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Episode 13: How To Prepare and Thrive During Economic Downturns

This week, I welcome Jonathan Slain on our podcast to talk about the state of the construction industry in the coming months and the economic outlook on renovation, and new construction.  Having come from a background of investment banking, Jonathan helps businesses specifically in the construction industry prepare for the recession. He’s the author of Rock…

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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 7: POLYCON 2020 Postponed – Update From Luke Haas

On this special podcast episode, Luke Haas of Elite Marble joins me to share some details of POLYCON. As many of you know, this event has been postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.  As of right now, the ICPA leadership is targeting October of 2020 for POLYCON, and Luke will provide some details on this…

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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 2: How to Grow Your People & Build Quality into Workplace Systems – Interview with Luke Haas of Elite Marble Co.

On this week’s episode, I welcome Luke Haas, president of Elite Marble Co. located in Montello, WI. This company was originally started by Luke’s parents, Dan and Marlene Haas back in 1986. Luke purchased the business in 2007 and since then, he and his wife have expanded the company to include several product lines, new…

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