Wouldn't it be great to have a central point of reference for Manufacturing Events and Manufacturing Voices in a decentralized world? Chris Stevens, Founder of Manufacturing Media certainly thought so and in this episode of Workforce 4.0, Chris sits down with host Ann Wyatt to share his new platform with other manufacturing leaders. During this episode, Chris also share his journey from high school shop floors to becoming a leader in medical manufacturing. The conversation continues as Chris and Ann also delve into the importance of automation, the role of problem-solving skills, and the value of trade shows for industry collaboration. Chris also announces his new initiative, 'The Home of Manufacturing,' a comprehensive list of trade shows and 'Voices of Manufacturing,' aimed at amplifying influential voices in the sector. Lastly, they discuss the future of work, the significance of having a plan, and the evolution of skills necessary for the next generation. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the advancements and challenges in the manufacturing world.

In This Episode:

-00:35: Meet Chris Stevens: A Manufacturing Innovator

-04:12: The Evolution of Automation in Manufacturing

-09:42: Future Skills and AI in Manufacturing

-16:47: Launching the Home of Manufacturing

-20:21: The Importance of Trade Shows in Manufacturing

-22:19: The Power of Online Communities

-23:01: Future of Manufacturing: Knowledge Sharing

-25:25: Voices of Manufacturing: Building a Community

-30:27: Skills for the Future Workforce

-34:44: Innovations During COVID-19

-37:43: Planning for Future Disruptions

-40:05: Connecting with Chris: Building Networks

More About Chris Stevens:

With a career spanning multiple manufacturing roles, Chris is a tenured professional dedicated to operational and business growth. A builder at heart and a strategist by nature, Chris has helped companies innovate, streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and drive sustainable success.Through a deep understanding of industry challenges and opportunities, Chris is committed to advancing manufacturing, fostering innovation, and shaping the future of the industry. Learn more about Chris here and be sure to check out all of the events and voices at the Home of MFG here.

The Future of Work (and this Episode) Is Brought To You By Secchi:

Secchi is a revolutionary workforce engagement tool created for organizations to make data-driven frontline decisions in real-time. By measuring and combining multiple people-related lead indicators, Secchi provides in-the-moment visibility into individual frontline employee performance, team performance, engagement/turnover risks, and positive employee behaviors all while removing the traditional barriers of administrative burden on leaders. To learn more about Secchi, check them out here.