In this episode of Built Leadership, host James Onyks interviews Donald Booth, CEO and founder of the American Institute of Nondestructive Testing. They explore the evolving world of nondestructive testing (NDT) and the long-term career opportunities available in a field that continues to grow alongside advancements in technology.

Donald shares how continuous education and certification can transform NDT into a lifelong profession, allowing technicians to expand into specialized roles such as corrosion analysis, pipeline inspection, and advanced procedure development.

The conversation also highlights the growing role of automation and artificial intelligence in defect recognition, including how emerging technologies are accelerating inspection speed while still requiring human expertise for complex, real-world applications.

American Institute of Nondestructive Testing website: https://www.trainingndt.com/