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Did you know you could be leaving tens—or even hundreds—of thousands of dollars on the table every year? Most manufacturers don't realize the incredible potential of grants to fund new projects, invest in equipment, and upskill their workforce. In this episode of Buy the Numbers, we're breaking down everything you need to know about manufacturing grants, with insights from Micki Vandeloo, a season...

On this episode of  Buy the Numbers , I sit down with Josh McKain to talk about his 3.5-step framework—the process he uses to help companies turn their goals into  results .  Josh shares how he starts every project by aligning teams, often uncovering surprising gaps in understanding. From there, his framework guides teams through assessing their capacity, building a strategic roadmap, and staying...

"A good banker understands your business's financial picture. They understand your balance sheet. They understand what your cashflow looks like. They have an understanding of what your needs are."  In this episode, I sit down with Jace Dawson—the Commercial Regional Executive for Simmons Bank—to explore how manufacturing businesses can manage cashflow, secure financing, and grow strategically by l...

When it comes to purchasing machinery, the decision isn't always as simple as cash or financing—it's a strategic move that can shape the future of your business.  In this episode of Buy the Numbers, Ty Willis joins me to break down equipment financing, Section 179 tax benefits, and how to make smart purchasing decisions. Should you leverage financing to preserve cash flow or invest upfront for inc...

What's the best way to transition a family business? Should you inherit it—or buy it outright? In this episode, we're continuing my conversation with Nicole Wolter to explore the challenges and opportunities of buying versus inheriting your family business. Nicole's journey is one of intentionality and vision. She's not just thinking about taking over the reins of her family business—she's reimagi...

Nicole Wolter is the President & CEO of HM Manufacturing. Most of you are probably familiar with her name—and for good reason. She is an industry  powerhouse . In this episode of  Buy the Numbers , she takes us on a raw and insightful journey through the trials, triumphs, and tough conversations that define her experience as the second-generation leader of a manufacturing company.  Nicole opens up...

Curious about buying, building, or selling a machine shop? In this episode of Buy the Numbers, Investor and CNC Machine Shop Owner Mike Fritz breaks down his strategies for structuring deals, increasing business value, and overcoming the challenges of acquisition.  Mike also drops actionable insights on how to position your company for sale, maximize cash flow, and decouple the business from owner...

Manufacturing isn't just about making parts—it's about making smarter, data-driven decisions. In the first episode of Buy the Numbers, Greg McHale, founder and CEO of Datanomix, shares how real-time production data can unlock efficiency and profitability.  Drawing from his background in enterprise analytics, Greg offers practical insights on using machine and ERP data to align manufacturing operat...