Made in America Podcast

Made in America Podcast Welcome to the Made in America with Ari Santiago. This podcast is a great resource for manufacturing leaders. A CompassMSP production.
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Each week Ari interviews a thriving local manufacturing leader and discovers the secrets to their success.

08/02/2024

In a business like Timberlane, Inc., known for superior quality products, quality can't just be an idea, it has to be ingrained in every part of the company culture.

Listen to Rick Skidmore, Founder and CEO, explain how they do it:
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08/01/2024

Two years ago this week, we had a terrific episode with Michael Polo, Founder & President of ACMT, a global leader in aerospace manufacturing. Michael's episode proves that creativity, taking risks, and decisive problem solving can lead to big things.

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07/31/2024

Having a continuous improvement mindset sounds simple but as Rick Skidmore points out, it requires not only finding the best process, but also having the strict discipline to follow that same process every single time.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02J0Ww70
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02J0SHt0
Timberlane, Inc.

Check out the video podcast from this week's Made in America episode with Rick Skidmore, Founder and CEO of Timberlane, ...
07/30/2024

Check out the video podcast from this week's Made in America episode with Rick Skidmore, Founder and CEO of Timberlane, Inc.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02JdpqM0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02JdjWB0

This week we welcome Rick Skidmore, Founder and CEO of Timberlane. Timberlane hand-crafts beautiful, high quality wooden shutters. They have also crafted an ...

07/30/2024

Many start-ups go through a process of scaling up from the 'one-off' mindset. Figuring out a system that makes things simpler and able to scale means growth is possible.

In this clip with Rick Skidmore, Founder and CEO of Timberlane, Inc., Rick talks about the moment he discovered what scalability meant for him and his business.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02J3Dtv0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02J3Sff0

07/29/2024

This week's episode marks 5 years of the Made in America podcast!
Rick Skidmore, Founder and CEO of Timberlane, Inc. handcrafts beautiful, high-quality wooden shutters at scale. They have also crafted an incredible company culture by implementing some of the best current business theories on continuous improvement and organizational structure.

Find out more about how they do it on this week's episode.
YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02JbQW70
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02JbLhx0

Two years ago this week, we had a fantastic episode with Mike Ambrose, formerly of Sikorsky. He talked about importance ...
07/25/2024

Two years ago this week, we had a fantastic episode with Mike Ambrose, formerly of Sikorsky. He talked about importance of digital transformation for small and medium-sized manufacturers, through the lens of a large OEM.

Mike shared his own unique journey at Sikorsky and their use of digital transformation to make huge leaps forward.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fk1vZ0
Website: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fk12S0

The Made in America podcast has been around for not 1, not 2, but 3 years! In honor of our 3rd anniversary, we are excited to welcome Mike Ambrose, VP of Ent...

07/24/2024

When employees know exactly what their role is, what you expect of them in that role, and what their goals are, it's easier to feel confident and invested. That's a lesson that Park City Packaging has learned along the way.

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Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fk9gX0

Owen Polzello

07/23/2024

Ensuring people have a path to achieve more with their careers is a recipe for happy employees and high retention. On this episode, we hear from Owen Polzello, VP of Operations at Park City Packaging, about how they accomplish the ever-elusive 'high employee retention'.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fj-RC0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fj-Jv0

This week's guest, Owen Polzello, Park City Packaging, shares valuable leadership tips and a great company story.Check o...
07/22/2024

This week's guest, Owen Polzello, Park City Packaging, shares valuable leadership tips and a great company story.
Check out this week's Made in America podcast:
YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02Gz5Zq0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02Gz5gr0

There are so many fascinating niche businesses in manufacturing, and this week's episode is one of them. Park City Packaging manufactures specialty packaging...

07/19/2024

When you have facilities in multiple regions, the power of in-person meetings cannot be understated. It's an opportunity to forge and solidify trusting relationships and share ideas together in a way that far surpasses what can be accomplished online.

It's worth the time, energy, and expense!
YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fj_XB0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fj_b00

On this day last year, we introduced Rishabh Agarwal, CEO of Peer Robotics. This cool company builds robots that solve s...
07/18/2024

On this day last year, we introduced Rishabh Agarwal, CEO of Peer Robotics. This cool company builds robots that solve some of the most simple, yet time and labor consuming tasks - moving materials around your shop floor!

Peer Robotics' solutions prove that sometimes simple is best!
YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fk7LD0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fj_860

Growing up in a big manufacturing family, Rishabh Agarwal, CEO of Peer Robotics, got an early look at the challenges manufacturers are facing. Now he's worki...

07/17/2024

It's amazing what can happen when people are open to learning from each other. Sharing best practices across your organization can have dramatic effects on productivity, efficiency and morale!

