Regulatory Compliance

Episode 80: Discussing the PolyTECH Training Sessions for POLYCON 2021 with Larry Branan and Jennifer Towner

This week Larry Branan and Jennifer Towner join me to talk about the PolyTECH training itinerary at POLYCON 2021 in Salt Lake City, Utah September 13th-15th.  POLYCON  is a 3-day convention PACKED FULL of opportunities for Business Development & Networking, Vendor Exhibits & Presentations, Breakout Sessions & Round-Table Discussions,  hands-on plant demonstrations, manufacturing plant tours, Certified Composites Technician (CCT) training, and…

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Episode 77: Harnessing The Power of Fear – Interview with Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author Patrick J. Sweeney II

On this episode, I welcome Patrick J. Sweeney II. He is the author of the Wall Street Journal Best Selling book Fear is Fuel. Patrick has been dubbed the “Fear Guru” for his work with more than 500 global CEOs, professional athletes, Navy SEALs, and corporations.  He inspires 25,000 people each year through keynote speeches…

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Episode 76: Discussing Resin Supply Chain Issues and How Manufacturers Can Prepare – Interview with Steve Wetzel & Dirk De Vuyst

On this episode, we’ll be discussing the ongoing resin supply issues with Steve Wetzel of Interplastic, and Dirk De Vuyst of International Marble LLC.  Steve will be discussing the cause of resin supply shortages. As many know, the February freeze in Texas triggered mass blackouts and led to chemical plant shutdowns that are disrupting supply chains, causing a…

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Episode 72: Interview with Beth Kubinec, Membership Coordinator for the ICPA

This week, Beth Kubinec joins me on the show to discuss her role as membership coordinator for the ICPA.  In her new position, she’ll be helping to grow our association membership as well as assisting current members with getting the most out of their ICPA membership.  Beth is a graduate of Cornell University with 23…

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Episode 67: Leadership Signals that Turn Company Culture into Competitive Advantage

This week, Jeff Grimshaw joins me on the show to discuss his book Five Frequencies: Leadership Signals that Turn Culture Into Competitive Advantage.  Your organization’s culture: It’s either an asset or a liability. At this very moment, it’s either lifting your business performance or “eating your strategy for breakfast.” How do you ensure it’s the former,…

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Episode 66: How to Become a Leader Who Matters Within Your Company and Community

This week, Dan Pontefract joins me on the show to discuss his most recent book, Lead. Care. Win., and how to become a more caring and engaging leader within your company. Every human interaction is crucial. Every exchange can be mutually beneficial. On this episode, Dan shares 9 leadership lessons on becoming a more engaging…

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Episode 65: Providing Lightweight Solutions for Cast Polymer Applications – Interview with Jessica Warner of Omya

This week, Jessica Warner of Omya joins me on the show to discuss their company and some of the products & solutions they offer to the Cast Polymer industry. One of those is a new lightweight filler called the Omyasphere 300.  It combines very low apparent density with high brightness, meaning less weight for the…

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Episode 64: US Economic Outlook for 2021 & Beyond – Interview with Economist John Dunham

This week I welcome economist John Dunham on the show to discuss the US economic outlook for 2021 and beyond. John is the President of John Dunham & Associates. John specializes in the economics of how public policy issues affect products and services. He has conducted hundreds of studies on taxes and regulation. He is…

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Episode 62: How to Maximize the Value of Your Company – Interview with Joel Strom

This week Joel Strom joins me on the show to discuss maximizing the value of your company through four pillars – financial, strategic, operational, and industry.  As a business owner and CEO, your most important role is to serve as the Chief Value Officer (CVO) and maximize the value of the company. Your goal should…

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Episode 57: How Influences and Influencers Affect & Shape Us

This week Peter Christian joins me again on the show as we discuss his latest book Influences and Influencers. Peter Christian is a veteran business consultant and is a founding partner and president at Enterprise Systems Partners Inc. a prominent business consulting company in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley. During his career, he’s worked with more than 300…

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