Zakary Smith received a degree in Mechanical Engineering and Technological Entrepreneurship from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. Zakary Smith has been doing innovative engineering solutions and have successfully launched over 100 products from concept through production across the aerospace, automotive, consumer, industrial and medical industries. Some notable products include the Tesla Model 3 Battery Pack, Google X Loon, Samsung Smartwatch. Taking products from conceptualization to mass production through co-developing innovative engineering solutions with product innovators is his pa ..read more

In this episode of Manufacturing Come Up, we have the chance to have Noah Graff as our guest. Noah buys and sells used machine tools around the world specifically for the precision machining Industry. He runs a Website/Podcast dedicated to the Precision Machining Industry. His specialties: Knowledge of the world machining market. Negotiating. Podcasting, Blogging, Producing Documentary Videos, Meeting Strangers. Noah has a bunch of great insights and you don't want to miss this ..read more

In this episode, Dan Burgos who is the Founder, President & CEO of Alphanova Consulting, shares his insights, expertise and discussions about manufacturing and profit maximization. Alphanova Consulting is a management consulting firm that helps manufacturers achieve and sustain operational cost reductions of 20%+, improve on-time delivery to 99%+, and reduce defects to improve product quality to 99%+. These changes help their clients grow company profit margins by up to 25%. Dan and his team have over 15 years of experience helping manufacturers in various industries, including aerospace ..read more

In this podcast, Malachi Greb, CEO of Elite Automation is put on the hot seat as he is interviewed by Noah Graff of Swarfcast. Listen in and hear the untold stories of Malachi Greb from his educational journey, family relationships and building his own company from the ground up ..read more

Meaghan Ziemba is an industrial tech writer, brand storyteller, and marketer for manufacturers. She has a B.A. and M.A. in Professional and Technical Writing from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and has been writing for manufacturing since 2008. Meaghan also hosts a live video broadcast series called Mavens of Manufacturing. The series focuses on women in the sector. Its mission is to attract younger generations to join manufacturing or engineering career pathways to help close the skills and gender gaps. Meaghan is a proud mother of three. She enjoys cooking, CrossFit, and a great cup o ..read more

Eddie Saunders Jr. is a passionate thought leader in the world of Content Strategy & Demand Generation. With 13+ years of battle-tested experience in the field, he has proven himself to be an innovative and strategic thinker, consistently pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the industry. Throughout his career, Eddie has built a reputation for his ability to create compelling and effective marketing campaigns that drive results. His expertise spans a wide range of areas, including branding, digital marketing, social media, and more. What sets Eddie apart is his deep understanding o ..read more

Dr. Johannes Vrana is an entrepreneur, physicist, consultant, author, speaker, and trainer with 15+ years’ experience in NDE and 20+ in data science. His work ranges from applied ultrasonic testing to quantum optics, from quality assurance to science, and from large-scale industries to start-ups. Some of the highlights of his work: Ph.D. on Induction Thermography, former Chairman of the Siemens NDE Council, implementation of ultrasonic computed tomography into serial production, and author of the book "The World of NDE 4.0: Let the Journey Begin". Dr. Vrana is leading multiple groups in nation ..read more

Gail’s true joy and passion for networking and connecting with others is what makes her an ideal brand ambassador, influencer and top motivational speaker in this field. Her three step process is simple: An inquisitive and keen observer, she has developed a Curiosity Habit that has helped with recruiting, closing sales and fundraising. It is what also makes her a valuable marketing strategist. Join us while we sit with Gail and talk about her journey and how she got to where she is today ..read more

Amolak Badesha is CEO and co-founder of Orbital Composites, a company that is revolutionizing the advanced manufacturing industry with mobile, robotic 3D printing of polymers, composites, and metal. Their technology enables the production of lightweight, high-performance, and sustainable parts and structures for aerospace and cleantech applications. With over 20 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, Amolak Badesha has a proven track record of leading and executing M&A, strategy, marketing, R&D, and sales initiatives for global accounts and divisions. I have also been an ac ..read more

Kudzai is a Developer Advocate at HiveMQ and the Founder of Industry40.tv. He is extensively involved in research and communication around Industry 4.0 and AI for Smart Manufacturing, offering a unique perspective on the latest developments and trends in these fields. He shares his insights and knowledge with a dedicated audience of solution architects and developers through his popular YouTube channel and IIoT podcast, Industry40.tv ..read more