"Let's Talk Manufacturing: is part of the "Let's Talk Business South Carolina" network of B2B talk shows. It is an audio podcast and a YouTube video series -- hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins. Today's episode is presented by AFL. 

Episodes feature industry outlooks, conversations on trending advanced manufacturing topics, and interviews with industry executives and thought leaders. All episodes are produced in conjunction with the SC Manufacturing Extension Partnership and recorded at the Drum Creative Studio. 

Guests on today's episode:
Marc Bolick, president of product solutions at AFL, shares insight on how artificial intelligence is re-shaping his industry, and how the technology is requires broadband expansion and grid modernization. 

Tom Kilby, director of sales development at BDV Solutions, shares how BDV assists manufacturers in finding qualified workers to take hard-to-fill jobs. BDV Solutions finds foreign workers that are willing to move to the United States to take the types of jobs Americans have proven they don't want. Companies can only take advantage of this service after proving they've tried diligently to fill the jobs with Americans but can't do so.

Each episode also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: [email protected].

Thanks for listening.

"Let’s Talk Business South Carolina" is a B2B talk show hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins featuring industry outlooks, discussions on trending business topics and interviews with business executives, community leaders and government officials. This B2B talk show is available as a YouTube video series or a podcast.

In EP49, two representatives -- Edward Wilson, managing partner, and Grayson Burgess, senior broker -- from Trinity Partners presented the 2025 Commercial Real Estate Outlook. 

Edward and Grayson provided an overview of the retail, industrial, office, and mixed-use commercial real estate sectors in South Carolina.

Each episode also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: [email protected].

Thanks for listening.

"Let’s Talk Business South Carolina" is a B2B talk show hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins featuring industry outlooks, discussions on trending business topics and interviews with business executives, community leaders and government officials. This B2B talk show is available as a YouTube video series or a podcast.

In EP48, Richard Cox, broker in charge at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, C. Dan Joyner Realtors, presents the 2025 Residential Real Estate Outlook. Is it a good time to buy a home? Is it a good time to sell your home? Richard provides plenty of insight to help you make the decision.

Each episode also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: [email protected].

Thanks for listening.

"Let’s Talk Business South Carolina" is a B2B talk show hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins featuring industry outlooks, discussions on trending business topics and interviews with business executives, community leaders and government officials. This B2B talk show is available as a YouTube video series or a podcast.

As we roll into tax season, John Scott, managing member at Scott & Co., provides an update on IRS changes and provides plenty of advice for business owners.  

Each episode also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: [email protected].

Thanks for listening.

"Let’s Talk Business South Carolina" is a B2B talk show hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins featuring industry outlooks, discussions on trending business topics and interviews with business executives, community leaders and government officials. This B2B talk show is available as a YouTube video series or a podcast.

On episode 46, Dr. Larry Miller, vice president of learning and workforce development at Greenville Technical College, shares all the details on the new Prisma Health Center for Health and Life Sciences. The 37,000 square foot facility serves as a dynamic hub for education and innovation.

Each episode also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: [email protected].

Thanks for listening.

"Let’s Talk Business South Carolina" is a B2B talk show hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins featuring industry outlooks, discussions on trending business topics and interviews with business executives, community leaders and government officials. This B2B talk show is available as a YouTube video series or a podcast.

Today's episode features Herb Dew, founder and CEO at HTI (Human Technologies, Inc.), presenting the 2025 Workforce Outlook. 

Each episode also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: [email protected].

Thanks for listening.

"Let’s Talk Business South Carolina" is a B2B talk show hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins featuring industry outlooks, discussions on trending business topics and interviews with business executives, community leaders and government officials. This B2B talk show is available as a YouTube video series or a podcast.

Today's episode features Kristen Powell, CEO at ABC Carolinas (Associated Builders and Contractors). ABC is a national trade organization that supports the construction industry. The local chapter recently held their annual Excellence in Construction Awards Gala. Kristen shares info about the winners.

Each episode also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: [email protected].

Thanks for listening.

"Let’s Talk Business South Carolina" is a B2B talk show hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins featuring industry outlooks, discussions on trending business topics and interviews with business executives, community leaders and government officials. This B2B talk show is available as a YouTube video series or a podcast.

Today's episode features Dr. Larry Miller, vice president of learning and workforce development, presenting Greenville Technical College's Economic Impact Report.

Each episode also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: [email protected].

Thanks for listening.

"Let’s Talk Business South Carolina" is a B2B talk show hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins featuring industry outlooks, discussions on trending business topics and interviews with business executives, community leaders and government officials. This B2B talk show is available as a YouTube video series or a podcast.

On Episode #42, we welcome Jason Giulietti, CEO at Central SC Alliance. Jason talks about the hot industries in the Midlands, and he looks back on a record year in 2023 and provides insight on what announcements might be coming down the pike.  

Each episode also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: [email protected].

Thanks for listening.

"Let’s Talk Business South Carolina" is a B2B talk show hosted by long-time South Carolina business publisher Rick Jenkins featuring industry outlooks, discussions on trending business topics and interviews with business executives, community leaders and government officials. This B2B talk show is available as a YouTube video series or a podcast.

Episode #41 features two executives with unique insight into economic development trends in South Carolina. Max Stewart, the new CEO at the Greenville Area Development Corporation, talks about booming industry clusters, economic trends, workforce challenges, and the similarities between the Greenville market and the Bradenton/Sarasota, Florida area where he most recently worked. 

Chris Rizzo, principal at Clear Mountain Properties, provides unique insight on the real estate market in South Carolina and what investors are bullish on in the Palmetto State, including battery storage, power, and Class A downtown real estate.

Each episode also appears on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkbusiness.rickjenkins

If you know of someone qualified to be a guest on the show, send an email to the show's host, Rick Jenkins: [email protected].

Thanks for listening.