Podcasts about manufacturing renaissance

The week has been marked by major developments in Washington—from the signing of the U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal to President Trump's decision to remove National Security Advisor Mike Waltz from his position and nominate him as the next U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. To unpack these events, Bret sat down with Vice President JD Vance following a tour of Nucor Steel in South Carolina, where he was promoting President Trump's "Manufacturing Renaissance" agenda. Vice President Vance shared his perspective on Waltz's reassignment, framing it not as a demotion but as a strategic opportunity that allows him to serve in a new, impactful role. He also addressed the latest U.S. military operations targeting Houthi forces in Yemen—an issue tied to the recent Signal chat leak—provided updates on the administration's trade negotiations, and emphasized the President's renewed push to restore American manufacturing. Follow Bret on X: @BretBaier Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Republicans in Washington are pushing for at least two big changes to the country's car-related policies. In Congress, some lawmakers want to repeal the $7,500 tax credit that helps consumers buy or lease a new electric vehicle — as well as a matching tax credit that lets companies buy heavy-duty zero-carbon trucks. And at the Environmental Protection Agency, officials are trying to roll back Biden-era rules encouraging dealerships to sell more EVs through 2032. What will that mean for the climate — and for the slate of new EV and battery factories popping up around the country? On this week's episode of Shift Key, Rob and Jesse talk about new research from Jesse's lab, the REPEAT Project, about what will happen if Congress and the Trump administration get their way. What will happen to America's factory boom? How soon would the effects be felt? And would tariffs stem the bleeding at all? Shift Key is hosted by Jesse Jenkins, a professor of energy systems engineering at Princeton University, and Robinson Meyer, Heatmap's executive editor.Mentioned: The REPEAT Project's new study on repeal of the EV tax credits and EPA clean car rules 94% of Germans say they won't buy a Tesla carWSJ: How Tesla's sales are shifting across the US “Detroit killed the sedan. Trump's trade war will make them wish they hadn't.”Jesse's downshift; Rob's sorta upshift.--Music for Shift Key is by Adam Kromelow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New American Industrial Alliance: Our Mission | NAIAREALIGNMENT NEWSLETTER: https://therealignment.substack.com/PURCHASE BOOKS AT OUR BOOKSHOP: https://bookshop.org/shop/therealignmentEmail Us: realignmentpod@gmail.comJulius Krein, Founder and Editor of American Affairs and Chairman of the New American Industrial Alliance, returns to The Realignment. Marshall and Julius discuss the founding of NAIA and its mission to spur a techno-industrial revolution, manufacturing's dominance of American politics since 2016, the pros and cons of Biden-era policies like the IRA and CHIPS Act legislation, Trump's focus on deregulation, trade, and capital deployment, the results of China's decade of industrial policy, and the broader state of American politics after the 2024 election.

Vice President Harris and former president Trump say they will work to revive American manufacturing. There's a lot at stake in Chicago. WBEZ's Alden Loury and Esther Yoon-Ji Kang dig into who could benefit locally. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

With more than 700,000 new jobs created in Ontario since 2018, manufacturing employment at its highest level in 15 years, and $11 billion in new investments attracted last year alone, the province is witnessing record growth across a variety of key industries, including the automotive, life sciences, tech and manufacturing sectors. Join Ontario's Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, the Hon. Vic Fedeli, for a keynote speech and fireside chat, where he will share insights into how the province has been supporting the revival of Ontario's auto manufacturing sector and birth of a fully integrated EV supply chain, supporting transformation in the life sciences sector, and creating the climate for job creation in every region of the province.

With labor shortages mounting, manufacturing advocates say there's a ready pool of talent available within underserved minority communities in many major U.S. cities. Discussing this topic are: • Erica Swinney Staley, Executive Director of Manufacturing Renaissance in Chicago, an organization that promotes career-track manufacturing jobs to young people in low-income communities. • Beth Dawson, Director of the Apprenticeship Program at Manufacturing Works Cleveland where she connects manufacturers with Cleveland public schools students seeking career opportunities • Jordan Hooser, a recent graduate of Cleveland's Max S Hayes High School, who's working as an apprentice at WLS Stamping & Fabricating Co. • Ryan Joseph, an industrial recruiter and regular contributor to SecurityInfoWatch.com and a recruiting at the Recruit Group. Ryan has written several articles about some of the challenges faced in DEI hiring.

