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| Breaking Down the New Trade Show Playbook with Steve Prahalis of SME | 15 Jan 2025 | 00:49:12 | |
📖 The trade show playbook is being rewritten. In this episode, Steve Prahalis, COO of SME, joins James Soto and Virginia Roberson to discuss how trade shows are evolving to meet the needs of diverse, modern audiences. From strategic partnerships to hybrid models and tailored attendee experiences, Steve shares insights to help trade show organizers, exhibitors, and marketers adapt and thrive. 🎧 Topics include:
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| Maximizing Industry Impact: A Trade Show Marketing Conversation with Ed Youdell, CEO of FMA | 15 Oct 2024 | 00:38:47 | |
In this episode, we talk with Ed Youdell, President and CEO of the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association (FMA), about how trade shows, marketing, data strategies, and automation are transforming the metal fabrication industry. Ed shares insights on the role of first-party data, workforce development, and the future of manufacturing with automation and robotics. Articles and resources referenced in this episode:
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| Charting a New Course for B2B Growth with Jennifer Stanley, McKinsey & Company | 04 May 2023 | 00:57:20 | |
On this episode of Industrial Strength Marketing, James Soto welcomes Jennifer Stanley. Stanley, partner at McKinsey & Company, shares her insights on how to create positive and enduring change in the world, and how to grow your business through sales and marketing. They also examine how the rule of thirds will guide industrial companies to execute their marketing and sales strategies. The conversation focuses on the need for businesses to adapt to this trend to stay competitive and includes insights on how to create a successful e-commerce strategy Articles and resources referenced in this episode:
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| Leveraging Gifting to Break Through the Digital Noise with Kris Rudeegraap, CEO of Sendoso | 27 Apr 2023 | 00:45:17 | |
On this episode of Industrial Strength Marketing, James Soto interviews Kris Rudeegraap, the founder of Sendoso. Sendoso is the worlds leading sending experience and management platform industrial and B2B marketers trust to build authentic relationships through intelligent corporate gifting. Kris shares his story of how he started the company and the challenges he faced along the way, including a cease and desist letter from Starbucks. The two discuss the importance of personalized marketing and its impact on the customer experience. This episode is a must-listen for marketers looking to make a difference in their businesses. If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Exploring the Power and Ethics of AI Technology in Marketing with Parry Malm | 20 Apr 2023 | 00:48:33 | |
On this episode of Industrial Strength Marketing, host James Soto sits down with Parry Malm, CEO and co-founder of Phrasee, to talk about his journey as a marketer and entrepreneur. Malm discusses how he fell into entrepreneurship and the challenges of marketing in today's technology-focused landscape. Soto and Malm delve into the world of AI, its impact on marketing, and the ethics of it all. This episode also explores the intersection of marketing, technology, and business strategy. Articles and resources reference in this episode: If you haven’t already, please review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know your thoughts on the show. About the Show About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Improving One Percent Every Day with Meaghan Ziemba, Mavens of Manufacturing | 12 Apr 2023 | 00:34:44 | |
Meaghan Ziemba, the founder of Mavens of Manufacturing and technical writer, is capturing the attention and telling the stories of women in manufacturing. In this podcast, Meaghan shares her story and encourages others to strive to be better one percent every day. Ladies and gentlemen, you will be inspired.
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| Mfg Day 2022 - A IMTS+ Creators Lounge Rewind | 08 Oct 2022 | 01:09:55 | |
Manufacturing Day 2022 is here! Join the IMTS+ Creators Lounge crew of rising social media stars as they talk about making positive perceptions of manufacturing a reality.
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| IMTS+ Creators Lounge: Marketing Return on Heart with Scott MacKenzie, Industrial Talk | 11 Sep 2022 | 00:56:05 | |
Manufacturers are resolving to get back to IMTS. Scott MacKenzie, host of Industrial Talk, and James Soto are back. Listen in as they connect ahead of joining a leading team of manufacturing influencers at the IMTS+ Creators Lounge, the destination where manufacturing creators are gathering to tell their human stories.
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| The Art of Getting Specified with Adam Beck, CADENAS PARTsolutions | 17 Aug 2022 | 00:20:02 | |
Adam Beck, Director of Marketing at CADENAS PARTsolutions, gives a masterclass on the art of getting specified by engineers. Learn why industrial marketers that provide specifying tools will grow their businesses by making their customers’ jobs easier.
