On today’s episode Ethan sits down with Hallie Steward, CEO of Bee Valve (fluid handling components) about the immense grit and resilience you need to survive as a small manufacturer in today’s uber competitive world, the challenges of investing in technology when meeting payroll is the priority, and why her family is so devoted to this industry.

Watch the video of this conversation here. Send comments and ideas to [email protected].

Make It is brought to you by MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, a nonprofit consulting group on a mission to make manufacturing better. Since 1984, MAGNET has been proudly helping manufacturers in Northeast Ohio grow with effective workforce programs, advanced technology consulting, and innovation services. MAGNET also catalyzes bigger change by rallying companies, community leaders, governments, and educators to tackle the massive, systemic problems that hold the region back. MAGNET’s work is made possible by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), and the Ohio MEP.

Learn more: www.manufacturingsuccess.org. 

On this episode, Ethan Karp goes from host to guest! Producer Margaret Kashmir sits down with Ethan to find out what he’s learned on the last four episodes of the podcast with Tom Lix (Cleveland Whiskey), Andew Hurst (Delivered), Jack Schron (Jergens, Inc.) and Carey Jaros (GOJO, Makers of Purell). Ethan gets very frank about the funny, touching, and surprising things that happen behind-the-scenes. Ethan also shares the top pieces of advice that manufacturers can use to jumpstart innovation and Industry 4.0.

Send comments and ideas to [email protected].

Make It is brought to you by MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, a nonprofit consulting group on a mission to make manufacturing better. Since 1984, MAGNET has been proudly helping manufacturers in Northeast Ohio grow with effective workforce programs, advanced technology consulting, and innovation services. MAGNET also catalyzes bigger change by rallying companies, community leaders, governments, and educators to tackle the massive, systemic problems that hold the region back. MAGNET’s work is made possible by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), and the Ohio MEP.

Learn more: www.manufacturingsuccess.org. 

On today’s episode Ethan sits down with James Cavoli, President of Swagelok, a global company that makes products and parts to help other companies deal with often dangerous fluids like gas and chemicals. We talk about the importance of unshakeable values, why every employee owns a piece of the company, how they’re getting rid of dull, dirty, and dangerous work and how Swagelok is finding new talent in unexpected places.

Watch the video of this conversation here. Send comments and ideas to [email protected].

Make It is brought to you by MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, a nonprofit consulting group on a mission to make manufacturing better. Since 1984, MAGNET has been proudly helping manufacturers in Northeast Ohio grow with effective workforce programs, advanced technology consulting, and innovation services. MAGNET also catalyzes bigger change by rallying companies, community leaders, governments, and educators to tackle the massive, systemic problems that hold the region back. MAGNET’s work is made possible by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), and the Ohio MEP.

Learn more: www.manufacturingsuccess.org. 

On today’s episode Ethan sits down with his mentor (and the reason he became a CEO at 28!) Felix Brueck. The Board Chair at Reflection Point, owner of a manufacturing company, and Director Emeritus at McKinsey & Company – Felix is an incredible advocate for manufacturing. We talk about everything from how ego is the enemy of great leadership, why this is the moment to redefine manufacturing and why the industry needs a serious wake-up call on Industry 4.0. Watch the video of this conversation here.

Send comments and ideas to [email protected].

Make It is brought to you by MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, a nonprofit consulting group on a mission to make manufacturing better. Since 1984, MAGNET has been proudly helping manufacturers in Northeast Ohio grow with effective workforce programs, advanced technology consulting, and innovation services. MAGNET also catalyzes bigger change by rallying companies, community leaders, governments, and educators to tackle the massive, systemic problems that hold the region back. MAGNET’s work is made possible by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), and the Ohio MEP.

Learn more: www.manufacturingsuccess.org. 

On this episode, we turn the tables on host Ethan Karp, and he becomes our guest. Producer Margaret Kashmir chats with Ethan about the best moments and most insightful wisdom shared on the podcast so far. Plus, Ethan gets very frank about the funny, touching, and surprising things that happen behind-the-scenes. Ethan connects the dots and shares the top takeaways that manufacturers can use to fuel the journey to smart manufacturing.

Send comments and ideas to [email protected].

Make It is brought to you by MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, a nonprofit consulting group on a mission to make manufacturing better. Since 1984, MAGNET has been proudly helping manufacturers in Northeast Ohio grow with effective workforce programs, advanced technology consulting, and innovation services. MAGNET also catalyzes bigger change by rallying companies, community leaders, governments, and educators to tackle the massive, systemic problems that hold the region back. MAGNET’s work is made possible by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), and the Ohio MEP.