In this episode of Steel Stories' CEO Edition, U. S. Steel President and CEO David Burritt welcomes Harvard Business School Professor Willy Shih for a conversation about the critical role of manufacturing in America's prosperity. They delve into the intricacies of the manufacturing renaissance, exploring themes such as the synergy between engineering and production, the impact of offshoring, and the intersection of manufacturing and innovation. Professor Shih also shares insights and perspectives from his book "Producing Prosperity."

Welcome to another episode of the Manufacturing Momentum podcast! Today, Matt Bogoshian hosts Petra Mitchell, President & CEO of Catalyst Connection and a distinguished leader in Pittsburgh's manufacturing scene. With Petra's deep roots and expertise in the manufacturing industry, this episode promises a riveting conversation between Matt and Petra about the Pittsburgh region's manufacturing leadership and the evolution of their manufacturing sector.

Welcome to another episode of the Manufacturing an American Century podcast! In this episode, your host Matt Bogoshian speaks with a long-time AMCC leader and driving force behind Utah's manufacturing renaissance, Dr. Tulinda Larsen, Executive Director of the Utah Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Institute. Get ready to dive into a dynamic conversation about how Utah manufacturing stakeholders drive collaboration and innovation in the Beehive State.

Drew Crowe is the force behind the New American Manufacturing Renaissance. From overcoming personal adversities as a teenage father and two-time felon, Drew's journey unfolded an extraordinary realization—the boundless potential within manufacturing. In this episode of The Manufacturing Employer, we'll be talking about bridging the workforce and skills gap, and how to effectively engage, recruit, and retain the next generation of manufacturing professionals.

ASEAN's share of world foreign direct investments had climbed to 17% in 2022, almost triple its 6% share in 2016. The next wave of investments are expected to boost the green sector as governments announce concrete measures to transition to net zero. Chua Hak Bin, Co-Head of Macro discusses his report. For the full conversation with other analysts at Maybank, go to the latest Weekly Briefing episode on ASEAN Speaks.

This episode covers promising  macroeconomic factors for CRE in manufacturing and beyond with Mike Spears, Managing Principal at Lee & Associates.The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with some of the top CRE professionals in the space. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate. In this episode, Crexi's Ashley Kobovitch sits with Mike to dive into his bullish thoughts of the state of commercial real estate, current happenings in Houston industrial, the importance of staying ahead of the curve as a broker, and much more. Their wide-ranging conversation includes:Introductions and early career movesEarly lessons working in development and understanding owner/client POVs Key mentors and the importance of building relationships in-marketImportance of proactivity, non-stop networking, and building credibilityMaximizing the hours in your day and putting in the reps to improve skillsThe importance of developing good habits and maintaining themCurrent overview of Texas' and Houston's CRE market and important trendsHouston and US manufacturing shifts that bode well for industrial/economic trendsKey differences between today and previous market cyclesFundamentals that make Texas such a promising CRE investment marketAdvice for clients, peers, and younger brokersNew opportunities and tools available to folks entering CRERapid-fire questions and sign-offsAnd much more!If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to our newsletter to receive the very next one delivered straight to your inbox. For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi Insights.Ready to find your next CRE property? Visit Crexi and immediately browse hundreds of thousands of available commercial properties.Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://www.crexi.com/linkedin​ https://www.youtube.com/crexiAbout Mike Spears:Mike Spears, SIOR, CCIM, has established a remarkable career spanning over 22 years, with more than $1.5 billion in transactions. He specializes in the greater Houston area, focusing on industrial property, land, and investment sales. Before his affiliation with Lee & Associates, Mike spent 15 years with TNRG, serving as the company's president for seven years, where he was involved in over 700 transactions, including leasing, sales, and industrial project development. In addition to his commercial real estate success, Mike is an active member of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR), an exclusive, nationally-recognized organization whose members produce at the top of their respective markets while upholding the highest ethical standards. He also holds the designation of CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member) and is a National Association of Industrial and Office Professionals (NAIOP) member. 

