336- There is no digital transformation only transformers. Fact or fiction?

Mark Ellestad Mark Ellestad serves as Director of IT and Digital Transformation at Moses Lake Industries, a chemical manufacturing company supporting the semiconductor industry. He is also co-founder of Better Tools LLC, providing consulting and coaching services. With experience as both an educator and technology leader, Mark brings unique perspectives on learning, leadership and digital transformation. From Teaching to Transformation: Mark Ellestad’s Journey in Manufacturing IT How can manufacturing companies embrace digital transformation while maintaining quality and consistency? In this episode, Mark Ellestad, Director of IT and Digital Transformation at Moses Lake Industries, shares insights on implementing agile methodologies in manufacturing environments, the importance of continuous learning, and his vision for the future of IT leadership. Mark discusses how combining AI with agile decision-making can transform traditional manufacturing while managing change resistance.