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Episode 141: Interview with Megan Multanen, Founder of Women in the Composites Industry

July 11, 2022 Jonathan 00:23:14

This week I welcome Megan Multanen, one of the founders of Women in the Composites Industry. Megan is the co-CEO at Bestbath based in Caldwell, Idaho. The rapid growth of composites holds great promise for many current and emerging market segments. Members of Women in the Composites Industry are an integral part of a fast-growing and committed network of women that…

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Episode 140: Discussing the Latest Innovative Product Design from Brooks Molds

June 28, 2022 Jonathan 00:32:58

This week Bobby and Tim Brooks join me on the podcast to discuss one of their newest product designs. This product is a new tile mold that they have been working on developing for months. You can see a video of it below. Brooks Molds has been a family-owned and operated business since 1999. From…

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Episode 139: Improving Quality Production & Employee Development – Discussing the Benefits of CCT Training Programs with Andrew Pokelwaldt

June 20, 2022 Jonathan 00:28:47

This week Andrew Pokelwaldt joins me on the show to discuss the Composites Certification Training programs that are offered to help improve quality production and boost employee development at every level of an organization. The ACMA’s standardized composite process training with CCT Certifications are designed for technicians, engineers, quality, safety, and technical sales personnel. Nine certification specialties…

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Episode 138: Interview with Dennis Fink with Akpa Chemical

June 14, 2022 Jonathan 00:39:19

This week I welcome Dennis Fink of Akpa Chemical to the show. Dennis is a veteran with over 40 years in the polymer industry. He is the president of Resin Research & Recovery and a consultant for Akpa Chemical. AKPA Chemical was established in 1997 and specializes in the production of Organic Peroxides, Initiators, Accelerators,…

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Episode 137: How Harley-Davidson Transformed a Tarnished Image Into An Iconic Brand

June 6, 2022 Jonathan 00:38:42

This week I welcome Robert Grede on the podcast. Robert is the author of the book Rebuilding the Brand: How Harley-Davidson Became King of the Road. In the early 1980s, Harley-Davidson was on the verge of bankruptcy. In the public’s opinion, the quality was substandard. Harleys leaked oil and were often broken down. Today, Harley-Davidson is…

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Episode 136: From Police Officers to Business Owners – Interview with Daniel Claxton and Pete Pete Ritchie of Blue Ridge Marble

June 1, 2022 Jonathan 00:32:18

This week I welcome Daniel Claxton and Pete Ritchie of Blue Ridge Marble on the show to share their story as a recent business startup, and new ICPA member. We’re super excited to have them as a part of our association.

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Episode 135: Discussing The Buzz & Polycon with Chris Hurdleston and A Great Story on the Rebuilding of Harley Davidson

May 23, 2022 Jonathan 00:27:34

This week Chris Hurdleston of ACS joins me on the show to discuss some takeaways from last month’s networking event for ICPA members in Atlanta and some of the feedback he received. We’ll also discuss Polycon which is coming up right around the corner. You can get registered at https://polyconevent.com/polycon-2021-registration. Plus, I reference a great book…

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Episode 134: Discussing ACMA CCT Certification & Training Content for Cast Polymer/ Composites Manufactures

May 12, 2022 Jonathan 00:28:02

This week Andrew Pokelwaldt joins me again on the show to discuss the ACMA’s CCT Certification and Training Content resource center that is available to members and non-members. This Education Hub is a great destination for composites resources for CCT training & testing, recorded webinars, conference proceedings, ANSI standards, regulatory information, customized manufacturing training, and…

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Episode 133: Discussing “The Buzz” Plus Selling With Stories

May 3, 2022 Jonathan 00:12:11

On this short episode, I spend a few minutes sharing my thoughts on “the Buzz” in Atlanta this past weekend. We had a great turnout and the breakout roundtable discussions were well done. Thanks to all who participated and made this weekend event possible. I’ll also share some thoughts on a great new book I’ve…

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Episode 132: Is a Recession On the Way? How to Prepare

April 25, 2022 Jonathan 00:24:32

This week, Blaine Thiederman MBA, CFP, founder of Progress Wealth Management joins me on the show to discuss the possibility of a mild recession as the Fed continues to raise interest rates. Blaine’s insights have been featured in Forbes, the Washington Post, Yahoo Finance, MarketWatch, Business Insider, and MSN. You can learn more about their services…