American Manufacturing is experiencing a contemporary renaissance. However, what exactly does that mean, and why does it matter? If manufacturing is going through a massive change in the U.S., how do we all fit into that picture? And who are the leaders of the movement? We're joined by one of the movement leaders, the founder of the New Manufacturing Renaissance, Andrew Crowe. Andrew joins us on ASSEMBLY Audible to share his background, work, and why the manufacturing renaissance matters to all of us. Sponsored By:

The discussion of the Manufacturing Renaissance and the impact of reaching the youth sector of area Communities and the future jobs that are becoming readily available as major Tech/Workforce Development companies are moving to the area.

Join host Jim Mayer on this week's episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast as he sits down with the leader of The New American Manufacturing Renaissance, Andrew "The MFG" Crowe. They dive into the ever-changing landscape of the manufacturing industry, exploring the gig economy's impact and how it affects manufacturing. They also discuss the importance of breaking down unconscious bias in hiring practices and the role manufacturing can play as a positive force for change in communities. Drew shares his wealth of knowledge and expertise and provides invaluable insights into the industry. Please tune in to this fascinating conversation and learn how manufacturing can catalyze positive societal change. Don't miss this enlightening and impactful episode! Are you looking to improve your employee retention? Start by perfecting your onboarding and training experience for new hires! Check out @Trainual to see how they can help you scale your growth and make onboarding easier and more efficient than ever. https://start.trainual.com/mcp

It's been about two years since Andrew Crowe, public speaker and Founder of the New American Manufacturing Renaissance, was last on the show in episode 46 – and so much has happened since then. This time around, we sit down over a couple of beers in St. Louis to catch up on what he has been working on and how much The New American Manufacturing Renaissance has grown since. The New American Manufacturing Renaissance is a movement intended to show how manufacturing is a great career option for anyone – no matter your background or demographics. Andrew speaks about why this is so important to the industry and America in general and the barriers we must overcome in manufacturing to make it more of an open industry that people want to get involved in. Andrew explores what companies, and the industry as a whole, can do to make manufacturing more appealing to a wider variety of people and why that diversity is so important. We also delve into what Project MFG is all about and his plans for the future. In this episode, find out:How The New American Manufacturing Renaissance has grown The disconnect between the old and new in manufacturingWhat Andrew learned from his tour The importance of having diverse voices in manufacturingWhat companies can do to improve industry awareness and encourage new talentExternal things we can do in the wider community for the industryWhat Project MFG is Andrew talks about his side hustles and projectsWhy collaboration is key in manufacturing Enjoying the show? Please leave us a review here. Even one sentence helps. It's feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going!Tweetable Quotes:“How do we show people that their ideas matter? How do we take those ideas, make them, show them the process of it, and then put them into the world to help solve some of these problems?”“Let's have those conversations. Let's have those dialogues. And then, let's reach out and collaborate amongst our ecosystem. That's how we began to build.”“People are not necessarily trying to uphold these old systems. But they are recognizing that they're a part of them and reaching out trying to figure out how to improve them and make them better for everybody.”Links & mentions:The MFG, Andrew Crowe's website Project MFG, a catalyst that helps elevate the next generation of highly skilled trade professionals by changing mindsets, fostering community preparedness, and challenging how the critical skills needed to succeed in modern advanced manufacturing are taught.Make sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.

In this week's episode we speak to Stephen Kinnock MP about not only the importance of steel to local communities, but also as a foundation industry to the UK economy. He shares his thoughts about the importance and challenges of decarbonisation and says the Labour party would support a technology transition financially and legislatively as part of an industrial strategy.

