ManufactureCT - Meet the Manufacturers

In this episode, we speak to Industrial Heater's owner and CEO, Tom McGwire, and Mechanical Drafter, Nikki Coleman. Industrial Heater is in its 102nd year of business after it was started in 1921 by his grandfather. In 1954 his grandfather patented the very first ceramic band heater. These heaters were used extensively in the textile industry and remain a staple within the business. Since then things have grown and developed and they are now based in Cheshire, Connecticut so join me as we find out more about the company and its people. Industrial Heater Website Hi-tech Fabricating Website ManufactureCT Website Tom McGwire LinkedIn

In this episode, we speak to Peer Robotics CEO and Founder Rishabh Agarwal and Chris Rose, the Manager of Customer Success. Based in New Haven they build robots designed to work with humans that offer accessible automation for all! Peer Robotics Website ManufactureCT Website Rishabh Agarwal LinkedIn Chris Rose LinkedIn

Join us as we speak with BMS President, Tina Bracone and General Manager Joshua Puzycki about the history, development, and future of BMS Aerospace. BMS Aerospace ManufactureCT Website Tina Bracone LinkedIn Joshua Puzycki LinkedIn

Join us as we speak with Director, Daniel Cocchiola and Gabe Jenkins an Instructor from the Hamden Engineering Career Academy (HECA). On this episode we dive into the incredible program they offer high schoolers in Hamden. Applications close on March 17 for the HECA scholarship. Apply online. If you miss this deadline then look out for the application window in early 2024. Visit HECA www.manufactureCT.org

The ManufactureCT Workforce Development Committee is delighted to announce its inaugural scholarship program. Join us for this special episode with Greg Mickelson the Principal from Standish Executive Search and Marcia LaFemina, the President and CEO at PennGlobe. Listen to what scholarships are available and how you can apply! The deadline for MCT scholarship applications is: Friday, March 31st Apply here: https://manufacturect.org/committees/

Join us as we speak with Bristol City Mayor Jeff Caggiano and Justin Malley the Executive Director of Economic and Community Development. Let's find out more about their rich history of manufacturing and how the city supports local manufacturers and creates an environment where they can thrive. www.bristolct.gov www.manufactureCT.org

On this episode, we speak to ManufactureCT President, Mark Auletta who is also the COO at Bauer Inc, and with CompassMSP CEO and Podcast host Ari Santiago. Join us as we take a look at some of the key themes in manufacturing in 2022 and look ahead to the future and 2023. www.manufacturect.org www.bauerct.com www.compassmsp.com

On this episode, I speak with Rick Fawcett (Certified EOS Implementor from Outpace Enterprises) and Tom McGwire (VP of Industrial Heater) based in Cheshire, Connecticut. Let's dive into the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) and explore how it is taking CT manufacturers by storm and driving rapid growth. www.manufacturect.org www.industrialheater.com

On this episode, we speak to Christine Williamson (Partner) from CohnReznick and Ron Angelo the President and CEO of CCAT (Connecticut Center of Advanced Technology). Let's dive into this year's Gauge Report and learn more about some of the key findings. www.manufacturect.org www.cohnreznick.com www.ccat.us

On this episode, I speak with Mike Zeranski and Jennifer O'Brien from the family-run business, Canton Racing Products based in North Branford, Connecticut www.manufacturect.org www.cantonracingproducts.com

On this episode, I speak with Sean Hull (Plant Manager) and Sarah Vitagliano (Director of HR) from Silgan Dispensing. Silgan creates dispensing solutions for some of the world’s most iconic brands—from triggers and pumps to sprayers and closures. Join us for a fascinating insight into this global company with operations in Connecticut. www.manufacturect.org www.silgandispensing.com

Welcome to a special edition of Meet the Manufacturer's Podcast on behalf of Manufacture CT. In this episode, we speak with the outgoing President Jill Mayer (Bead Industries) and welcome the new President Mark Auletta (Bauer Inc). We take a look back over Jill's tenure, and navigation through the Covid pandemic and look ahead to the future of Manufacture CT with Mark. To join the Manufacture Organisation please visit: www.manufacturect.org If you would like to listen to more episodes of the Meet the Manufacturers podcast please visit the website www.manufacturect.org/podcast

Meet the Manufacturer's Podcast was created some 18 months ago and we decided to put together some of the best bits to showcase some of the highlights from the show. Join us as we talk to a wide range of manufacturing businesses throughout the State of Connecticut on behalf of ManufactureCT. For more details or to listen to these podcasts in full visit the website www.manufacturect.org/podcast

On this episode, I speak with Jamie Lissette (COO) and Christopher Kallam (DOO) from the Athletic Brewing Company with facilities in Stratford and Milford in Connecticut and in San Diego, CA. Join us for a fascinating insight into when business meets beer. Non alcoholic beer that you really want to drink! www.manufacturect.org www.athleticbrewing.com

On this episode, I speak with Bill Mahoney (CEO) and George Houston (Director of Product Development and Quality) from Surys. Surys has almost three decades of experience in holographic sciences. In this podcast, we talk about the different Surys Group divisions, the challenges they face, the successes they have achieved, and their employee culture in Trumbull, Connecticut. www.manufacturect.org www.surys.com

On this episode, I speak with Paul Lavoie, the Chief Manufacturing Officer for the state of Connecticut. Lavoie has extensive experience in the manufacturing sector and was previously manager of Carey Manufacturing in Cromwell. Lavoie oversaw the sales, marketing, production, quality, engineering, financial, and human resource teams in this position. In recent years, Carey Manufacturing has gained attention for successfully reshoring manufacturing jobs to Connecticut from China. In this podcast, we talk about his exciting new role and get his insight on manufacturing in Connecticut and what the future holds. www.manufacturect.org

On this episode, I speak with Chris Nowell the VP of Operations for the Tomz Corporation based in Berlin, Connecticut. Tomz is an industry-leading manufacturer of life-changing devices and implants, that was established in 1988. www.manufacturect.org www.tomz.com

On this episode, I speak with Alison Carey, the Director of Quality and External Relations, and Cierra Green the Business Development Manager from Carey's Manufacturing based in Cromwell, Connecticut. Established in 1981, Carey's Manufactures over 70,000 product lines of catches, latches, handles, and case hardware. Join us as we find out the real meaning of being a COO and more about their impressive reshoring efforts. www.manufacturect.org www.careymfg.com

On this episode, I speak with JR Logan the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Make Haven. Make Haven is a community Makerspace and Fab Lab based in downtown New Haven Connecticut. www.manufacturect.org www.makehaven.org

On this episode, I speak with Ted Fisher the Director of Business Development at Advance CT. Advance CT is a private. nonprofit economic development corporation that drives job creation and new capital investment in Connecticut. Join me as we talk about the huge benefits of doing business in Connecticut and the exciting future it offers. www.manufacturect.org www.advancect.org