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Iowa Manufacturing Podcast, 127 episodes. Page 1 of 2.

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Building Auto-Jet and Beyond: John Rapp on Entrepreneurship

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Forging the Future: How Seneca Foundry Blends Tradition, Technology, and Teamwork

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Automation for All: Inside the Mind of a Student Innovator

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From Code to Culture: Tim Gifford on Innovation and Impact

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Shutdown and Showdown: What D.C.'s Gridlock Means for Iowa Manufacturers

6

Nuclear Verdicts, Cyber Threats, and Market Shifts: The Future of Insurance for Iowa Manufacturers

7

The One Big Beautiful Bill Explained with Eide Bailly's Tax Experts

8

Simplifying Complexity: Data, Process, and Strategy

9

Innovation, Leadership, and the Future of Iowa Manufacturing

10

Bridging the 2030 Workforce Gap: A Roadmap for Iowa Manufacturers

11

Tariffs, Transparency, and Timely Decisions: A CFO's Playbook for Manufacturers

12

Closing Iowa's Workforce Gap with Work-Based Learning

13

Gold Standard Materials: Qore and QIRA Lead the Way in Iowa Manufacturing

14

From Policy to Production: Tiny Homes Transforming Iowa Communities

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From Short Runs to Smart Robots: Kinetic Technologies on the Future of Welding Automation

16

Beyond the Bonus: Rewarding What Works

17

Stop Wasting Marketing Dollars: A Data-Driven Approach

18

Search Generative Experiences: A New Reality for Industrial Marketing

19

Fueling Athletes with Frozen Gains: A New Face in Iowa Manufacturing

20

Adapt or Fade: Why AI Is Now a Manufacturing Mandate

21

More Than Golf: A Blueprint for Corporate Impact in Iowa

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Solving Iowa's Workforce Crisis: Strategies for Manufacturers

23

Financial Clarity Without the Chaos: A Smarter Way Forward

24

From Classrooms to Cartels: How Policy, Education & Energy Shape Global Well-Being

25

NFC, SEO & Digital Real Estate: Growth Strategies with Sachin Sehgal

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Harnessing AI to Control Health Insurance Cost

27

Healthy Growth: The Entrepreneurial Story Behind Fresh Fit Meals

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Reindustrialization & Reality: A Candid Look at America's Industrial Future

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Hard Market, Hard Questions: Insurance Insights for Iowa Manufacturers

30

Balance, Vouchers & Government Realities: A Grounded Talk with Sen. Trone Garriott

31

Building Beyond the Basics: The Evolution of Dahl Air Conditioning and Heating

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From Tariffs to Transparency: Protecting Your Supply Chain

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Data-Driven Culture Shifts: Why Knowing How Your Team Works Matters

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Navigating Uncertainty: How Business Games Build Strategic Thinking

35

From Battlefield to Breakthrough: How Athena GTX is Revolutionizing Medical Tech

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The Clock is Ticking: Estate Tax Changes and Their Impact on Your Legacy

37

Bridging the Talent Gap: AI & Efficiency in Iowa Manufacturing Hiring

38

Navigating NLRB, EEOC & ICE: Legal Updates for Manufacturers

39

Don't Throw the Baby out with the DEI Bath Water

40

Turning Chaos Into Opportunity: John Moretz with World Class Industries on Mastering ERP Change

41

Legacy and Innovation: The Burns Family Story at Mason Road Manufacturing

42

From Refugee Camp to Aerospace Engineer: Kwizera Imani's Inspiring Journey (Part 2)

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From Refugee Camp to Aerospace Engineer: Kwizera Imani's Inspiring Journey (Part 1)

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What's in a Name - Looming Deadline for USPTO

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Workforce Response in Action: Navigating the Tyson Layoffs

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Redefining Workplace Wellness: VOI vs. ROI in Action

47

How Co-Warehousing is Transforming Manufacturing

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From Advanced Manufacturing to ETR: Reimagining Careers in Waukee and Beyond