Dee Dee is the Industry Coordinator at Manufacturing Renaissance. She is responsible for recruiting manufacturing companies for field trips, job shadowing experiences, internships and career opportunities, as well as to prepare students for careers in manufacturing. DeeDee has been part of the MR team since 2014. She has recruited for various manufacturing companies in multiple industries for various types of positions for over 15 years.   Throughout this episode of The Manufacturing Alliance Podcast, we discussed the potential for youths in manufacturing, what it looks like to train youths for careers in manufacturing, preparing manufacturers for youth workers, and much more!

Leslie is joined by International Vice President of the United Steelworkers (USW), David McCall. The two discuss why the United States is poised for a manufacturing renaissance, and how we can assure that it happens. Manufacturing is the backbone of the country, providing both critical goods and good jobs. While union members have known this for years, the past year and a half drove home on a wide scale how important domestic manufacturing is not only to our economy, but also to our national security: - Broken supply chains during the pandemic meant shortages of lifesaving personal protective equipment and medical supplies- It also created supply chain shortages in other critical goods like computer chips - Other factors like the strain on Texas's electrical grid this winter are also creating shortages of plastics needed for consumer goods, highlighting the need for more resiliency in our supply chains The manufacturing sector has been weakened over the years by bad trade policy and lack of attention to meaningful and sound economic growth principles. The result of the pandemic caused the sector to fall even more deeply. As a result, in the 1st quarter of 2020, Durable Manufacturing production fell almost 10%, and by the 2nd quarter of 2020 it fell by 58%. In Non-Durable production, during the 1st quarter of 2020, it only fell by less than 1%, but in the 2nd quarter it dropped by 33%. The Manufacturing sector overall lost 1.3 million jobs in March and April of 2020 (900,00 in Durable and 400,00 in Non-Durable). Now the U.S. did add 15,000 manufacturing jobs in June, but we're still down 481,000 jobs from February 2020, which was just before the pandemic struck. Despite these struggles, this is a moment of great potential: - Once the extra federal stimulus money and extra unemployment benefits began in the latter half of 2020, the sector began to rebound - A recent report from the Reshoring Initiative revealed that more companies are reshoring production, or bringing manufacturing jobs back to the United States - Earlier this month, the FTC issued a rule to crack down on Made in America fraud which will help businesses that are truly operating here - We also have a President who is taking the need for domestic manufacturing seriously This is reflected in a number of decisions and policies from the Biden administration: - President Biden issued executive orders intended to help foster domestic manufacturing growth, including a critical supply chain review that resulted in a number of recommendations that were issued last month - He also issued an executive order looking to ensure that wherever possible the government is spending tax payers' money on American-made products. This is already bearing fruit with new waiver guidance that will help close loopholes in Made in America rules But some of the most significant potential for revitalizing domestic manufacturing comes from the effort to rebuild America's infrastructure, especially if it comes with strong domestic procurement provisions. The robust infrastructure investment President Biden is working toward won't just make our communities safer, it'll support a variety of good, union jobs. From making the steel that goes into our bridges, to manufacturing pipes for our water systems, American workers are already well positioned to meet our country's infrastructure needs. But it's not just about meeting last century's infrastructure needs. We also need to invest in things like the fiber optic cables and renewable energy infrastructure – that USW members also make – that will be critical in keeping us connected well into the future. The bipartisan deal 21 Senators are working on is a good start, but we need to keep the momentum going. The website for the USW is www.USW.org. Their handle on Twitter and Instagram is @steelworkers.