Check out the full episode with Owen Polzello, VP of Operations at Park City Packaging.
YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02FjXKp0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fj-Rr0

Check out the video podcast from this week's Made in America episode with Owen Polzello, VP of Operations, Park City Pac...
07/16/2024

Check out the video podcast from this week's Made in America episode with Owen Polzello, VP of Operations, Park City Packaging.
YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02Gz7Cj0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02GzBy80

There are so many fascinating niche businesses in manufacturing, and this week's episode is one of them. Park City Packaging manufactures specialty packaging...

07/16/2024

How do you know where your attention needs to go if you're not walking the shop floor on a regular basis? Owen Polzello, VP of Operations at Park City Packaging, says that talking to people and seeing machinery issues first-hand has been vital to leading operations.

Find out many more great tips on this week's episode:
YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02FjXKl0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fj-ps0

07/15/2024

Park City Packaging's VP of Operations, Owen Polzello, shares leadership insights, company culture tips, and lessons learned in this week's episode of the Made in America podcast. Tune in for valuable advice from a young industry leader!

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fj-GB0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02Fj_7Z0

At this time last year, we heard from Tushar Shah, President of Airex Rubber Products Corp. who talked about taking over...
07/11/2024

At this time last year, we heard from Tushar Shah, President of Airex Rubber Products Corp. who talked about taking over a former multi-generational, family-owned business. This past year, Airex Rubber earned a $100k matching grant from the state for the adoption of additive technologies and advanced printing capabilities!
It seems like things are going pretty well over at Airex! Check out last year's episode here:
YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVP540
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVzxy0

Tushar Shah is the new President of Airex Rubber, having purchased the rubber parts business just a little over a year ago in 2022. He owns and operates the ...

07/10/2024

This is one sentiment we can't agree with more…networking and relationships are vital to a great business and a great career. Chris deGruchy, Principal and General Manager of Cast Rite Metal, says it perfectly.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVwwD0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVP510

07/09/2024

"People are the backbone of this company" and a great culture is how you keep them engaged and happy, says Chris deGruchy. When your business has a "dirty stigma" you have to count on word of mouth to fill new positions.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVPKn0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVPLh0

This week's guest is focused on building great relationships and solving complex business puzzles.Check out this week's ...
07/08/2024

This week's guest is focused on building great relationships and solving complex business puzzles.
Check out this week's Made in America podcast:
YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02DW9pW0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02DW3d40

In sectors of manufacturing that remain "dirty jobs", like foundries and casting, it's even more important to have a fantastic company culture, where word of...

07/05/2024

When you need a lot of customers to make your business profitable, it can make sense to acquire those customers through business acquisition. Chris deGruchy, of Cast Rite Metal, talks to Ari about this alternative means to growth.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVrBB0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVNYL0

Happy 4th of July!
07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July!

07/03/2024

Learning from your peers - both their struggles and successes - is a great way to improve your own work while developing great business relationships along the way. Principal and General Manager of Cast Rite Metal, Chris deGruchy, talks to Ari about the value of taking part in business associations.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVBcq0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVlc60

Check out the video podcast from this week's Made in America episode with Chris deGruchy, Principal and General Manager ...
07/02/2024

Check out the video podcast from this week's Made in America episode with Chris deGruchy, Principal and General Manager of Cast Rite Metal.
YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02DWb3_0
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02DW14C0

In sectors of manufacturing that remain "dirty jobs", like foundries and casting, it's even more important to have a fantastic company culture, where word of...

07/02/2024

Communication is key in so many areas of life and business. Chris deGruchy, Principal and General Manager of Cast Rite Metal, offers some tips when working with a business broker to make sure you get exactly what you're looking for.
When searching for a business to acquire, you have to be clear about your interests and expectations so you don't waste anyone's time!

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVwC40
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVwm80

07/01/2024

When your business has a "dirty stigma" you've got to focus on relationships and create an environment that's enjoyable and safe. Find out more about it on this week's episode with Chris deGruchy, Principal and General Manager of Cast Rite Metal.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVbz70
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02CVkDw0

06/28/2024

A surefire motivator for your employees is knowing that they are making an impact on the world. In the case of AtmosAir, it's easy to see how they improve people's lives on a daily basis…making healthier, safer, cleaner environments.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02Bsv990
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02BsBKH0
Steve Levine, AtmosAir

At this time last year, we discovered the life-saving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) of Defibtech. Ari talked ...
06/27/2024

At this time last year, we discovered the life-saving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) of Defibtech. Ari talked to Joe Mullaly, Senior Vice President, about their legislative work to save lives as well as their employee and patient-centric mindset.

YouTube: https://hubs.ly/Q02Bsv980
Podcast website: https://hubs.ly/Q02BsV7S0

Joe Mullally is the Senior Vice President of Defibtech, a medical device manufacturer of life-saving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). In this episod...

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