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From Pro-Labor to Pro-Employer? What a Trump Administration Could Mean for Manufacturers

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A Window into the Future: How Automation is Shaping Careers at Pella Corporations

51

Hy-Vee Health and Exemplar Care: A New Era in Urgent and Concierge Healthcare

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TWI Methodology's Comeback: Transforming Iowa Manufacturing with Dave Machovsky

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Closing the Skills Gap: Empigo Academy's Impact on Iowa Manufacturing

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Tackling Workforce Shortages: How Automation is Revolutionizing Rural Manufacturing

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From Retirement to Reinvention: Dave Schwartz on Building a New Legacy

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Mastering Collaboration: Mike Wagner on Response Readiness and Solving Complex Challenges

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Unlocking Supply Chain Success: Cash Flow, E-Auctions, and Optimization

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From Grain Bins to Grain Alcohol - Corn Repurposed

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From Brokering Freight to Brokering Energy

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Navigating Layoffs and Retirement: ERISA, SECURE 2.0, and Your 401(k) Game Plan

61

From Entrepreneurial Vision to Employee Ownership: The Story of Stellar Industries (Part 2)

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From Entrepreneurial Vision to Employee Ownership: The Story of Stellar Industries (Part 1)

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Young Workers in Manufacturing Roles: Opportunity or Risk

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Critical EHS Strategies: Insights from Linden Terpstra

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Making the Most of Phase Three with Mary Andringa and Jerry Foster

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Optimization through A Deep Understanding of Process AND People

67

Texas Firm Challenges FTC's Non-Compete Ban

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Build Retention Strategies by Focusing on Followership

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The Key to Building True, Genuine Diversity and Inclusion

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Great Oaks High Filling Manufacturing Workforce Pipeline

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Gratitude is a Critical Element in Effective Leadership

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Same Day Pay will be the Norm Soon for All Employers

73

Work-Based Learning Act Designed to Better Meet Needs of Employers

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RCS Millwork: Where Creativity Meets Craftsmanship

75

At Clow, people are in their seats, Now, TRACTION!

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Iowa employers are rallying to improve national position

77

Secretary of Agriculture, Mike Naig, On the Importance of Manufacturing in Iowa

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Mastering Union Relations: Strategies with a HR PhD

79

Ag Express - Exponential Growth through Connecting Brands, Devices, and Employees

80

Kreg - A Lesson in Leading through Change

81

3D Printing Moves Into Iowa Manufacturing Big Leagues

82

MVS Patent Attorneys Celebrate 100 Years Protecting Rights

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Kemin is Making Life Easier for So Many

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Coolest Thing Made In Iowa and ABI's Nicole Crain

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A Legacy of Innovation: Jason Andringa and Vermeer

86

Plastics: Hawkeye's Ryan Gruhn's Custom Molding Journey

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The Rest of the DEI Workforce Development Story

88

Is my Logistics Partner Legit - Freight & Relationship Carriers

89

EOS Implementation: Objectives and Manufacturing Leaders

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EOS Implementation: Better Manufacturing Alignment, Traction

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1 Cheese Block, 300 Data Analytics Points: Source of Truth

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STEM School an Opportunity to Partner on Applied Learning for Iowa Manufacturers Workforce

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Future of Work: Reworc Data VP on Workforce Development

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Dee Zee: Rooted in OE Manufacturing, Aftermarket Accessories

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The Future is Bright as Chevron takes Renewable Energy Group's Legacy to New Heights

96

Tip of the Spear, Cutting Edge Metal Advances Happening Right Here in Iowa

97

Medium Duty Truck Manufacturing Right Here in Grimes, IA

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ALMACO Deeply Leveraging CRM to Improve Efficiency and Accuracy

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Satellite Manufacturing/Distribution Sites Moving to Des Moines

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35 Year John Deere Leader Shares Path to Chief Product Officer and Beyond