Survive to Thrive: CLN's Strategic Approach to US Industry Challenges with McKenzie Reed

In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, powered by Veryable, we sit down with McKenzie Reed of CLN of South Florida. McKenzie shares his journey as a mechanical engineer and co-owner of CLN, specializing in CNC router systems, and discusses the company's role in the re-shoring movement and the Made in America momentum. We explore the significant increase in domestic RFQs, the importance of reliability in industrial equipment, and the strategic importance of local support and customer service. McKenzie also provides insights into managing supply chains amid volatility and the future of U.S. manufacturing, highlighting the need for businesses to position themselves for potential growth as the market stabilizes.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to US Manufacturing Today00:35 Meet McKenzie Reed of CLN03:27 The Reshoring Movement and Made in America Momentum06:32 Challenges and Strategies in Supply Chain Management08:19 Customer Support and Service Excellence21:14 Future of US Manufacturing and Policy Impact23:13 Conclusion and Where to Learn MoreLinksMcKenzie on LinkedInCLN of South Florida⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Navigating Trump 2.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Revitalizing US Manufacturing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up on the Veryable Platform