, Rachel Heiser, interviews Jason to detail the intricacy's in the day-to-day operations of a John Deere CSA.  

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Sam Davis, our talented co-op student to hear about his hands-on experience working in the shop at GT&E. Get ready for a deep dive into a work based learning program from the lens of an 18-year-old in the field.  Interested in exploring a co-op opportunity with us? Reach out to our Human Resources Department - contact Samantha O-Donnell-White...

Send us Fan Mail In this debut episode of The IronCast , Jay Cole, Certified Dealer Instructor at GT&E, joins us to talk in-house technician training at the corporate John Deere level, and what it takes to keep our customers up and running.  "Through Jay, we got to see what it looks like to feed his teams curiosity, those he's training, by explaining and leaning into the "why,&q...