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  • Transforming recruitment and training through VR 2.0, with Eric Margheim of BeThere Immersive

    Transforming recruitment and training through VR 2.0, with Eric Margheim of BeThere Immersive
    Oct 13 2026
    Eric Margheim, founder and CEO of BeThere Immersive, joins The Manufacturing Employer to explore how immersive technology is transforming recruitment, onboarding and training for manufacturers. Drawing on his experience pioneering VR 2.0, Eric discusses the “experience gap” that often leads to mismatched hires and high turnover. He shares how realistic, accessible virtual reality experiences—capturing the actual sights and sounds of the shop floor—help boost retention and accelerate learning.
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    31 min
  • The gold is in the problems, with Glenn Bostock of SnapCab

    The gold is in the problems, with Glenn Bostock of SnapCab
    Sep 29 2026
    Glenn Bostock, Founder and CEO of SnapCab, joins The Manufacturing Employer to discuss why continuous improvement starts with people, not just processes. Drawing on more than 40 years of experience building SnapCab from a small cabinet shop to an international manufacturer, Glenn shares how caring, kindness, and psychological safety drive performance and innovation. He shares how surfacing mistakes is rewarded at SnapCab, why radical caring forms the foundation for growth and how businesses thrive by focusing on usefulness over profit.
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    32 min
  • Building lives through mentorship and skilled trades, with Dave Hataj of Edgerton Gear, Inc.

    Building lives through mentorship and skilled trades, with Dave Hataj of Edgerton Gear, Inc.
    Sep 15 2026
    Dave Hataj, owner and president of Edgerton Gear, joins The Manufacturing Employer to discuss how mentorship and character-building can transform lives through the skilled trades. Drawing on his experience and his work founding the "Craftsman with Character" program, Dave shares why manufacturing is about much more than technical skills—it’s about instilling responsibility, dignity and purpose in the next generation. The conversation explores overcoming negative perceptions of blue-collar work, the critical role of mentorship, and how manufacturers can build a sustainable talent pipeline by investing in both character and community.
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    38 min
  • Boosting manufacturing outcomes by understanding human energy, with Georgina Woodley of Custology Insights

    Boosting manufacturing outcomes by understanding human energy, with Georgina Woodley of Custology Insights
    Sep 1 2026

    Georgina Woodley, Chief Insight Officer at Custology Insights and creator of the Human Energy Intelligence framework, joins The Manufacturing Employer to explore the power of invisible human factors in manufacturing workplaces. Georgina shares why traditional engagement efforts often miss the mark, and how leaders can better recognize and respond to hidden stress, declining energy and emotional dynamics before they impact productivity or retention. She shares practical strategies for measuring team energy, fostering joy and creating conditions where people consistently bring their best.

    Find more information on Joy-O-Meter here: https://www.custology-insights.com/joy-o-meter

    Access Joy Lift: 7 Pathways to Unleash More Joy here: https://www.the-transformation-initiative.com/joy-lift
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    40 min
  • Leading AI change by having a people-first policy, with Grace Wright of Gorilla 76

    Leading AI change by having a people-first policy, with Grace Wright of Gorilla 76
    Aug 18 2026
    Grace Wright, VP of Innovation at Gorilla 76, joins The Manufacturing Employer to discuss leading teams through AI-driven change with a focus on people and process. Drawing from her own career journey, Grace discusses the importance of adapting to uncertainty, building trust around new technology and keeping human expertise at the core of transformation. She shares the thinking behind Gorilla’s "People Policy", her approach to scaling AI adoption across teams and why the winning companies will be those that prioritize learning, transparency and empowering employees to drive innovation.
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    37 min
  • Rethinking manufacturing process training, with Amanda Aschinger of Solstice Productions

    Rethinking manufacturing process training, with Amanda Aschinger of Solstice Productions
    Aug 4 2026
    Amanda Aschinger, co-founder and CEO of Solstice Productions, joins The Manufacturing Employer to discuss how manufacturers can revamp process documentation to improve onboarding, training and retention. Amanda discusses why traditional, text-heavy manuals fall short and how modular, video-based systems offer a more accessible and engaging approach. The conversation explores practical steps for getting started, keeping documentation up-to-date and embedding company culture into training for long-term success.
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    31 min
  • Equipping your workforce for AI transformation, with Ben Tasker

    Equipping your workforce for AI transformation, with Ben Tasker
    Jul 21 2026
    Ben Tasker, a nationally recognized leader in AI education and workforce transformation, discusses how manufacturers can move from anxiety about AI to measurable impact. Ben shares strategies for building AI fluency, rethinking upskilling and taking a systems-based approach rather than chasing tools. The conversation covers practical use cases for AI on the manufacturing floor, why responsible change management is critical and how human skills remain invaluable in this new era.
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    32 min
  • The business case for employer-supported childcare, with Nicole Riehl of EPIC

    The business case for employer-supported childcare, with Nicole Riehl of EPIC
    Jul 7 2026
    Nicole Riehl, President and CEO of Executive Partnerships to Invest in Children (EPIC), joins The Manufacturing Employer to reframe childcare as a critical workforce infrastructure issue, not just an employee perk. She discusses the hidden costs of childcare challenges, and how manufacturers can address absenteeism and turnover linked to them. She shares actionable strategies including flexible scheduling, stipends and community resources, and explains how even incremental changes can yield strong ROI in recruitment, retention and productivity.
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