Leslie is joined by International Vice President of the United Steelworkers (USW), David McCall. The two discuss why the United States is poised for a manufacturing renaissance, and how we can assure that it happens. Manufacturing is the backbone of the country, providing both critical goods and good jobs. While union members have known this for years, the past year and a half drove home on a wide scale how important domestic manufacturing is not only to our economy, but also to our national security: - Broken supply chains during the pandemic meant shortages of lifesaving personal protective equipment and medical supplies- It also created supply chain shortages in other critical goods like computer chips - Other factors like the strain on Texas's electrical grid this winter are also creating shortages of plastics needed for consumer goods, highlighting the need for more resiliency in our supply chains  The manufacturing sector has been weakened over the years by bad trade policy and lack of attention to meaningful and sound economic growth principles.   The result of the pandemic caused the sector to fall even more deeply.  As a result, in the 1st quarter of 2020, Durable Manufacturing production fell almost 10%, and by the 2nd quarter of 2020 it fell by 58%.  In Non-Durable production, during the 1st quarter of 2020, it only fell by less than 1%, but in the 2nd quarter it dropped by 33%. The Manufacturing sector overall lost 1.3 million jobs in March and April of 2020 (900,00 in Durable and 400,00 in Non-Durable).  Now the U.S. did add 15,000 manufacturing jobs in June, but we're still down 481,000 jobs from February 2020, which was just before the pandemic struck.  Despite these struggles, this is a moment of great potential: - Once the extra federal stimulus money and extra unemployment benefits began in the latter half of 2020, the sector began to rebound - A recent report from the Reshoring Initiative revealed that more companies are reshoring production, or bringing manufacturing jobs back to the United States - Earlier this month, the FTC issued a rule to crack down on Made in America fraud which will help businesses that are truly operating here - We also have a President who is taking the need for domestic manufacturing seriously This is reflected in a number of decisions and policies from the Biden administration: - President Biden issued executive orders intended to help foster domestic manufacturing growth, including a critical supply chain review that resulted in a number of recommendations that were issued last month  - He also issued an executive order looking to ensure that wherever possible the government is spending tax payers' money on American-made products. This is already bearing fruit with new waiver guidance that will help close loopholes in Made in America rules But some of the most significant potential for revitalizing domestic manufacturing comes from the effort to rebuild America's infrastructure, especially if it comes with strong domestic procurement provisions.   The robust infrastructure investment President Biden is working toward won't just make our communities safer, it'll support a variety of good, union jobs.  From making the steel that goes into our bridges, to manufacturing pipes for our water systems, American workers are already well positioned to meet our country's infrastructure needs. But it's not just about meeting last century's infrastructure needs. We also need to invest in things like the fiber optic cables and renewable energy infrastructure – that USW members also make – that will be critical in keeping us connected well into the future. The bipartisan deal 21 Senators are working on is a good start, but we need to keep the momentum going. The website for the USW is www.USW.org.  Their handle on Twitter and Instagram is @steelworkers.

Andrew Crowe might just be the most important person in manufacturing right now. He's a teacher, brand energizer, and a strong proponent for diversity in manufacturing, but that’s just scratching the surface. After discovering the promise and potential of manufacturing after college, he created the Elevate Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technologies. Elevate is a program that brings together companies, educators, and the next generation of aspiring youth to fill critical manufacturing jobs and lead the new American manufacturing renaissance. In this episode of Manufacturing Happy Hour, Andrew shares his story and how he finally found his passion in manufacturing. He discusses why manufacturing is such a great career for young people in terms of salary, training, and progression. He also shares how he teaches and inspires the next generation of manufacturing industry leaders. In this episode, find out: How Andrew’s background influenced his decision to go to college and pursue a career How Andrew first discovered his passion for manufacturing Elevate’s mission to inspire the next generation of manufacturing industry leaders Diversity and inclusion in the manufacturing industry How Andrew works with individuals and companies to get people into manufacturing http://manufacturinghappyhour.com/iTunes (Enjoying the show? Please leave us a review here.) Even one sentence helps. It’s feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going! Tweetable Quotes: “We’re moving from a skilled trade to a smart trade.” – Andrew Crowe “Industry 4.0 is on the way right now.”  – Andrew Crowe “All hope is not lost. American manufacturing is coming back.”  – Andrew Crowe Links & mentions: Elevate Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, website coming soon… https://ranken.edu/ (Ranken Technical College), the leading Missouri technical college https://www.makingchips.com/listen/andrew-crowe-237 (Andrew Crowe on MakingChips), another fantastic manufacturing podcast where you can hear more about Andrew’s story http://www.earthboundbeer.com/ (Earthbound Beer), a local St. Louis craft brewery on historic Cherokee Street https://www.saintlouishopshop.com/ (Saint Louis Hop Shop), a retail craft beer store located in the Cherokee Street Business District of St. Louis, MO https://blackisbeautiful.beer/ (Black is Beautiful), a collaborative beer industry effort to raise awareness for the injustices people of color face daily Make sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com/ (http://manufacturinghappyhour.com) for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.

