Lisa Ryan

The Manufacturers Network

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The Manufacturers’ Network is where manufacturing leaders, plant managers, and industry innovators come to talk straight about what’s working and what’s not, on the shop floor and beyond. Each week, host Lisa Ryan sits down with people who live and breathe this business: operations executives, HR directors, engineers, and founders who are building stronger teams and smarter systems in the face of nonstop change. Listeners gain real-world insights on:• Employee retention and workforce engagement• Automation, AI, and the future of skilled trades• Supply chain and operations leadership• Safety, s...

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Lisa Ryan

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Embracing Digital Technology in Industrial Hygiene with Mona Shum 15.01.2024 22:45

Welcome to The Manufacturers Network podcast with your host, Lisa Ryan. In this episode, Lisa interviews Mona Shum, owner and principal industrial hygienist at AURA Health and Safety. Mona's extensive experience in exposure assessment, indoor air quality investigations, and environmental public health brings valuable insights into occupational health and safety within the manufacturing sector. Mon...

Enhancing Manufacturing Efficiency with an IoT Platform with Mike Bowers 01.01.2024 28:47

Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturers Network Podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, Mike Bowers. Mike is the chief architect at Faircom, with over 35 years of experience in software development and architecture. His knowledge extends to the database revolution, manufacturing 4.0, the industrial internet of things, Edge computing, and data integration. So M...

Innovations in Waste Management and Sustainability with Heather Johnson 16.10.2023 23:01

Connect with Heather: Website: www.pureingenium.com Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturers Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, Heather Johnson. Heather is the CEO of Ingenium and has over 25 years of experience in hazardous waste management. Her innovative sustainability and waste management approach has positioned Ingenium as an industry leader i...

The Battle Against Cybercrime: James Fair Reveals Common Threats Faced by Manufacturers 18.09.2023 28:42

Connect with James Fair Website: executech.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmfair/ Lisa Ryan: Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. Our guest today is James Fair. James is an IT and cybersecurity veteran with 35 years of experience. He's held every role from entry-level tech to senior VP, and now he's working in cybersecurity. James, welcome to the show. James Fair:  Th...

Maximizing ROI in Manufacturing: The Hidden Opportunity of R&D Tax Credits with Casey Barka 04.09.2023 29:36

Connect with Casey Barka: Website: www.striketax.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseybarka/ Lisa Ryan::  Hey. It's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the manufacturer's network podcast. I'm here today with Casey Barker. Casey is an R&D tax credit expert with 20 years of industry knowledge and nine years of proven experience calculating R&D tax credits for major accounting and financial...

Felt Marketing for Manufacturers: Uncomplicating Success in the Manufacturing World with Allison DeFord 21.08.2023 28:17

Connect with Allison DeFord: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisondeford/ Email: allison@feltmarketing.com Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, Allison DeFord. Allison is the founder and trailblazer at felt marketing for manufacturers, and also an expert on the manufacturing MA Masters platform and t...

Revitalizing Manufacturing Brands for Growth: Insights with Ed Delia 07.08.2023 25:34

Connect with Ed Delia: edelia@delianet.com Website: Delianet.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddelia/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturers Network podcast. I'm here today with Ed Delia. Ed is president of Delia Associates, a B2B brand growth firm based in White House, New Jersey. As a second generation of the firm founded by his father, Ed and his team of 12...

Overcoming Common Manufacturing Mistakes with ERP with Nick Foy 10.07.2023 26:34

Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. Our guest today is Nick Foy. Nick is the founder, CEO, and Chief Evangelist of Silverdale Technology, which provides access to world-class processes, systems, and change management methods, regardless of the size or budget. Democratizing ERP, he has over 30 years of experience in business and technology consulting...

From Piles to Smiles: Improving Manufacturing Culture with Vince Sassano 05.06.2023 29:00

Connect with Vince: Website: https://3dspc.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prodotrak/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, Vince Sassano. Vince is the CEO of Strategic Performance Company, SPC. A leading provider of software and consulting services that enable manufacturers to increase throughput,...

Breaking the Stigma: Why Autistic Workers Make Great Employees in Manufacturing with Peter Mann 29.05.2023 32:19

Connect with Peter Mann LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-mann/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, Peter Mann. Peter Mann is the CEO & Founder of Virginia-based Oransi, a leading air purification company known for its efficient, intuitive, and reliable products for consumers, schools, organiz...

Sustainability and Manufacturing: How New Technologies Can Help Save the Planet with Renan Devillieres 22.05.2023 28:52

Connect with Renan Devillieres Website: https://www.oss.ventures/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renan-devillieres/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network Podcast. Our guest today is Renan Devillieres. Renan is the visionary Founder and CEO of OSS Ventures, who is dedicated to shaping the future of the manufacturing sector through startups and innovativ...

The Human Connection in Manufacturing: Bridging the Gap between Operations and Supply Chain Management with Tom Pierce 15.05.2023 28:12

Connect with Tom Pierce: Email: Tom@i2s.us Website: https://i2s.us/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-pierce-6799b356/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce today's guest, Tom Pierce. Tom is the President of Integrated Information Systems with decades of experience; Tom brings a unique perspective to solving complex pr...

