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Real Talk With Rob Tavi
by Rob Tavi
Global Business Leader and Managing Director of IBS Electronics Group, Rob Tavi, sits down with expert industry leaders for some "Real Talk!" From electronics engineering, to manufacturing, supply chain and distribution; this podcast is your connection to the latest successful sales and marketing strategies, innovations in tech, supply chain and more as Rob Tavi humanize's the global electronics industry!
Episodes
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Meet Yashar Shahabi: The New CRO Shaping the Future of IBS Electronics
In this special episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Yashar Shahabi, the newly appointed Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at IBS Electronics. With 25 years of experience in the electronic components industry, Yashar's path from engineer to executive leader is a testament to his passion,...
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RealTalk with Rob Tavi | Navigating the Digital Wave: AI, Influencers & Innovation ft Brian Sullivan
Join Rob Tavi as he explores the dynamic world of digital marketing with expert Brian Sullivan. Dive into a riveting discussion about the transformative role of AI in creative processes, the power of micro-influencers in building authentic communities, and the evolution of direct-to-consumer...
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Green Distribution & Electronics Industry Innovation | RealTalk Rob Tavi Ft Don Akery, CEO, Waldom Electronics
Overview: In this insightful episode, Rob Tavi welcomes Don Akery, the CEO of Waldom Electronics, a company renowned for its electronic components redistribution system and services like excess inventory management and network optimization. Founded in 1947, Waldom Electronics is a private company...
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Identifying Trends Impacting the Semiconductor Industry | Real Talk with Rob Tavi Ft. Dennis Reed, Senior Research Analyst at Edgewater Research | Episode 70
Due to recent global events such as geopolitics and the covid-19 pandemic, uncontrollable factors like supply chain disruptions have changed the semiconductor industry making it difficult for companies to maintain stable supply chains and advance their business strategies. In this episode of the...
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Modernizing Local Manufacturing in the USA | Real Talk with Rob Tavi Ft. Chris Church, MacroFab, Inc. | Episode 69
The global electronics industry's supply chain is increasingly complex and requires manufacturers and distributors to have an increased awareness of their supply chain performance. In this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi, Macrofab's Chief Product Officer Chris Church discusses how modern...
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Optimizing Your Business With the Power of Data | Real Talk with Rob Tavi Ft Nemanja Jokanovic #68
Tune into this episode of Real Talk with Rob Ravi Featuring Nemanja Jokanovic as we dive into the democratization of data, which is one of the most significant modern changes leveling the playing field in the electronics and manufacturing industries. The power dynamics are shifting and industry...
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Women Changing the Face of the Manufacturing Industry | Real Talk With Ft. Meaghan Ziemba #67
Meaghan Ziemba is a trailblazer in the manufacturing industry to say the least. She spent the first half of her career working on various marketing projects in the manufacturing industry, and has focused the second half of her career on reaching an audience that may have not otherwise been…
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The Process of Dry Vapor Cleaning | Real Talk with Rob Tavi ft John Neuhart Episode 66
John Neuhart is the president of DVC Dry Vapor Cleaner. Although the technology for dry vapor cleaning has been around for 25 years, it is a very small and niche practice. Dry vapor is used to remove flux on circuit boards and uses extremely high temperature vapor in order to clean rather than a...
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Generation Z Entering the Electronics Industry | Real Talk with Rob Tavi ft. Jacob Sanchez Ep. 65
Jacob Sanchez is one of the only content creators for the electronics industry who is from Gen Z. At the youthful age of 23 years old Jacob is blazing the trail for Gen Z in manufacturing. Jacob is a freelance content creator who covers a multitude of events and up and coming technologies. Tune…
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Democratization of Data Evolving The Electronics Industry | Real Talk Ft Yashar Shahabi | Ep 64
Tune into this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi featuring Yashar Shahabi where we dive into the democratization of data in electronics, electronic design applications (EDA), and the advantages of companies built in the digital age versus legacy companies. Yashar Shahabi is the Senior Vice...
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Celebrating the Electronics Industry and Creating Opportunity | Real Talk ft. Gary Smith Epidose 63
Tune into this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi featuring Gary Smith all shot live from the Del Mar Electronics and Manufacturing Show! Gary has a total of over 30 years of experience in the industry. He is the founder of G.L. Smith and Associates Electronics Manufacturers Representative Firm....
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Generating Engagement with Audience Focused Media | Real Talk Ft. Christina Cavano Episode 62
Tune in to this insightful episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi featuring Christina Cavano where we learn about the diversification of endeavor business media and the world of b2b marketing, all shot live from the Del Mar Electronics and Manufacturing Show! Christina Cavano is the managing director...