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| The Future of Marketing and Selling in the Industrial Sector with James Soto | 02 Dec 2021 | 00:56:42 | |
Manufacturers that center on the customer, leverage data, and introduce the least amount of friction in the industrial buyer’s process will win the business of the future. If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| The Engineering Approach to Industrial Marketing with Ilya Mirman, Desktop Metal | 28 Oct 2021 | 00:48:44 | |
Ilya Mirman, chief marketing officer of Desktop Metal, discusses his engineering approach to industrial marketing against the backdrop of the industrial design software and additive manufacturing revolution. If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. As a top manufacturing podcast, we’re focused on what matters most to industrial marketers and executives tasked with developing and delivering on a strategic growth agenda. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing leaders on the lessons learned along the way, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial prospects, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| A Vision to Inspire and Connect a World of Engineers with Frank Baldesarra, Engineering.com | 21 Oct 2021 | 00:39:18 | |
Engineering.com and ProjectBoard are on the move. Frank Baldesarra, CEO shares his purpose-driven vision to connect engineers and the STEM community with the world. Articles and resources reference in this episode: If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. About the Show As a top manufacturing podcast, we’re focused on what matters most to industrial marketers and executives tasked with developing and delivering on a strategic growth agenda. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing leaders on the lessons learned along the way, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial prospects, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Greg Jones on Workforce Development & Smartforce at IMTS 2024 and Beyond | 05 Sep 2024 | 00:43:22 | |
In this episode of the Industrial Strength Marketing podcast, we’re joined by Greg Jones from SME, a leader in integrating education with industry needs. Greg discusses how trade shows like IMTS are evolving into crucial venues for workforce development, focusing on how these events are transforming recruitment and engagement in the manufacturing industry. This episode is a must-listen for talent-focused marketers and manufacturing recruiters aiming to stay ahead in an ever-changing landscape. Join us on the show: Did you enjoy this episode? We'd greatly appreciate your review! Your feedback fuels our momentum and inspires us. Interested in sharing your expertise with industrial marketers, influencers, and leaders? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Why Manufacturers Must Generate Original Content with Hüseyin Kilic, Interesting Engineering | 14 Oct 2021 | 00:42:20 | |
Hüseyin Kilic, chief executive officer of Interesting Engineering shares why manufacturers must create original researched content. Hear why industrial businesses must generate owned content as a hedge to disruptive search algorithms and changing social media terms of service policies. Articles and resources reference in this episode: If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. About the Show As a top manufacturing podcast, we’re focused on what matters most to industrial marketers and executives tasked with developing and delivering on a strategic growth agenda. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing leaders on the lessons learned along the way, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial prospects, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Five Steps to CRM and Marketing Automation Success for Manufacturers with Nicholas Holland, HubSpot | 07 Oct 2021 | 00:57:30 | |
Nicholas Holland, VP of Product at HubSpot, shares The 5 Tips to CRM and Marketing Automation Success for Manufacturers ahead of INBOUND 2021. Articles and resources reference in this episode:
If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. About the Show As a top manufacturing podcast, we focus on what matters most to industrial marketers and executives tasked with developing and delivering on a strategic growth plan. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing leaders on the lessons learned along the way, this show exists to provide insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial prospects, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Then, apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| A Clear and Concise Account-Based Experience Podcast with Jon Miller, Demandbase | 30 Sep 2021 | 00:48:18 | |
Jon Miller, CMO of Demandbase, gives a masterclass on Account-Based Experience (ABX), the rethinking of Account-Based Marketing (ABM) that enhances every aspect of the industrial buyer’s experience throughout the B2B lifecycle.