How do you find the next big idea — one that will change business or the world? As the main forces of R&D have moved out of government offices and into private businesses, many organizations lack the structure to properly engage them. How can companies encourage innovation and growth in our fast-moving world? What organizational changes can be implemented to create a structure that nurtures sky-high, implausible ideas that challenge conventional wisdom and lead us to our next innovation revolution? In this episode, Gautam Mukunda speaks with two best-selling authors and entrepreneurs. The physicist founder of a biotech company, Safi Bahcall, and author, investor, and startup CEO, David Kidder describe how to organize your teams and methods for a breakthrough. “I'm a huge believer in structure. Regardless of whether a company desires growth or not, most efficiency-driven, short-termism-driven cultures — I like to refer to them as the big to bigger — really are at war with growth in their incentive. The talent, the structure, and the models are not designed in any way to create growth as a natural order of their management. Trying to do innovation or disruption anywhere inside or near it is literally a fool’s errand.” — David S. Kidder Follow @GMukunda on Twitter   Books Referenced: Loonshots: How to Nurture the Crazy Ideas That Win Wars, Cure Diseases, and Transform Industries, by Safi Bahcall New to Big: How Companies Can Create Like Entrepreneurs, Invest Like VCs, and Install a Permanent Operating System for Growth, by David Kidder and Christina Wallace Producing Prosperity: Why America Needs a Manufacturing Renaissance, by Gary P. Pisano and Willy Shih Leading Without Authority: How the New Power of Co-Elevation Can Break Down Silos, Transform Teams, and Reinvent Collaboration, by Keith Ferrazzi Nabokov books Perfectly Reasonable Deviations from the Beaten Track: The Letters of Richard P. Feynman, by Richard P. Feynman, Michelle Feynman Darwin's Origin of Species: A Biography, by Janet Browne   Guest Info: Safi Bahcall is a physicist, a former public-company CEO, the founder of a biotechnology company specializing in cancer drugs, and the author of Loonshots: How to Nurture the Crazy Ideas that Win Wars, Cure Diseases, and Transform Industries. An instant WSJ bestseller, Loonshots has been translated into 18 languages; selected as a best business book of the year by Bloomberg, Financial Times, Forbes, Inc., the Washington Post, and others; and recommended by Bill Gates, Daniel Kahneman, Ed Catmull, Gen. Stanley McChrystal, and Malcolm Gladwell. Loonshots was the #1 most recommended book of the year in Bloomberg’s annual survey of CEOs and entrepreneurs. Safi received his BA summa cum laude from Harvard, completed his Ph.D. in physics at Stanford, and served for three years as a consultant at McKinsey and Company. In 2001, he co-founded Synta Pharmaceuticals. He led the company's IPO and served as its CEO for 13 years. In 2008, he was named E&Y New England Biotechnology Entrepreneur of the Year. In 2011, he worked with President Obama’s council of science advisors (PCAST) on the future of national research. Safi currently advises CEOs and leadership teams on strategy and innovation and is working on his next book. He lives with his wife and two children in Cambridge, MA.   David S. Kidder is an entrepreneur and an angel investor in over 40 companies. He is currently the co-founder and CEO of Bionic, a company that unlocks new growth for the world's most competitive enterprises by leveraging the mindsets and methodologies of venture capital and entrepreneurship. Previously, he served as the co-founder and CEO of venture-backed startups Clickable and co-founded SmartRay Network. A graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology, he received Ernst and Young's Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2008. He is the creator and co-author of two-time New York Times bestselling series The Intellectual Devotional, The Startup Playbook and his latest book, New To Big, published in April 2019 with Penguin Random House. David can be found across all social platforms at @davidskidder and at onbionic.com and davidskidder.com.

