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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 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 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…

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Episode 129: Discussing the ICPA’s First Annual Networking Event with Jennifer Towner

April 4, 2022 Jonathan 00:20:16

On this episode, Jennifer Towner joins me to discuss “the Buzz” – the ICPA’s spring networking event coming up April 29th and 30th. If you haven’t registered already you can still do so at https://theicpa.com/the-buzz-april-in-atlanta-networking-event.

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Episode 128: How “Tiny Connections” Lead to Employee Happiness and Retention

March 28, 2022 Jonathan 00:41:05

This week I welcome Jen Nash to the podcast show. Jen is the author of the best-selling new book The Big Power of Tiny Connections: How Small Interactions Spark Awesome Outcomes. Using amazing true-life stories and scientific research on how we listen, talk, and crave connection, her new book demonstrates that making time to connect is…

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Episode 126: How to Use Google Ads to Convert Prospects Into Customers

March 13, 2022 Jonathan 00:55:34

This week, I welcome Ed Stapleton to the podcast show. Ed is the president of Clicks Geek, a PPC Agency that works with local businesses helping them get more customers. Ed will be discussing how they market their services & their proven system for bringing in more targeted prospects. You can learn more about their agency…

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

February 26, 2022 Jonathan 00:22:06

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

February 19, 2022 Jonathan 00:40:22

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…