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The Future of Publication in the Electronics Industry | Real Talk Ft. Mark Leary | Episode 61
Tune into this fun-filled episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi ft Mark Leary as we dive into the world of publication and print in the electronics industry, all shot live from the Del Mar Electronics and Manufacturing Show. Mark Leary is the Managing Director at MMG Publishing. MMG Publishing is a...
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Visit the Del Mar Electronics & Manufacturing Show | Real Talk ft. Doug Bodenstab Episode 60
Tune in to discover what the Del Mar Electronics and Manufacturing Show is all about and why you should attend in this episode of Real Talk featuring Doug Bodenstab. Doug is the show manager for the Del Mar Electronics and Manufacturing Show in San Diego, California. The Del Mar Show is the most...
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The Next Generation In Electronics | Real Talk Ft. Shane Triantos | Episode 59
As a young sales engineer at Luscombe Engineering of San Francisco, Shane Triantos has the vantage point of someone who grew up in a digital era. He works in an industry that has been slow to adopt digitization of sales and marketing but since he grew up with social media, Shane knows the…
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Adopting New Tools in the Electronics Industry | Real Talk Ft. Aparna Sproelich | Episode 58
Being the new owner of the Aurora Group and the Technical Group in the Southeast, Aparna Sproelich understands the importance of adopting new practices into her manufacturers representative firm. Aparna has a background and degree in mechanical engineering and brings a new perspective to...
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Should Electronics Suppliers Brace for Slow Periods? Real Talk ft. David Loftus | Ep. 57
As the President and CEO of the Electronics Components Industry Association (ECIA), David Loftus understands the resiliency of the electronics industry and brings years of wisdom and experience to the table. In this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi recorded live from the 2022 ERA Conference,...
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Is Digitalization Transforming the Electronics Industry? | Real Talk Ft. Steve Vecchiarelli | Ep. 56
As a special advisor to CalcuQuote, Steve Vecchiarelli, has a combined 48 years of experience in the electronics industry including 14 years as the VP-Supply Chain Solutions at Digi-Key. In this podcast short filmed live at the Electronics Representative Associations (ERA) 2022 ERA Conference we...
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Are Manufacturers Reps Embracing Digital Marketing? Real Talk with Rob Tavi ft. Tim Kilfoil | Episode 55
As a third generation Manufacturers Representative in the electronics industry, Tim Kilfoil shares his belief in not sticking to outdated styles of business and adapting to the changing climate. In this podcast shot live from the 2022 ERA Conference, Tim discusses the new generation of engineers...
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Educational Opportunities Through ERA | Real Talk with Rob Tavi ft. Ellen Coan | Episode 54
As an electronic component sales engineer in the midwest, VP of Operations for CC Electro Sales and the SVP of Education for the Executive Committee at ERA, Ellen Coan's experience has led her to believe in the importance of sharing best practices and educating people about the Electronics...
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ERA Uniting Reps, Manufacturers, and Distributors | Real Talk with Rob Tavi | Episode 53
LIVE from the 2022 ERA Conference, A New Day, A New Way -- Walter Tobin, CEO of the Electronics Representatives Organization (ERA) talks about the experiences of members attending the in-person conference for the first time in 2 years! With more than 200 first time attendees, he emphasizes the...
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Promoting and Expanding the Manufacturers’ Sales Rep Model | Real Talk with Rob Tavi ft. Cesare Griammarco | Episode 52
As the 2022 ERA Conference Breakout Session moderator for "Promoting and Expanding the Manufacturers’ Sales Rep Model in Today’s Business Environment," Mr. Griammarco focuses on the employment situation with 10.6 million jobs open in the US. After boiling it down to about 350,000 sales jobs he...
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A Fresh Perspective Uniting ERA Members | Real Talk with Rob Tavi Ft. Ama Omari Derringer | Episode 51
Tune in to the second of the ERA Conference Podcast shorts where we'll dive into the experience of someone who came on board and saw through one of the ERA's largest growth phases in its history! Ama Omari Derringer, a Membership Services Coordinator at the Electronics Representatives Association...
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A New Way for Navigating The Electronics Industry | Real Talk with Rob Tavi Ft. Rob Brunson Episode 50
Understanding the importance of embracing the electronics industry's digital sales environment, Rob Brunson, a sales representative from Wallace Electronics sits down at the 2022 ERA Conference with Rob Tavi. Brunson experienced onboarding and attending the 2020 Conference just before the world...
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Resiliency Supporting Backend Post Wafer Fabrication | Real Talk with Rob Tavi Ft. Chris Winn | Ep 49
As the pandemic hit, businesses have faced substantial challenges, completely disrupting their operations. How can you rise from these challenges that limit human connection and adapt to succeed in modern times? Join in the conversation and dive in to this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi...