If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. Happy #internationalpodcastday About the Show As a top manufacturing podcast, we’re focused on what matters most to industrial marketers, sellers, and growth-focused manufacturing executives. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing leaders on winning moves and lessons learned, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial marketers, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Manufacturing Talk Radio- The Podcast that Stands the Test of Time with Lew Weiss and Tim Grady | 23 Sep 2021 | 00:46:34 | |
Manufacturing thought leaders are flocking to the podcast medium, but are these shows built to last? Podcast pioneers Lew Weiss and Tim Grady of the Manufacturing Talk Radio podcast tell the story of manufacturing’s longest-running podcast. If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| The 5 Key Factors to Accelerating a Manufacturer’s Growth with Keith Pigues, Luminas Strategy | 16 Sep 2021 | 01:01:45 | |
Is your manufacturing customer at the center of your business? They better be! Keith Pigues , co-founder of Luminas Strategy, shares his secret sauce to centering on the customer and accelerating the growth rate of a manufacturing business. This is a not to miss episode. Articles and resources reference in this episode:
If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. Want some of the best industrial business growth insights? Visit our INDUSTRIAL Insights destination for the very latest topics and trends on industrial business growth and marketing strategy. About the Show As a top manufacturing podcast, we’re focused on what matters most to industrial marketers and executives tasked with developing and delivering on a strategic growth agenda. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing leaders on the lessons learned along the way, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial prospects, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| The Journey from Inbound to Experience Marketing with Nicholas Holland of HubSpot | 09 Sep 2021 | 00:58:24 | |
Nicholas Holland, HubSpot Vice President of Product spells out why marketers need to market and sellers need to sell how their customers want to buy. Articles and resources reference in this episode:
If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. About the Show Industrial Strength Marketing with James Soto is a top manufacturing podcast focused on what matters most to industrial marketers and executives tasked with developing and delivering on a strategic growth agenda. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing, media, and martech leaders on the lessons learned along the way, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial prospects, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| HubSpot wants to buy us! A tale of hammer, nails, and gifts with Nicholas Holland, HubSpot VP of Product- Marketing Hub | 02 Sep 2021 | 00:11:55 | |
HubSpot’s Nicholas Holland shares his caution-preneurial tale and happily ever after story on positioning and value proposition creep all Industrial Marketers would do well to heed. Articles and resources referenced in this episode:
If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. About the Show Industrial Strength Marketing with James Soto is a top manufacturing podcast focused on what matters most to industrial marketers and executives tasked with developing and delivering on a strategic growth agenda. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing, media, and martech leaders on the lessons learned along the way, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial prospects, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Ignite your B2B Community Marketing and Join Us at Ignite USA with Joel Harrison, editor-in-chief of B2B Marketing | 25 May 2021 | 00:32:33 | |
Industrial B2B Marketers must make mining their communities a strength of their business. Joel Harrison, co-founder and editor in chief of B2B Marketing, shares the birth story of the Propolis community and gives an exclusive preview of B2B Ignite USA. Articles and resources reference in this episode:
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| 2021 B2B Marketing Trends with Joel Harrison, editor-in-chief of B2B Marketing | 14 May 2021 | 00:42:16 | |
Industrial B2B Marketers are especially good at mining their business and supplier communities. Joel Harrison, co-founder and editor in chief of B2B Marketing, joins the show to share a story about building a B2B community and his upcoming 2021 B2B Marketing Trends Report. Articles and resources reference in this episode: If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing on your preferred platform to let us know what you think of the show. Need help in telling your unique manufacturing story or mastering the top challenges and trends in industrial marketing? Visit our INDUSTRIAL Insights section to learn how to make marketing the strength of your manufacturing business. About the Show About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Empowering “the Marketing Girl” With Charli Matthews, Founder and CEO of Empowering Pumps & Equipment | 10 Dec 2020 | 00:52:24 | |
Women in marketing who stand up to question the status quo and educate industrial leaders about the value of marketing can do great things. Charli Matthews, founder and CEO of Empowering Pumps & Equipment, joins the show to share a story about becoming the authority of your own life, business, and marketing. Articles and resources reference in this episode: If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing on your preferred platform to let us know what you think of the show. Need help in telling your unique manufacturing story or mastering the top challenges and trends in industrial marketing? Visit our INDUSTRIAL Insights section to learn how to make marketing the strength of your manufacturing business. About the Show As a top manufacturing podcast, we’re focused on what matters most to industrial marketers and executives tasked with developing and delivering on a strategic growth agenda. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing leaders on the lessons learned along the way, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial prospects, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| The IMTS Success Blueprint with Bonnie Gurney and Michelle Edmonson | 04 Sep 2024 | 00:42:27 | |
