EECO Asks Why Podcast
Episodes
288 episodes
213. Idea: Modernization Case Study Part II - Project Management means bring on the Tums!
For those that have walked a modernization project from cradle to grave you know success lies in the details and planning. Showing up on gameday doesn't work for a NFL team and neither does success in a project of any size. In part ...
212. Idea: Modernization Case Study Part I - getting the ducks in a row!
Guests:Micah Miley - Engineer at Summerville CPW Mike Rathbun - Power & Control Solution Architecture M...
211. Hero: Paula Courtney - CEO & President at The Verde Group
Paula Courtney has an amazing journey that is full of inspiration for others to learn from. As the CEO of Verde Group she is leading the way in improving the customer experience by providing insightful market research consultation service...
210. Idea: What is Energy Intelligence?
What if you could look at your operations holistically and marry your energy data to the production data? Welcome - you just entered the world of energy intelligence! Natalie Birdwell is leading the way in this sector and helping industri...
209. Hero: Tanuj Thapliyal - CEO at Spot AI
At the core of who Tanuj Thapliyal is a desire to help people. That has driven him to great lengths and ultimately founding Spot AI. Tanuj put in the work to learn the skills needed to serve others so much so that he completed a dou...
208. Idea: Historically Black Colleges and Universities & Their Impact on Industry
One area that is making an impact on industry and specifically the skills gap are the amazing graduates from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU's). Ayoka Gay is an HBCU graduate herself and shares about how programs at HBC...
207. Heroes: Advocates for Vocations - Amber Wilborne & Jody Woolwine
The next generation of industrial leaders are sitting in a classroom right now. They are being taught many different subjects that will help them grow but too many never get the chance to learn about some of the exciting opportunities tha...
206. Idea: Culture by Design – How to build a High Performing Culture
Do not leave culture to chance because it influences everything! David Friedman literally wrote the book on how to design company cultures that make an impact and he shares some of the insights he's learned over the years that are sure to...
205. Hero: Bob Meads - President at iQagent
Every journey is unique and what makes Bob Meads so special is the passion in which he unpacks his creation story that led him to the amazing world of augmented reality. Beginning with his career in the Navy, Bob always had a passion for ...
204. Idea: Industrial Marketing for Manufacturers in 2022
To create visibility for your business you must be able to position yourself and your company as expert resources. Through that process you can earn attention, trust and visibility. But how is that accomplished? Welcome to the...
203. Hero: Ron Thompson - Control/Interface Developer at Lampe & Malphrus Lumber Co.
"I enjoy what I'm doing" - that sums up the great journey that our hero Ron Thompson shares in this episode. After serving his country as a marine Ron has made an impact in many industries and what makes him unique is that he's always got...
202. Idea - Industrial Analytics
As the industrial world evolves more and more attention is centering around data. These days the plant floor has access to more data than ever before. But it's not enough to simply have data - you have to use that to make better bus...
201. Hero: Jeff Long - Owner of True Focus Media
Entrepreneurship, video and ministry - this hero episode covers it all! Jeff Long is absolutely crushing it at True Focus Media and he stopped in to share his story and encourage others to pursue their passions. As a fresh graduate ...
200. Idea: Simplifying Sales for Industry
Get ready for serious truth as Mike Weinberg shares his insight on how to simply sales for industry. Mike is a consultant, sales coach, speaker and author on a mission to simplify sales. His specialties are New Business Development and Sa...
199. Women of Industry - The Skills Gap: What are we going to do?
The skills gap is a real issue in industry and there is a great opportunity to improve by encouraging and supporting women to join this sector. To help explore this idea we brought in a power house panel of ladies to listen and learn from...
198. Women of Industry - Women and Family
Guests:Mary Bruce Clemons - Industrial Controls Technician @ TW Controls
197. Women of Industry - Women in STEM
The world of STEM makes a huge impact on industry and there are many women out there leading the way! In this action packed panel discussion Allie Donnelly and Mary Burgoon unpack the roads that led them to STEM and how it impacted them f...
196. Women of Industry - It's a Man's World
Whoever said "It's a Man's World" needs to pull up a chair and listen to these heroes of industry!Libbie Harrison and
195. Women of Industry - Leadership Panel
Get ready for one of the most impactful conversations ever on EECO Asks Why! In 2020 we had a series that focused on Women in Engineering and those stories resonated with so many people. In 2022 we wanted to serve you by bringing pa...
194. Idea: Video Content Marketing for Manufacturing
The world of business is constantly changing and as technology has evolved the importance of video to serve others has risen. Jeff Long is a leader in industry by helping manufacturers create valuable content that engages potential buyers...
193. Hero: Michael Wilborne - The Industrial Sorcerer in Training
The best way to learn about the next generation of heroes is by talking to them directly. Michael Wilborne is well on his path to a future leader of industry and already has some incredible experiences that he unpacks. Growing up ar...
192. Idea: Exploring the Human Side of Technology
Video technology is right at the center of many Industry 4.0 initiatives. However, many industrial owners struggle with implementation in a way that makes a meaningful impact to the business. Tanuj Thapliyal unpacks how any manufact...
191. Hero: Allie Donnelly - Apprentice Electrician and Panel Builder
Talk about passion for your career!!! Allie Donnelly is our hero and we are convinced that she will quickly become yours as well. Allie's passion for her trade pours out of her in this conversation. As a young apprentice elect...
190. Idea: Industrial Networking Case Study - Lampe & Malphrus Lumber
So many industrial companies are struggling with their industrial network especially with the increased demand on data for process improvement. Ron Thompson shares the experience he had at Lampe & Malphrus Lumber Company as he led a massive...
189. Hero: Michael Manzi - Manufacturing Information Systems Practice Lead at Feyen Zylstra
Our hero Michael Manzi loves a challenge. From serving our country in the Navy working in nuclear submarines to designing world class MIS systems his journey will have you on the edge of your seat. He shares story after story of how...