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ReImagining the Electronics B2B Industry | Real Talk Ft. Lectrix CEO, Graham Kilshaw | Episode 48
We have so many great stories untold, we all have them! With each great story comes the experience and insights to make educated decisions contributing to the evolution of our business operations, tools and technologies adopted. Business infrastructure and digital transformation investments are...
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Women in Manufacturing Engineering the Future | Real Talk With Rob Tavi ft. Angela Thurman | Episode 47
With an aptitude for engineering and a drive to succeed, women in manufacturing are engineering a brighter future. Tune in to this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi Ft. Angela Thurman, Principal Managing Director at Thurman Co. LLC and discover her journey to become an electrical engineer…
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Intelligent Insights & Trends Shaping the Electronics Industry | Real Talk Ft. Jay Deahna, BWG Strategy | Episode 46
Our world has seen a series of unprecedented events leading to global shortages and supply chain constraints. With so many outside forces contributing to unstable component lead times and logistics challenges, what market research and trends are providing unique insights to the industry's future?...
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Semiconductor Manufacturing Supporting the Demand Surge | Real Talk Ft. Andrew Dixon, Diotec Semiconductor | Ep. 45
As the semiconductor industry experiences a large-scale surge in demand, manufacturers are investing in technologies and capacity increases. Tune in to this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi, featuring Andrew Dixon, North and South American Sales and Marketing Manager for Diotec Semiconductor…
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Manufacturer's Representatives Supporting Tomorrow's Technology | Real Talk Ft. Gary Smith | Ep 44
As a value-added solution based extension of electronics manufacturer's engineering, manufacturer's representatives are bringing the latest component innovations used in tomorrow's electronics. As the manufacturing world evolves, so do the customer needs for representatives supporting them. Tune…
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Adapting to Change in the Electronics Industry | Real Talk Ft. PCX CEO Gil Aouizerat | Ep 43
The increasing demand globally for electronics is rapidly evolving manufacturing and supply chain, but our digital world has had a tendency to dehumanize relationships. As a leader, finding ways for your team rehumanize these relationships creates deeper conversation leading to greater…
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Reinventing Electronics Supply Chain | Real Talk Ft. CalcuQuote President Chintan Sutaria | Episode 42
Modern technology is enabling brilliant minds to invent innovative software powering the world of tomorrow. Sourcing components by line items with the highest level of accuracy and efficiently is a challenge many electronics manufacturers face. Due to the increasing complexities within the global...
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Electronics Quality Assurance | Real Talk Ft. Mark Rinehart, White Horse Laboratories | Ep 41
Counterfeit electronics cost the industry billions each year and the pressure on the supply chain for electronic components is higher than ever! Tune in to this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi, Ft. Mark Rinehart, Managing Director and Founder of White Horse Laboratories, as we explore the…
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Evolving With the Electronics Industry Digital Transformation | Real Talk Ft Walter Tobin | Ep 40
Both the electronics industry and global supply chain have undergone dramatic transformation due to the COVID-19 pandemic and with the advent of digital technologies, most customers now have access to worldwide pricing instantaneously in front of them on any computer! With a rapid increase within...
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Change Management Leading Electronics Manufacturing Growth | Real Talk Ft. Chris Heilman, ASC Capacitor | Episode 39
Technology is evolving with increasing demand for capacitors as we enter a new era, but as creatures of habit how can we mitigate the resistance to change and ensure manufacturing production can keep up? While some engineering challenges may be solved by compute today, manufacturing and supply...
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Electronics Supply Chain Counterfeit Mitigation Solutions | Real Talk Ft. Richard Smith | Ep 38
The Semiconductor Industry has been hit hard by global shortages, creating increased risks of counterfeit parts and fraudulent transactions due to the desperation of electronics manufacturers trying to survive and deliver in today's dynamic technology driven market. Tune in to this episode of…
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ERP Thought Leadership Driving Digital Transformation | Real Talk Ft. Sam Gupta | Ep 37
Tune in to this episode of Real Talk ft. Sam Gupta and discover an ERP Thought Leader driving digital transformation! Advancing integrations with your organizations technologies are becoming an essential component of Enterprise Resource Planning. As technology evolves, system integrations are...
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Thought Leadership Powered by Women in Electronics | Real Talk Ft. Jackie Mattox | Ep 36
With a mindset that together we are stronger, we can work together to build a better industry for future generations in our new world where we are more connected than ever. Tune in to Real Talk with Rob Tavi ft. Jackie Mattox, the Founder and President of Women in Electronics, as we reunite to...
