Connected to ASC Podcast

In this episode, I speak with Chuck Paul, formerly with Henkel and now Principal of GlueIQ LLC and an Angel Investor with the Chemical Angel Network. Chuck also serves as an Advisory Board Member with A2O Advanced Materials. He discusses commercial successes with which he has been involved over his career, key obstacles to realizing green technologies, pitfalls to watch for when developing new solutions for customers, where bio-based products fit in long-term, and which green technologies have a bright future, why and when. 

In this episode, I speak with trade expert Dan Ujczo, Senior Counsel at Thompson Hine LLP, about the current tariff landscape, cascading efforts, impacts, strategies, and whether there are any silver linings on the horizon. 

In this episode, I speak with Brian Peters, ASC's Senior Director of Membership & Industry Programs. Brian is a leading force behind ASC's recent membership growth, prospecting and recruiting members using effective strategies, not the least of which is his fun approach to social media.

In this episode, I speak with Malinda Armstrong, ASC's Senior Director of Meetings & Expositions. She is also the Home Secretary for the Adhesion Society. We talk about her key role at ASC planning and executing ASC's events. You will also learn an important fact about Malinda--her tenure on the staff--that will surprise many of our listeners. 

Lisa Anderson, Founder & President of LMA Consulting, discusses with ASC's Brian Peters strategies for companies to address risks to their supply chains due to disruption around the globe and new tariff policy here at home. 

Adhesives In Action is a new event by ASI Magazine co-located with the ASSEMBLY Show South. It focuses exclusively on end use applications of adhesives within the assembly industry. I speak with Tom Fowler of BNP Media and Publisher of ASI Magazine who provides us with details about the event. ASC is an event partner.

The world's adhesive and sealant associations reunite in Taiwan for the first time since 2018. COVID may have disrupted our ability to meet but it did not disrupt the strong bonds among this unique group. In this episode, I describe what took place at the global gathering and the key takeaways from my interactions with ASC's counterparts in Asia.

This episode features an insightful conversation with Megan Gluth, Owner & CEO of Catalynt Solutions and recently-elected Chair of the Board at the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD), about the importance of the human element in any company's success. 

This episode is the first in a series that introduces you to ASC's fabulous professional staff. They are the ones that make great things happen in support of our membership and industry. Get to know how they support our members, how they first got their start at ASC, and "insider" tips they would like for you to know about ASC. In this episode, I speak with Myranda Nickoloff, an 18-year veteran staff member who supports membership and ASC's database, and Mani Singh, who leads ASC's Technical Services. 

If you missed the FEICA Annual Conference & EXPO last month in the Netherlands, you missed a fabulous educational and networking opportunity. In this episode, I share a brief overview, including my personal highlights and testimonials from others who participated. I am already excited for next year's conference in San Sebastián, Spain!

In this episode, I highlight two unique learning opportunities for professionals in the adhesive and sealant industry to deepen their understanding and hone their skills in two key areas--sustainability and leadership. 

In this episode recorded in April with Bruce Ward of Ducker Carlisle, we explore current trends and opportunities for adhesives and sealants in the U.S. building and construction market. ASC has recently published a comprehensive report, free for ASC members, that provides more details. Visit ASCouncil.org for a copy.

In this episode, Brian Peters, ASC's Director of Membership and Industry Programs, catches up with Gerhard Haas, who recently retired after a highly successful career at Jowat. Gerhard explains his decision to pursue a career in the adhesives industry, shares his advice for others considering a career in our industry, his thoughts on the role of leadership, and much more.

In this episode, I speak with Marc Benevento, founder and managing director of Industrial Market Insight. We discuss Marc's five steps to new product success, value proposition, and voice of customer strategies. He also gives us a sample of what he looks for when judging submissions for ASC's Innovation Awards.  

In this episode, I recap the highlights of the 2024 ASC Convention & EXPO in Louisville. Plus, Brian Peters, Director of Membership and Industry Programs, speaks with attendees about their experiences at the event and what value they are receiving by attending. 

In this episode, I discuss the ASC Adhesive and Sealant Hall of Fame and how to nominate someone to be honored by being inducted. 

In this episode, I give listeners a sneak peak at this year's ASC Annual Convention & EXPO scheduled for April 15-17, 2024 in Derby City (Louisville), Kentucky!

In this episode, ASC President Bill Allmond reviews key highlights and milestones while identifying valuable opportunities for your participation in ASC in 2024. 

In this episode, I speak with Mike Wentz, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at IDEA (Idea4Industry) about the importance of product data management and data exchange. 

I speak with automotive industry veteran Kenny White, who now serves as North American President of CARES, a major industry conference that brings together the automotive sector to discuss innovative techniques and strategies used in sustainable automotive manufacturing. 

In this episode, I speak with Claire O'Leary, Managing Director at Venture Business, who describes how companies can leverage ASC's new "Adhesive & Sealant Showcase" magazine to advertise and promote their products and services.

Recently returned from New Orleans, the location of the 2023 ASC Annual Convention & EXPO, I recap highlights from the event with Brian Peters, ASC's Director of Membership & Industry Programs. We also discuss ways we are engaging members in the field.

In this episode, I speak with Tanya Nesbitt, Partner at Thompson Hine LLP, about the origins of greenwashing, its drivers, and where companies are most vulnerable to greenwashing lawsuits. We also discuss mitigation measures companies can take to reduce their risk as well as Tanya's thoughts on the future of greenwashing cases.

In this episode, I speak with Brittany Onslow, Head of Events for Smithers, who provides a preview of the upcoming Sustainability in Packaging Conference, including the packed agenda and breaking announcements. The event is scheduled for March 8-10 in Chicago.

In this episode, John Sprovieri, Chief Editor, ASSEMBLY Magazine discusses trends he sees in the uses of adhesives in assembly operations. He also shares details about the annual ASSEMBLY Show where many examples of adhesives in assembly are on display.

Educating the adhesive and sealant industry through professional online and in-person courses is a major value driver of the ASC. Fabulous new opportunities and improvements are in store for 2023. Learn more about them with my special guest, Connie Howe, ASC's Senior Director of Technical Services.

2022 included major achievements for the ASC membership and the Council and excitement and momentum are building for 2023. I review this year's highlights we achieved together, plus a sneak peak at what's on the horizon for next year. 

In this episode, economist Bill Conerly and I touch on a diverse set of economic hot topics from monetary policy, business strategy, the latest jobs report, U.S. housing market, reshoring of jobs from China, inflation, and much more.

Today's college students are tomorrow's entrepreneurs, lab scientists, formulators, engineers, and even CEOs. In this episode, I share an important way in which ASC and our members support their journey and attain their career goals through our scholarship program. 

In this episode, ASC President Bill Allmond summarizes needs identified by the membership for which ASC developed strategic value drivers to help members address them - sustainability, end user engagement, & advocacy. 

In this episode I discuss with Dr. Chris White of Exponent the growing influence of ESG – environmental, social, and governance – on companies and corporations as part of a larger movement across industries to address sustainability. 

In this episode of Connected to ASC, I discuss the growing importance of sustainability among companies in the adhesive and sealant value chain. A recent ASC member survey found that 83% of respondents have a sustainability program in place. Most say that consumers, retailers, and company leadership are the driving forces behind their sustainability efforts. 

This episode features a conversation with Becky Layana, Global Talent Program Manager at H.B. Fuller.