Techology

Episode 19: Providing The Highest Standard of Custom Molds to The Cast Polymer Industry – Interview with JB Currell

This week, I welcome JB Currell of Mercury Molds on the show to discuss his background and how his company is serving the cast polymer industry. JB has been in the composites industry for over 30 years.  He is presently Managing Director of JNJ Composites & Coatings LLC, a holding company with a focus on…

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Episode 17: Exceeding Expectations Through Continuous Improvement & Innovation – Interview with Chris Hurdleston of ACS International

This week, Chris Hurdleston of ACS International joins me on the show to talk about their company and some of the products and applications they offer to our industry. Chris has a unique background in that he owned and operated a cultured marble shop for many years before working with ACS. He’ll be sharing his own story…

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Episode 16: How to Create High-Quality Video Marketing Content on a Budget

This week I welcome Marcos Vidal of ACS International on the show to discuss how your business can create high-quality video content with little to no cost. If you’re reading this, you probably realize that videos are the most effective marketing tool to have in your arsenal in 2020. So many businesses today are using…

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Episode 14: Helping Cast Polymer Manufacturers Prevent Material Waste, Lost Time and Unnecessary Labor Costs

On this episode, I welcome Marlo Stradley of Powerblanket on the show to discuss how they are helping composite/ cast polymer manufacturers prevent material waste and labor costs through controlled temperature solutions.  Powerblanket in located in Salt Lake City, Utah and back in 2005 they started with one problem, “How do you cure concrete quickly with maximum…

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Episode 12: Low Cost Ways to Market Your Business in Turbulent Times

This week I welcome Linda Lullie on the podcast to discuss some low cost, creative ways to market your business during times like this. Linda and her husband John own Inspired 2 Design™, a full-service graphic design, printing, and web design company located in Jasper, Georgia. Linda has over 30 years of experience in the advertising and…

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Episode 10: Safety Practices to Improve Your Bottom Line and Reduce Waste – Interview with Andrew Pokelwaldt

On this episode, I am pleased to talk with Andrew Pokelwaldt. Andrew is the Director of Certification for the American Composites Manufacturers Association.  Andrew has 28 years of experience in leadership, training, and operations. In his current role at ACMA he develops, delivers and directs the composites technical fabrication training and certifications industry-wide.  His composites…

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Episode 8: Quality and Craftsmanship Since 1977 – Interview with Colin Stoesz of Award Marble

This week, I welcome Colin Stoesz of Award Marble on the show to talk about their company. His marble business is a family company established back in 1977 by his father Harold Stoesz. His family has nearly 100 collective years of experience crafting durable, long-lasting cultured marble and granite surfaces.  On this episode, Colin shares some great…

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Episode 6: Eliminating Bottlenecks Within Your Company – Interview with Will Bachman

On this episode, I’m pleased to have Will Bachman on the show to discuss the process of ongoing improvement with your company.  Will is the co-founder & Managing Partner of Umbrex https://www.umbrex.com , a global networking community connecting 650 top tier independent management consultants in 30 countries, is a management expert. He began his consulting career with…

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Episode 5: Discussing PolyTECH with Larry Branan of The R.J. Marshall Company

This week I welcome Larry Branan of The R.J. Marshall Company on the show to discuss the background of the company, and also some of their latest products. Larry has been in the industry since 1983 and joined the R.J. Marshall Company in 1994 as the S.E. District Manager. He now covers the East Coast…

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Episode 1: Discussing POLYCON 2020 with Jennifer Towner

This is our first podcast episode dedicated to the Cast Polymer industry. On this first show, I welcome Jennifer Towner, executive director of the ICPA to join us. We’ll be discussing Polycon 2020 coming up in April. The first podcast dedicated entirely to the cast polymer industry.

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