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Cloud Wars: Analyzing The Most Influential Cloud Vendors | Real Talk Ft. Bob Evans | Ep 35
As technology reaches more people around the world and in the most profound ways, the heat is on among the most influential cloud vendors in the race to the top! Tune in to this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi and discover Cloud Wars with its Founder and Principal Bob Evans, the leader behind...
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Technology Advancing Electronic Component Distribution | Real Talk Ft. Sourceability | Ep 34
With an idea to solve the challenge of mass quoting and an awareness that change within well established organizations can be difficult, Founder and CEO, Jens Gamperl, with the support of Yashar Shahabi, Sr. Vice President of eCommerce and Digital Transformation and their team, launched the...
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Industry Outlook with Electronics Sourcing Magazine | Real Talk Ft. Publisher Mark Leary | Ep 33
Dig in to this episode of Real Talk Ft. MMG / Electronics Sourcing Publisher Mark Leary for an industry outlook! Discover the modernization of the electronics industry publications and the efforts taken to tailor to readers needs, publish relevant content and meet market distribution demand as…
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Innovations Driving The RC Car Industry | Real Talk Ft. Richard Trujillo | Ep 32
On this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi Ft. Richard Trujillo, Sr. Product Developer at Horizon Hobby, we take a step back in time to reunite with an old friend and coach from Rob Tavi's childhood days of competitive RC Car Racing. With an increasing demand among the competitive and consumer...
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The Modern Humanization of Digital Engagement In B2B | Real Talk Ft. Steve Cholas | Ep 31
Tune in to this episode of Real Talk Ft. Steve Cholas, VP of Business Development for Big Zeta as we dig in to the concepts generating customers through humanizing various engagement touch points along a B2B user's journey! Steve is a true legend of wisdom, sharing insights on current electronics...
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The Evolution of a Giant (Master Electronics) | Real Talk Ft. Riad Nizam | Ep 30
Join us on this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi Ft. Riad Nizam, President of Master Electronics - Family Business Edition! Discover the evolution and history of Master Electronics from a small Rep firm started in 1967 by his father Ike Nizam to a major conglomerate family business today in...
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The Silicon Of The Future: Gallium Nitride Is Changing The World | Real Talk Ft. Rick Reigel | Ep 29
Dive into this episode of Real Talk Ft. Rick Reigel, a dynamic, creative, hands-on, results-oriented leader with years of increasing accountability as the Vice President of Sales at GaN Systems Inc., the leader in Gallium Nitride (GaN) based power management devices, specializing in power...
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From Field Engineer to Linkedln Content Curator | Real Talk Ft. Robert Quinn | Ep 28
On this episode of Real Talk, we dig in to the revolutionary innovations in the electronics industry with LinkedIn content curator Robert Quinn! Discover the life of a curious field engineer's journey to become an influencer linking electronics-industry news from around the world to people on...
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Anti-Counterfeiting | Real Talk Ft. Ken Greenwood From Rochester Electronics Part 3/3 | Ep 27
Tune in to Real Talk with Rob Tavi and Rochester Electronics Part 3/3 ft. Ken Greenwood as we dive into the world of counterfeit components and the ant-counterfeiting efforts in place to mitigate the risk of counterfeits entering electronics manufacturers supply chain. Discover how counterfeit...
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Obsolescence Management | Real Talk Ft. Ken Greenwood From Rochester Electronics Part 2/3 | Ep 26
Tune in to Real Talk with Rob Tavi and Rochester Electronics Part 2/3 ft. Ken Greenwood as we explore obsolescence management and how authorized distribution channels can help mitigate the impact on manufacturers supply chain! Discover why component production slowly fades to make way for new...
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Supply Chain Challenges | Real Talk Ft. Stephen Morris From Rochester Electronics Part 1/3 | Ep 25
On this episode of Real Talk with Rob Tavi, we kick off an exciting three part series ft. Rochester Electronics digging in to the semiconductor shortages, supply chain challenges, obsolescence management and anti-counterfeiting over the next 3 days! Tune in to discover insight from industry…
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AI Initiatives Driving The Scientific Evolution of Our World | Real Talk Ft. Keith Strier | Episode 24
Super computing and artificial intelligence are reshaping the scientific evolution of our modern world. Tune in to this episode of Real Talk Ft. Keith Strier, Vice President of Worldwide AI Initiatives at NVIDIA, as we explore the compute divide and Keith's role as a society leader driving the...
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Global Business Leader and Managing Director of IBS Electronics Group, Rob Tavi, sits down with expert industry leaders for some "Real Talk!" From electronics engineering, to manufacturing, supply chain and distribution; this podcast is your connection to the latest successful sales and marketing strategies, innovations in tech, supply chain and more as Rob Tavi humanize's the global electronics industry!
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