In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Cara Walton, Director of Market Intelligence at Harbor Results, Inc.  Cara runs the company’s manufacturing intelligence tool - Harbour IQ. She is responsible for the strategic direction and growth as well as managing all data acquisition and intelligence gathering.  Bryan and Cara discuss the major trends and challenges impacting manufacturers. Listen in to learn what's going on in the manufacturing industry and how to overcome obstacles. For more information on Wipfli, please visit our website at: wipfli.com or ..read more

In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Troy Nix, President and Owner of First Resource, Inc., a consulting firm specializing in association management for manufacturing industry sectors.  Troy also serves as the executive director of three manufacturing non-profits including the Manufacturers Association for Plastic Processors (MAPP), the Association for Rubber Products Manufacturers (ARPM), and the American Mold Builders Association (AMBA). Bryan and Troy discuss ways to become a better leader and the role of communication, culture, accountability and reco ..read more

In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Bill Boucher who leads Wipfli's manufacturing, retail & distribution segment. Bryan and Bill discuss ways for manufacturers to achieve success in the market by incorporating innovation, automation, and technology into their processes.  Listen in to learn how to build resilience into your manufacturing business and achieve your growth goals. Guest Bill Boucher https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-boucher-partner/ Host Bryan Powrozek https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanpowrozek/ For more information on Wipfli, please visit ..read more

In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we talk to Emma Gergen of Carlson Private Capital Partners. Bryan and Emma discuss the different types of private equity and how it differs from family capital. Listen in to learn how your business can benefit from an outside advisor. Guest Emma Gergen https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmagergen/ Host Bryan Powrozek https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanpowrozek/ For more information on Clayton & McKervey, please visit our website at: www.claytonmckervey.com or click here to contact us. Get business and industry-specific news and knowledge strai ..read more

In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Kirk Armstrong of Armstrong Sales Coaching. Bryan and Kirk discuss ways to build high-performance sales teams. Listen in to learn the keys to successful recruitment and retention in the industrial automation space. Discover what matters most when it comes to recruitment, training, motivation, and accountability. Guest Kirk Armstrong https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirkarmstrong/ Host Bryan Powrozek https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanpowrozek/ For more information on Clayton & McKervey, please visit our website at: www.clayton ..read more

In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we talk to Jeff Burnstein, President of the Association for Advancing Automation. We discuss the key takeaways of Automate, the evolution and accessibility of automation tools, and the latest industries adopting automation. Guest Jeff Burnstein https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-burnstein-25b5138/ Host Bryan Powrozek https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanpowrozek/ For more information on Clayton & McKervey, please visit our website at: www.claytonmckervey.com or click here to contact us. Get business and industry-specific news and knowledge s ..read more

In this episode, Senior Manager Bryan Powrozek becomes the guest and Vice President of Marketing & Practice Growth Denise Asker becomes the host. Bryan and Denise discuss the top trends impacting industrial automation companies this year. Listen in to hear their take on data, collaboration, M&A and more. Read more here: https://claytonmckervey.com/top-5-industrial-automation-trends-of-2023/ Guest Bryan Powrozek https://claytonmckervey.com/team/bryan-powrozek/ Host Denise Asker https://www.linkedin.com/in/dasker/  For more information on Clayton & McKervey, please visit our ..read more

In this episode we talk with Jose Rivera, CEO of Control System Integrators Association (CSIA).  Heading into CSIA 2023 taking place in May,  Bryan and Jose discuss some of the long term drivers businesses are seeing  right now in the integration industry. Guest Jose Rivera https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseriveraw/ Host Bryan Powrozek https://claytonmckervey.com/team/bryan-powrozek/ For more information on Clayton & McKervey, please visit our website at: www.claytonmckervey.com or click here to contact us. Get business and industry-specific news and knowledge straight from ..read more

In this episode we talk with Teresa Gordon, CPA, CGMA, Shareholder and International practice lead at Clayton & McKervey .  Teresa works with global companies expanding to the U.S.  Her team offers an array of services to match the unique needs of foreign-owned subsidiaries as they establish and grow.  Bryan and Teresa discuss what companies need to consider as they look at international expansion, either inbound to the US or outbound to other countries overseas. Guest Teresa Gordon https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresagordon/ Host Bryan Powrozek https://claytonmckervey.com/t ..read more

In this episode we talk with Alex Chausovsky,  VP of Analytics and Consulting at Miller Resource Group.  Alex is a highly experienced market researcher and analyst with more than twenty years of expertise across subjects including economics, industrial manufacturing, automation, talent and workforce issues, and advanced technology trends Bryan and Alex discuss talent strategies and the economy as we head into 2023. Guest Alex Chausovsky https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexchausovsky/ Host Bryan Powrozek https://claytonmckervey.com/team/bryan-powrozek/ For more information on Clayton &a ..read more