In this episode of the Industrial Strength Marketing podcast, we’re joined by Bonnie Gurney and Michelle Edmonson from AMT to discuss the evolving landscape of trade show marketing. As leaders of IMTS, the largest manufacturing technology trade show in North America, Bonnie and Michelle share their experiences and insights on how trade shows are transforming to meet the needs of modern exhibitors and attendees. Learn how IMTS is leading the way in trade show innovation, from digital integration to partnership-driven growth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in trade show marketing, exhibiting, or attendance. Articles and Resources Referenced in This Episode:
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| The Future of Manufacturing Channel Partner Marketing With Laz Gonzalez, Chief Strategy Officer at Zift Solutions | 10 Nov 2020 | 00:51:38 | |
Learn how to master digital channel marketing strategy for manufacturers with Laz Gonzalez, chief strategy officer at Zift Solutions. Join us as we explore how modern platforms are better enabling manufacturers to sell to, through, and for their distributors, dealers, and reps. Articles and resources reference in this episode: If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing on your preferred platform to let us know what you think of the show. Need help in telling your unique manufacturing story or mastering the top challenges and trends in industrial marketing? Visit our INDUSTRIAL Insights section to learn how to make marketing the strength of your manufacturing business. About the Show As a top manufacturing podcast, we’re focused on what matters most to industrial marketers and executives tasked with developing and delivering on a strategic growth agenda. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing leaders on the lessons learned along the way, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial prospects, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| The Over/Under of Manufacturing Marketing With Chris Wilder, CEO of SEPCO | 30 Oct 2020 | 00:46:17 | |
Chris Wilder, CEO of SEPCO, shares inspiration for executives to heed on why doubling down on marketing starts with exploring the power of earned, owned, paid, and social media. Articles and resources reference in this episode:
If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing on your preferred platform to let us know what you think of the show. Need help in telling your unique manufacturing story or mastering the top challenges and trends in industrial marketing? Visit our INDUSTRIAL Insights section to learn how to make marketing the strength of your manufacturing business. About the Show As a top manufacturing podcast, we’re focused on what matters most to industrial marketers and executives tasked with developing and delivering on a strategic growth agenda. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing leaders on the lessons learned along the way, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial prospects, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| The Rise of Top Manufacturing Podcasts | 22 Oct 2020 | 00:27:46 | |
The stats don't lie: Audio-based content is exploding, yet manufacturing podcasts are few and far between, which presents a unique opportunity for manufacturers to ride the early adoption wave. Learn what it takes to get in on the ground floor and create the best podcast in your industrial segment. Articles and resources referenced in this episode:
If you haven’t already, be sure to listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing on your preferred platform to let us know what you think of the show. Need help in telling your unique manufacturing story or mastering the top challenges and trends in industrial marketing? Visit our INDUSTRIAL Insights section to learn how to make marketing the strength of your manufacturing business. About the Show As a top manufacturing podcast, we’re focused on what matters most to industrial marketers and executives tasked with developing and delivering on a strategic growth agenda. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing leaders on the lessons learned along the way, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial prospects, influencers, and leaders across the supply chain? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Win More Business With Peter Levitan, Author of The Levitan Pitch and Agency Consultant | 14 Oct 2020 | 00:45:19 | |
Listen in for a conversation with the author of the marketing book with one of the most compelling subtitles ever: “Read this book. Win more pitches.” Peter Levitan, author and advertising agency business development consultant, muses on team selling, preparing your business for acquisition, and building unforgettable brands. Check out INDUSTRIAL Insights, your destination for the latest marketing, business, and technology trends impacting your industry. Articles and resources referenced in this episode:
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| Walking the Marketing and Diversity Talk in Your Industrial Business with Karla Trotman, President and CEO, Electro Soft. | 06 Oct 2020 | 01:12:19 | |
“Minority-owned businesses often build diverse businesses.” Karla Trotman, president and CEO of Electro Soft, Inc., shares her inspiring journey from logistics, marketing, and leadership to her work inspiring entrepreneurship in underrepresented communities. Check out INDUSTRIAL Insights, your destination for the latest marketing, business, and technology trends impacting your industry. Articles and resources referenced in this episode:
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| The Past, Present and Future of Manufacturing Day with MI, FMA, and NIST MEP | 29 Sep 2020 | 01:00:54 | |
