Manufacturing Nice Podcast

This week we are back with our PART 2 Journey of the IDC Spring Story. We talk to "Co-Owner" Jeremy Sizer about what co-leading a company looks like during the most turbulent times over the past 20+ years. Jeremy shares insight on everything from early childhood at IDC, what it means to sacrifice, and his favorite Friday tradition. Tune in Cast to your smart device this is Manufacturing nice! Also, don't forget to subscribe to be notified when we upload and check out Manufacturing Nice (https://www.manufacturingnice.com/) and IDC Spring (https://idcspring.com/) for more manufacturing and spring fun. 

This week on Manufacturing Nice Podcast Kelli and I dive into the history of IDC Spring. We interview our fearless CEO and Co-Owner Jodi Boldenow on the Podcast. We asked Jodi what it was like growing up in the family business and what her vision of the future holds. Covering topics of what it means to have an education, where great culture drives from, and her experiences to prepare her to take over the family business. Tune in, Cast to your Smart Device this is Manufacturing Nice. Also, don't forget to subscribe to be notified when we upload and check out Manufacturing Nice (https://www.manufacturingnice.com/) and IDC Spring (https://idcspring.com/) for more manufacturing and spring fun.

This week we talk to Jacquel Hajder, Anoka County Regional Economic Development in Minnesota. She helps cities, businesses, and others within her network to grow, plan and connect. Plugin, cast to your smart device this is Manufacturing Nice. Don't forget to subscribe to be notified when we upload and check out Manufacturing Nice (https://www.manufacturingnice.com/) and IDC Spring (https://idcspring.com/) for more manufacturing and spring fun.

We welcome the world traveler and now the newest addition to the Heartland RV team, National Brand Manager, William J. Miller. We get to know William or "Willie" as we are honored to call him, one thing is apparent - he is built differently. We discuss everything from managing a brand, running a C-Suite Network Podcast, and where he got his start. Join us this week for an extra special addition of MFG Nice as we welcome Willie to the Podcast. Plugin, cast to your smart device this is Manufacturing Nice. Don't forget to subscribe to be notified when we upload and check out Manufacturing Nice (https://www.manufacturingnice.com/) and IDC Spring (https://idcspring.com/) for more manufacturing and spring fun.

This week on MFG Nice we talk with Meghan Hannigan. Join us as we sit down and ask Meghan Hannigan questions about working at General Mills as a Human Resources Business Associate. Don't forget to subscribe to be notified when we upload and check out Manufacturing Nice (https://www.manufacturingnice.com/) and IDC Spring (https://idcspring.com/) for more manufacturing and spring fun.

We ring in the new year with none other than Austin Bloch. Austin works for Rebate Bus, one of the newest utilities rebate companies in the country. Austin not only finds energy rebates but connects them to a wide variety of manufactures small and large. This match maker is making the barrier of entry a little easier every day. Kick back cast to your smart device this is Manufacturing Nice. Don't forget to subscribe to be notified when we upload and check out Manufacturing Nice (https://www.manufacturingnice.com/) and IDC Spring (https://idcspring.com/) for more manufacturing and spring fun.

This week on Manufacturing Nice we are proud to dive deep into the plastics industry with Eric Polacek. Eric is a local Minnesotan who spent his undergraduate studies out in Denver at Denver University. He came back to Minnesota to work for Wilbert Plastics and also help run his family farm. Tune-in as we talk about what it's like to manage everything from manufacturing lines to crop cycles. Don't forget to subscribe to be notified when we upload and check out Manufacturing Nice (https://www.manufacturingnice.com/) and IDC Spring (https://idcspring.com/) for more manufacturing and spring fun.

Today on MFG Nice we talk with Todd Rachel, the president of Bauer Welding & Metal Fabricators. He has worked at Marathon Oil, Ford Motor, Big Wood Brewery, Polaris, and he has one heck of a story. We discuss the journey of working for Fortune 100's to the responsibilities of running your own business. Plugin and cast to your smart device on MFG NICE! Make sure to check out Manufacturing Nice (https://www.manufacturingnice.com/) and IDC Spring (https://idcspring.com/) for more manufacturing and spring fun.

Sandra Kenly is a Commodity Manager, personal brand builder, and a cheerlead of people #InvestInYou. We ask hard-hitting questions about her time at Rockwell Automation as a Commodity Manager and her journey with building her personal brand through social media. Make sure to check out Manufacturing Nice (https://www.manufacturingnice.com/) and IDC Spring (https://idcspring.com/) for more manufacturing and spring fun.

This week on MFG Nice we sit down with Aerotek's very own Steve Weegman. Steve is Minnesota grown, he got his start in Twins baseball and then shifted gears to Aerotek. We sit down with Steve to discuss the recruiting lifestyle, the importance of seeing past the job placement, and of course a little baseball. Tune in and connect to your smart device this is MFG Nice!

We talk to John LeTourneau from Co2 Partners. John is the current Mayor of Ramsey, MN, and the Executive Leadership coach at Co2. We deep dive into the "secret sauce" around what it takes to coach in the manufacturing space as well as some cooking insight. We have a doozy here folks so you know the drill, Subscribe, like, download, and drop a comment!

We sit down with our very own Jenny McGrath from IDC Spring to talk about sales and marketing. We cover some really interesting insight on how to manage a sales team, what it is like to be a sales manager in 2020, and building trust to drive sales.

Manufacturing Nice is a Podcast where we will set out on a journey to investigate the North American Manufacturing landscape from a holistic view. Sales, marketing, production, medical, military oil & gas, and yes we are talking about springs. Join us on a journey as we discover more about our company and the manufacturing landscape. Plugin and cast to your smart device because this is Manufacturing Nice.