Mike Helak - 25 year banking veteran who recently retired from US Bank reveals how he helped his clients navigate complex decisions throughout his tenure. Now retired, he is still passionate about being a resource in Central Iowa.

In a dynamic interview with the "new regime," Mike, Karla Rendall and Ryan Mortier discuss all the ways manufacturers should be using their bankers, but likely aren't.

Full show details are at https://iowapodcast.com/helak-rendall-mortier-manufacturing

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When you combine constant, real-time communication with and end-to-end blockchain security to empower independent truckers to compete with the large firms, you get cost savings, an unmatched customer experience and a new level of competition when transporting goods.

Jeremy Spillman, CEO of Toggle discusses the emerging technology that stands to revolutionize the options for shipping goods of all types and sizes.

Full show details are at https://iowapodcast.com/jeremy-spillman-manufacturing

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In manufacturing, when the economy has potential for volatility, it is even more critical that you hire the RIGHT people, not just warm bodies. This is especially true in higher level roles within the organization.

Moving beyond the "hire anyone who can fog a mirror" to hire only those who make a positive impact on my organization is hard… Especially in the current workforce environment.

Full show details are at https://iowapodcast.com/bryan-arzani-manufacturing

With the unemployment rate lower than it's been in recent memory, increasing the graduation rate for those students on the cusp is huge. Learn how Iowa's Jobs for America's Graduates is increasing Iowa's workforce productivity and bettering the lives of over 800 students every year.

As the bridge between public education and the world of work, IJAG is the model others should use in empowering students to "earn while they learn." Their partnerships with business and industry are deep and meaningful which makes it no surprise that they are meeting a very important need in the communities they serve.

Full show details are at https://iowapodcast.com/wendy-mihm-herold-manufacturing

With the workforce challenges at an all-time high, knowing where to turn for guidance on recruiting international talent is critical. Understanding what types of visas are available and more plentiful is super helpful.

Kailey Blazek-Naranjo and her team at Dentons Davis Brown have deep international resources that can guide Iowa manufacturers who depend on an international workforce through the complexities of immigration law.

Full show details are at https://iowapodcast.com/kailey-blazek-naranjo-manufacturing

Whether it is filling the talent pipeline for technical jobs like tool and die makers, welders and automation specialists or offering leadership development for emerging manufacturing professionals, DMACC is rolling up their sleeves to deliver.

Filling the gaps that exist in providing continuing training and development for all phases of the workforce is DMACC's specialty. Learn about their Scholars Program pioneered by Accumold in Ankeny and their Manufacturing Leadership Program filling up quickly!

Full show details are at https://iowapodcast.com/kim-didier-manufacturing

Marni Hockenberg spent 15 years building a vibrant network of manufacturers in the Twin Cities. FuseDSM, Your Chamber of Commerce, is privileged to have her as our Membership Director.

Learn how she built the group in Minnesota and the wonderful resources she was able to bring to the robust manufacturing community there. We are so excited for the future and what it means to bring resources, best practices sharing and elevated workforce awareness to this wonderful industry in Iowa.

Full show details are at https://iowapodcast.com/marni-hockenberg-manufacturing

Whether you're building with it, making food out of it, using it as fuel to haul your freight, or rubber in your tires, the future looks bright for the 40,000 soybean producers in Iowa.

Trailing only Illinois in soybean production, Iowa is on the forefront in growing, distributing, making scientific advancements and selling soy products internationally. Aaron Putze, Chief Officer, Strategy and Brand Management for the Iowa Soybean Association offers the latest on all things soy.

Full show details are at https://iowapodcast.com/aaron-putze-manufacturing

Most people wouldn't consider a blood center to be a manufacturer… until you tour the facility and learn about their complex and logistically challenging distribution process.

Stacy Sime and her team have taken the challenges of the post-covid blood collection environment and turned it into a well-oiled machine.

Full show details are at https://iowapodcast.com/stacy-sime-manufacturing

Longtime Iowa manufacturer Kemin Industries made the leap into Canibas two years ago. Lucas Nelson explains why and how they determine new markets.

He also delves into what it's like competing with Big Pharma. While there is limitless opportunity, many things remain uncharted.

Full show details are at https://iowapodcast.com/lucas-nelson-manufacturing