The Surprising Ways AI is Making its Mark on the Supply Chain Industry with Jonathan Porter 08.05.2023 29:52

Connect with Jonathan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanpporter/ Website: https://www.porterlogic.com/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, Jonathan Porter. Jonathan Porter, a renowned supply chain professional, is the founder and CEO of PorterLogic, the supply chain stack for ambitious brands. A...

Solving the Complexities of B2B eCommerce with Arno Ham 01.05.2023 29:29

Connect with Arno Ham: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arnoham/ Website: https://www.sana-commerce.com/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network Podcast. Our guest today is Arno Ham. Arno is the Chief Product Officer of Sana Commerce. Sana helps manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers succeed by fostering lasting relationships with customers who depend...

From Supply Chain Issues to Productivity Gains with John Abplanalp 10.04.2023 29:54

Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan, and welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, John Abplanalp. John is the president and founder of Tight Lines Advisors consultancy, which focuses on optimizing manufacturing performance. So John, welcome to the show, John Abplanalp : Lisa. Thank you very much. I'm delighted to be here. Lisa Ryan:  Please sha...

Industry 4.0 and Beyond: The Role of AI in Manufacturing with Bryan DeBois 03.04.2023 26:41

Connect with Bryan DeBois: Rovisys: https://www.rovisys.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-debois/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, Bryan DeBois. Bryan is the Director of Industrial AI at RoviSys, a leading global system integrator for manufacturing and industrial clients. With 20+ years of...

Unlocking the Power of Data: A Guide to Digital Transformation for Manufacturers with Vinny Maurici 27.03.2023 32:48

Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network Podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, Vinny Maurici. Vinny heads up the data engineering practice at ObjectEdge, a digital consultancy based in the Bay Area of California. He brings over 15 years of experience launching data programs for Enterprise and Fortune 500 B2B manufacturers and distributors. Vinny, wel...

Revolutionizing Business Culture: Strategies for Building a Customer-Centric Organization with Brandon Bartneck 20.03.2023 28:10

Connect with Brandon Bartneck: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce you to our guest today, Brandon Bartneck. Brandon is Vice President and General Manager at Edison Manufacturing, and Engineering, a low-volume contract manufacturing partner focused on capital-light asse...

The Technical Side and the Personal Side of Workplace Culture with Tom Hatton and John Ballinger of Clean Vapor 27.02.2023 33:25

Connect with Tom Hatton and John Ballinger: Tom Hatton: thatton@cleanvapor.com John Ballinger: jballinger@cleanvapor.com Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce you to two guests on the show today, Tom Hatton and John Ballinger. Tom is the CEO of Clean Vapor, a radon and vapor intrusion mitigation company. He's worked in the env...

The Power of A Positive Workplace Culture with Steven Blue 20.02.2023 27:56

Connect with Steve Blue LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenblue/ Website: https://www.stevenlblue.com/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, Steve Blue. Steve is President and CEO of Miller Ingenuity, which is a high-tech company in the transportation space. He's also the bestselling author of five bo...

How a Screw Machine Won World War II - Fascinating Facts about Precision Machining with Noah Graff 28.11.2022 32:50

Connect with Noah Graff: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-graff-b7169a1/ Website: https://todaysmachiningworld.com Podcast: https://todaysmachiningworld.com/swarfcast/ Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, Noah Graff. Noah is the host of SwarfCast, a podcast that helps professionals in precision machining excel in th...

Creating an Enjoyable Complaints Journey in Manufacturing with Jim Tincher 21.11.2022 29:30

Connect with Jim Tincher: Website: www.heartofthecustomer.com. Email: Jim@heartofthecustomer.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimtincher/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce you today to Jim Tincher. Jim sees the world through the eyes of the customers. He's a nationally recognized customer experience expert, keynot...

Manufacturing Sustainability with Julia Goldstein 14.11.2022 28:24

Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network Podcast. Our guest today is Julia Goldstein. Julia is an award-winning author and business owner on a mission to make manufacturing more environmentally responsible. Her company, J L F G Communications, helps manufacturers connect business environmental action and effective communication. Julia holds a Ph. D. in material s...

Essential Branding Strategies with Jim Huebner 07.11.2022 30:25

Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce our guest today, Jim Huebner. Jim is the founder and CEO of Huebner Integrated Marketing, a 33-year-old firm dedicated to helping companies become more relevant to their customers and more profitable. From the world's leading recreational and emergency vehicle manufacturers to specialty ba...

Disaster Preparedness for Manufacturers with Tracy Wieder 31.10.2022 25:43

Connect with Tracy Wieder: Email: TWieder@med.miami.edu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-wieder-a8a65a12a/ Lisa Ryan:  Hey, it's Lisa Ryan. Welcome to the Manufacturer's Network podcast. I'm excited to introduce you to our guest today, Tracy Wieder. Tracy has worked in the field of biomedical research for 30 years, starting as a lab technician, then moving into lab manager roles, l...