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Episode 125: Discussing FRP Mold Care, Prep, and Setup with Andrew Pokelwaldt

This week, Andrew Pokelwaldt, director of certifications for the ACMA joins me to discuss mold and tool care, prep, and setup for FRP composite production.  Andrew will be joining me each month on the show to discuss different topics related to composites training and education.  The ACMA’s education hub can be accessed at http://www.acmaeducationhub.org. There you’ll…

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Episode 124: Called to Serve – Interview with New ICPA Members Paul Ester & Charley Skinner of Artistic Marble LLC

This week I welcome Paul Ester and Charley Skinner on the podcast to talk about their company Artistic Marble LLC, one of the ICPA’s newest members.  Founded in 1993, Artistic Marble manufactures custom cultured marble products including vanity tops, tubs, and showers. Paul and Charley took over the business last year and have a real…

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Episode 123: Discussing Design Trends From This Year’s Kitchen & Bath Industry Trade Show (KBIS) 2022

This week I welcome two guest experts on the podcast from the design industry who share some trends from this year’s Kitchen and Bath Industry Show. KBIS wrapped up its first in-person show in two years last week. It’s the largest North American trade show for the kitchen and bath industry that showcases the latest…

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Episode 121: Does Your Ventilation System Need an Upgrade?

This week Kelly Debusk joins me on the podcast to discuss some basics for resolving ventilation issues. In today’s environment, manufacturers face growing regulations from the EPA and OSHA; regulations that have the potential to hinder the operations of companies in our industry. Understanding the basics of the systems affected is critical. Kelly wrote a great…

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Episode 120: How to Build a Remarkable Brand That Wins Loyal Customers

This week Mike Jones, author of the new book You are Remarkable: Unlock your authentic brand to win loyal customers joins me on the podcast to share some tactical advice on how to unlock your company’s brand based on your values and vision.  Remarkable brands require authenticity and a die-hard commitment to values and purpose. Mike Jones…

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Episode 117: Interview with Brad Crutchleo of Custom Marble Solutions

This week Brad Crutchleo of Custom Marble Solutions in Dayton Ohio joins me on the podcast to discuss their story as a company in this industry. They recently rejoined the ICPA as a member and you can learn more about their company by visiting https://www.custommarblesolutions.com. 

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Episode 116: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You

This week Mark Herschberg joins me on our final podcast of the year to discuss his recent book The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You.  Mark has spent his career launching and fixing new ventures at startups, Fortune 500s, and academia. He’s developed new software languages, online marketplaces, new authentication systems,…

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Episode 115: Interview with Doug Westmoreland of Mincey Marble

This week, Doug Westmoreland joins me on the podcast. Doug is the chief operating officer at Mincey Marble Manufacturing, Inc., in Gainesville, GA.  He has more than three decades in the industrial world from sales to management to owning his own companies. His involvement in the world of marble goes back to the mid-1980s when…

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Episode 104: TikTok Marketing for Business Owners – How to Grow Customer Sales From One of the World’s Leading Platforms

TikTok has become the fastest growing social media app in the world and one of the fastest apps to reach a billion subscribers in history. What many business owners may not realize is it offers an unprecedented opportunity for businesses to promote their products to a younger audience of prospects & customers.  On this episode,…

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Episode 103: Interviews From POLYCON 2021

On this episode, we’ll be featuring guest interviews at POLYCON 2021 in Salt Lake City, Utah.  These include an interview with Andrew Pokelwaldt, of the ACMA, and Brannon Pittman of HK Research discussing Gelcoat issues.  You can reach out to either of them with questions by emailing Andrew at APokelwaldt@acmanet.org or Brannon at bpittman@hkresearch.com. I’ll…

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