We’ve seen unprecedented impact from the coronavirus pandemic, and certainly, the impact on business and manufacturing has presented a very distinct challenge.  What are the lessons imperative for businesses to learn out of this experience?  What should consumers take note of?  How did we go from a health crisis to shortages of toilet paper, canned food and other consumer items? Harvard Business School professor Dr. Willy Shih discusses how the pandemic affected supply chains globally and what are the long-term strategies.  Dr. Shih is the author, along with Gary Pisano, of the book "Producing Prosperity–Why America Needs a Manufacturing Renaissance".  It is available for purchase through Dr. Shih's website here and through Amazon here

U.S. Manufacturing Set to Rise Again with James Crean of Crean, Inc.: If Amazon and the pandemic have taught the American manufacturers anything, it is that “just-in-time” has major gaps. Cheaper labor in other markets turns out not to be cheaper when you consider the costs of shipping, the need for speed, and the impact that AI can have on efficiency. Are we at a new dawn for American manufacturing?

With disruptions in international supply chains for essential products (like medical equipment and supplies) disrupted in the current COVID pandemic, Australians have a new appreciation for the importance of retaining a flexible, high-quality, domestic manufacturing capacity. And the ongoing transformation of Australia's energy industry, with rapid expansion of renewable energy sources, would add momentum to the renaissance of Australian manufacturing. That is the conclusion of a new study written by Dan Nahum, Economist at the Centre for Future Work.

There is not much we cannot manufacture in Australia – and yet the sector represents just 6% of Australian GDP. For the manufacturing sector, what the coronavirus has created is transparency. For the first time, consumers are starting to understand what we do and don’t make here – and are becoming increasingly aware of who made it, what’s in it and what went into making a product. Even businesses are looking at their supply networks differently as they work hard to source local alternatives to global supply chains. If Government incentivised and prioritised local procurement we can enhance our long term supply chain security which could provide the catalyst for a manufacturing led recovery. Mark Phillips, National Head of Performance Improvement and manufacturing sector expert, explains how COVID-19 has affected the manufacturing industry, how generations to come will change their consumer behaviours as a result, and how the manufacturing sector could potentially lead the economic recovery of Australia.

This summer will mark the longest economic recovery in U.S. history. The bull market already made it into the record books for longevity in August of 2018. The S&P 500 and the NASDAQ reached new record highs just this Tuesday. Rather than a cause for celebration many economists, business leaders, consumers and investors have viewed these unparalleled achievements as cause for concern. Their thinking: this must mean the end is near. This week’s guest is not in the end is near camp. Anything but! She has been a believer in the U.S. economy’s recovery capabilities since it emerged from the global financial crisis. Nancy Lazar is Co-Founding Partner and Head of the Economic Research team at Cornerstone Macro, a leading independent macroeconomic investment and policy research firm she launched in 2013. Lazar was one of the first economists to recognize what she dubbed, “America’s Manufacturing Renaissance,” the re-emerging competitive advantage of the United States as a manufacturing base once again. And as China’s economy slowed and America’s strengthened, she saw the U.S. assuming a key role in driving global growth once again, a role ceded to what many concluded was China’s unstoppable ascent. WEALTHTRACK #1545 broadcast on April 16, 2019 More at: WEALTHTRACK --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wealthtrack/support

