EPISODE · Sep 17, 2025 · 11 MIN
Why Manufacturing: Growth, Leadership, and the Long Game with Jim Allison
from Southwest Virginia Alliance for Manufacturing | Official Podcast Series · host The Southwest Virginia Alliance for Manufacturing
In this episode of Why Manufacturing, the podcast from the Southwest Virginia Alliance for Manufacturing (SVAM), we talk with Jim Allison, Business Development leader at Simmons Equipment Company in Lebanon, VA.Jim brings over four decades of manufacturing experience, from engineering and plant management to global safety leadership. He reflects on the lessons learned through mergers, mentorship, and machines rolling out the door, all while sharing practical advice for students, job seekers, and early-career professionals.We explore what it takes to lead with integrity, how manufacturing has evolved, and why Jim still believes it's one of the most rewarding career paths out there. Whether you’re just starting out or considering a pivot into industry, Jim’s story is a masterclass in resilience, teamwork, and growth over time.🎧 Tune in to hear how one leader built a lasting career—and why he’s still excited about what’s next.
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In this episode of Why Manufacturing, the podcast from the Southwest Virginia Alliance for Manufacturing (SVAM), we talk with Jim Allison, Business Development leader at Simmons Equipment Company in Lebanon, VA. Jim brings over four decades of manufacturing experience, from engineering and plant management to global safety leadership. He reflects on the lessons learned through mergers, mentorship, and machines rolling out the door, all while sharing practical advice for students, job seekers,...
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