MFG Day is the single largest promotion of manufacturing in U.S. history, nine years running. Listen in as the Manufacturing Institute (MI), Fabricators and Manufacturers Association, International (FMA), Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), and INDUSTRIAL get the band back together to share the backstory and future of the movement that’s attracting the next generation of manufacturing talent. Check out INDUSTRIAL Insights, our new multi-channel industrial marketing insights destination. Articles and resources reference in this episode:
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| Moving from Interactive Marketing Agency to OEM, with Robert Brown, NISSAN | 21 Sep 2020 | 00:38:00 | |
Robert Brown, senior director of interactive marketing of Nissan, joins us to tell his personal story of his journey from leading interactive agencies to leading the charge on interactive marketing in a world transitioning to new media and electrification. Check out INDUSTRIAL Insights, our new multi-channel industrial marketing insights destination. Articles and resources reference in this episode: Join the INDUSTRIAL community on Facebook, so you don’t miss out on our upcoming webinar, “The Marketing Opportunity: How to Thrive in Uncertain Times.” Listen and review Industrial Strength Marketing to let us know what you think of the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Women Telling the Story of Manufacturing with Christina Fuges, MoldMaking Technology | 15 Sep 2020 | 00:40:54 | |
“It takes all of that to make a compact?” Christina Fuges, editorial director of MoldMaking Technology, shares her journey as a manufacturing storyteller through the lens of a woman embraced by industry. Check out INDUSTRIAL Insights, our new multi-channel industrial marketing destination for the latest critical trends impacting your industry and insights on how to make marketing the strength of your business. Articles and resources referenced in this episode:
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| The Data Behind the Trend Toward Marketing Through a Recession with Steve Kline, Gardner Business Intelligence | 08 Sep 2020 | 01:03:17 | |
The data doesn’t lie: manufacturers are increasingly marketing their way through recessions. Steve Kline, chief data officer at Gardner Business Media, and James Soto examine multiple studies spanning past recessions and the present pandemic crisis to show why manufacturers who buck the trend to cut back on marketing are outperforming their competition. Check out INDUSTRIAL Insights, our new multi-channel industrial marketing destination for the latest critical trends impacting your industry and insights on how to make marketing the strength of your business. Articles and resources referenced in this episode:
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| Shaping the Industrial Buying Process, with Dave Necessary, Gardner Business Media | 31 Aug 2020 | 00:48:50 | |
Dave Necessary, director of strategic engagement at Gardner Business Media, dives into ‘Industrial Buying Influence 2020,’ a study examining the behaviors and decision-making unit influencers shaping the industrial buying process. We work our way through the report to discuss insights that industrial marketers, sellers, and business leaders can use to meet the changing demands of the modern industrial buyer. Check out INDUSTRIAL Insights, our new multi-channel industrial marketing insights destination. Articles and resources referenced in this episode:
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| The Future of Trade Shows with Peter Eelman: Innovating at IMTS and Beyond | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:52:35 | |
In this episode of the Industrial Strength Marketing podcast, we sit down with Peter Eelman, Chief Experience Officer at AMT, to explore how the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) has evolved into a premier event for the manufacturing industry. Peter shares his journey from his first IMTS in 1980 to his last event under his leadership in 2024, highlighting the innovations that have shaped IMTS into the largest live marketplace for capital manufacturing equipment and technologies. Learn how IMTS fosters a community of innovation, connects manufacturers with solutions, and continues to drive the industry forward. Plus, get a sneak peek into what’s next for IMTS and the manufacturing community as Peter reflects on his remarkable career. Articles and resources referenced in this episode:
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| Creative Marketing Power with Marcus Whitney | 25 Aug 2020 | 00:51:43 | |
Digital marketing technology innovator and board member, Marcus Whitney, joins James Soto to discuss the role of marketing, technology, entrepreneurship, creative power. Marcus joins the Industrial Strength Marketing show having just released the Amazon #1 Best Seller, Create and Orchestrate, named the #1 book to overcome your entrepreneurial fears, by Entrepreneur magazine: "If Marcus Whitney can go from a college dropout without a place to call home to one of Nashville’s most exciting entrepreneurs in just two decades, there’s nothing stopping you from forging a path entirely your own. "Create and Orchestrate" tells Whitney’s incredible story and offers some of his invaluable insights, ensuring that everyone who reads it walks away with a deeper understanding of how to make their dreams a reality." About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Recruitment Marketing Magic with Lori Furnell, Director of Supply Chain Talent Acquisition at Walmart | 20 Aug 2020 | 00:51:41 | |
Digital driver recruitment marketing is a critical piece of the puzzle that is required to address the massive cost of unfilled trucks to businesses throughout the transportation industry. Lori Furnell, Director of Supply Chain Talent Acquisition at Walmart, sits down with Workforce Recruitment Marketing Agency practice area leader, James Soto, to share why and how brands must make their way for digitally attracting, developing, and retaining top talent as a strength of their business. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| What Is Authority Marketing? A Fireside Chat With Drew Mclellan, Agency Management Institute | 13 Aug 2020 | 00:53:00 | |