Jay is COO of The Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute (ARM). ARM is an independent non-profit that won an $80 million grant from the U.S. Department of Defense to become the leading catalyst of robotics innovation and expertise to accelerate growth in US-based manufacturing and the high value careers.   It is also supported by an additional $173 million in commitments from more than 100 members and partners in industry, academia, technology, government and economic development groups.   We discuss how ARM is deploying its capital, the challenges associated with bringing more manufacturing jobs back to America, and the limitations of modern robotics technologies.   Never miss one of our best episodes by subscribing to the newsletter.   Jay’s Challenge; Consider jobs in advanced manufacturing.   Connect with Jay LinkedIn Twitter Website   Underwritten by Piper Creative A digital agency that provides strategy, delivery, and analysis specializing in a few key service offerings. Documentary-as-a-Service (Vlogging 2.0) Instagram Content Production & Account Building Podcast Production, Strategy Consulting, and Guest Acquisition   If you aren’t creating or curating content regularly, your clients and customers might forget you’re open for business. YouTube Instagram   If you liked this interview, check out episode 297 with Jorgen Pedersen where we discuss robots taking human jobs and episode 304 with Neil Ashbaugh about training the next generation of manufacturing workers. Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Overcast | PodBay

PHoto: (Alan Marsh/Getty Images) Only six months after emerging from bankruptcy protection, is Stelco planning a steel manufacturing renaissance? A report says that the company has decided to stabilize some components of its infrastructure. Guest: Marvin Ryder. Business Professor, DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University.

Our country was built on hard work and problem solving. John Ratzenberger, the postman from the popular television series, Cheers, tells us about the skills that made him a successful actor, serial entrepreneur, and the voice of American manufacturing: an unyielding work ethic and inquisitive mind. John currently keeps himself busy as an active member of the Elite Aerospace Group, a treasured Pixar voiceover artist, and founder of subscription box company, thegiftbox.com. John offers tried and true advice for new entrepreneurs looking to build a successful future. Listen now. [00:00:00] John Ratzenberger: From Actor to Entrepreneur [00:05:28] Small Factory Town to Hollywood Big Screen [00:11:30] Raising Next Generation Entrepreneurs [00:18:20] Ratzenberger Calls for Manufacturing Renaissance [00:26:52] Coming Soon: The Second Golden Age of Aviation [00:33:21] John Ratzenberger’s Investment Strategy

Mat Hunter, Managing Director of the Central Research Laboratory, talked to Marek Pawlowski, founder of MEX, about the manufacturing heritage of CRL’s unique startup acceleration facility and his plans for a design-led hardware renaissance in the UK. The CRL resides in the Shipping Building on the old EMI site, where the evocative slogan ‘His Master’s Voice’ is emblazoned in huge letters across the exterior, recalling the history of a location closely associated with British industry and creativity. Today the Central Research Laboratory is an accelerator of digital and manufacturing innovation, helping a new generation of hardware companies achieve industrial scale. Mat took on the role in 2016, after a career which has included time as a partner at IDEO, Chief Designer Officer for the Design Council and lecturing at the Royal College of Art and Imperial College. (Updated, Sunday, 18th December to correct audio issues) Shows notes with links to everything discussed & bonus photos from visiting the Central Research Laboratory: http://www.mobileuserexperience.com/?p=4139 Contact: T: https://twitter.com/mexfeed/ E: designtalk@mobileuserexperience.com

On part 2 of this episode of MakingChips, we continue our discussion with Bill Strauss, Senior Economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. Topics discussed in this episode include the world economy, energy prices and their impact on manufacturing, borrowing and loans, education, growth rate, future economic trends, and the millennial generation. Episode Structure: [01:30] - Manufacturing Renaissance [03:35] - Energy Production and Manufacturing [06:05] - "The Good Old Days" [07:30] - The Two Ways to Economic Growth [10:45] - Educated Workforce [15:00] - Gradual Improvement [16:15] - Quick Fire Questions for Bill [18:40] - A Glimpse into the Future [21:55] - Millennial Generation’s Effect on Manufacturing [23:45] - Conclusion of Episode We Want to Hear From You, The Metalworking Nation: jim@makingchips.com jason@makingchips.com ryan@makingchips.com Telephone: (312) 725-0245

Gary Pisano, Harvard Business School professor and coauthor of "Producing Prosperity: Why America Needs a Manufacturing Renaissance."