We have now entered the age of authority marketing. Agency Management Institute CEO, Drew McLellan, sits down with leading Industrial Marketing Agency leader and host, James Soto, to discuss how leaders must take up the mantle and leverage their authority to grow their manufacturing businesses. In this episode, we dive into studies that show that our most important audiences trust industry experts and company leaders more than anyone other than those like themselves. Aspiring leaders of industry will do well to listen in and discover why and how they must leverage their expertise in order to break through the noise and reach their ideal customers. https://agencymanagementinstitute.com/sell-with-authority-book/ About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| What does a Chief Marketing Officer do? A conversation with a brand visionary - John Neilson, Hunter Fan CMO | 11 Aug 2020 | 00:35:05 | |
The question of what a Chief Marketing Officer does varies as much as brands do. Hunter Fan CMO, John Neilson, sits down with Industrial Strength Marketing CEO, James Soto to discuss the role of a CMO in a modern industrial business. The CMO job description is changing and John dives into the most important relationship that aspiring industrial marketers would do well to consider. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Distributor Marketing with Randy Breaux | 03 Aug 2020 | 00:45:34 | |
How industrial distributors do marketing moving forward will be a deciding factor determining which companies thrive and which ones do not. Motion Industries President Randy Breaux joins the Industrial Strength Marketing Show to discuss why manufacturers and distributors that market their businesses in good times and bad outperform their competitors that do not. Randy shares his story from the perspective of a leader that has led major manufacturing and distribution businesses that believe in marketing, measurement, and the power of people. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Mastering Modern B2B Sales: Building High-Performing Teams with McKinsey Experts Jennifer Stanley and Candice Lun Plotkin | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:53:45 | |
In this episode, Jennifer Stanley and Candace Lun Plotkin from McKinsey & Company share insights on the future of B2B sales and assembling winning teams. Industrial sales are evolving, requiring companies to adapt their selling and marketing strategies. James Soto explores topics like hybrid, inside, and digital sales roles, customer intimacy, agility, and technology's role in driving growth. Articles and resources reference in this episode:
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| Dad Joke Battle with Jon Miller: A Fresh Look at the B2B Landscape, AI, Technology, and Marketing. | 19 Oct 2023 | 00:45:44 | |
In this podcast episode, John Miller, a visionary in the marketing technology industry, discusses the shift in the B2B marketing landscape. He talks about how the economic environment has changed, with more difficulty and uncertainty in the market. Miller also highlights the issue of buyer indifference, as buyers have become numb to traditional marketing tactics. He emphasizes the need for a new go-to-market playbook to adapt to these challenges Articles and resources referenced in this episode: Join us on the show: Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial marketers, influencers, and leaders? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| How to Stand Out in the Content Jungle with Chris Luecke, founder of Manufacturing Happy Hour. | 07 Sep 2023 | 00:21:30 | |
Ready to take your content engagement to the next level? Tune in to this enlightening conversation with Chris Luecke, the mastermind behind Manufacturing Happy Hour. From hidden leadership insights in manufacturing podcasts to building thriving communities, Chris reveals how to make your content resonate and your audience connect.
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| How to do recruiting marketing right for manufacturers with Ann Wyatt | 27 Jul 2023 | 00:34:42 | |
This episode of the Industrial Strength Marketing podcast focuses on what workforce development does/can look like in our industry! James Soto, our host, is bringing in a guest that fights the good fight, to get new workers into the right company, the creator of workforce 4.0 Ann Wyatt! Ann discusses how companies can do a better job sharing information on a job description that provides clarity to workers such as a salary range posting. James also dives into Ann’s history of bringing together companies and technical colleagues to ensure the students are taking classes that not only give them a skill, but set them and their company up for long term success. Articles and resources reference in this episode:
About the Show As a top manufacturing marketing podcast, we’re focused on what matters most to industrial marketers, sellers, and growth-focused manufacturing executives. Featuring inspiring conversations with manufacturing and B2B marketing leaders on winning moves and lessons learned, this show exists to deliver insights that help you grow your business. Are you looking to share your expertise with industrial marketers, influencers, and leaders? Apply to be a guest on the show. About the Show: Let’s connect:
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| Women in Marketing and Manufacturing with Shae Eichele, HEH Group | 11 May 2023 | 00:43:40 | |
On this episode of Industrial Strength Marketing, James Soto invites Shae Eichele from HEH Group to discuss her career as an industrial marketer and her insights on marketing that makes an impact. They talk about the challenges marketers face in manufacturing and offer advice on how to overcome them. Shae emphasizes the importance of confidence and collaboration and shares how her passion for the industry stemmed from a cheerleading incident. The episode concludes with a focus on women in manufacturing and the untapped potential they bring to the field. Articles and resources reference in this episode:
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