Learn more: www.manufacturingsuccess.org

On this episode, Ethan sits down with Neal Restivo, CEO of global plumbing manufacturer Oatey. Neal has built an amazing corporate culture at Oatey, one strongly committed to diversity and inclusion. A place where everyone feels respected and lives the company’s values. We talk about the importance of empathic leadership, making plumbing a career of choice again, and meeting people where they are so they can do their best work.

Watch the video of this conversation here.

Send comments and ideas to [email protected].

Make It is brought to you by MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, a nonprofit consulting group on a mission to make manufacturing better. Since 1984, MAGNET has been proudly helping manufacturers in Northeast Ohio grow with effective workforce programs, advanced technology consulting, and innovation services. MAGNET also catalyzes bigger change by rallying companies, community leaders, governments, and educators to tackle the massive, systemic problems that hold the region back. MAGNET’s work is made possible by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), and the Ohio MEP.

Learn more: www.manufacturingsuccess.org

On today’s episode Ethan sits down with the CEO of one of Northeast Ohio’s most storied companies –GOJO, the makers of Purell. Carey Jaros stepped into the role weeks before COVID hit and demand for hand sanitizer exploded. We talk about that incredible journey and how GOJO’s values, a strong innovation culture, and years of investment in Industry 4.0 technology made it possible to increase production by 300%, virtually overnight.

Watch the video of this conversation here (LINK).

Send comments and ideas to [email protected].

Make It is brought to you by MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, a nonprofit consulting group on a mission to make manufacturing better. Since 1984, MAGNET has been proudly helping manufacturers in Northeast Ohio grow with effective workforce programs, advanced technology consulting, and innovation services. MAGNET also catalyzes bigger change by rallying companies, community leaders, governments, and educators to tackle the massive, systemic problems that hold the region back. MAGNET’s work is made possible by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), and the Ohio MEP.

Learn more: www.manufacturingsuccess.org

On this episode, Ethan sits down with his manufacturing hero, Jack Schron, CEO of Jergens Inc. Jack is a legend in Cleveland. In addition to running a successful 80-year-old tool company he grew by 500%, he’s a fixture in local government, a tireless volunteer, and a beloved boss. Jack explains his “big tent” vision that makes room for everyone in manufacturing, why he’s creating the “Gucci” of screwdrivers as a cornerstone to his company’s Industry 4.0 vision, and how he thinks Northeast Ohio can attract more Fortune 500 manufacturing headquarters.

Watch the video of this conversation here.

Send comments and ideas to [email protected].

Make It is brought to you by MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, a nonprofit consulting group on a mission to make manufacturing better. Since 1984, MAGNET has been proudly helping manufacturers in Northeast Ohio grow with effective workforce programs, advanced technology consulting, and innovation services. MAGNET also catalyzes bigger change by rallying companies, community leaders, governments, and educators to tackle the massive, systemic problems that hold the region back. MAGNET’s work is made possible by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), and the Ohio MEP.

Learn more: www.manufacturingsuccess.org

On this episode, Ethan sits down with Andrew Hurst, who is CEO of three different logistics companies – Ark Transportation, Veroot, and Delivered. A traditional third-generation, family-owned trucking company. A disruptive compliance solution for logistics operators. And a brand-new start-up that’s turning the way we ship things upside down. Mr. Hurst shares his millennial philosophy of leading with heart and purpose, his disruptive approach to innovation and why he believes there’s no better place to be an entrepreneur than Cleveland.

Watch the video of this conversation here.

Send comments and ideas to [email protected].

Make It is brought to you by MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, a nonprofit consulting group on a mission to make manufacturing better. Since 1984, MAGNET has been proudly helping manufacturers in Northeast Ohio grow with effective workforce programs, advanced technology consulting, and innovation services. MAGNET also catalyzes bigger change by rallying companies, community leaders, governments, and educators to tackle the massive, systemic problems that hold the region back. MAGNET’s work is made possible by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), and the Ohio MEP.

Learn more: www.manufacturingsuccess.org

On this episode, Ethan sits down with Cleveland Whiskey CEO Tom Lix. In a wide-ranging conversation Tom shares how he learned the tricks of the distillery trade by making hooch during a stint in the navy, how Cleveland Whiskey started with blowing up mason jars in his basement, why his distillery is actually a technology company, and how he’s gone from a Boston transplant to Cleveland’s greatest champion.

Watch the video of this conversation here.

Send comments and ideas to [email protected].

Make It is brought to you by MAGNET: The Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network, a nonprofit consulting group on a mission to make manufacturing better. Since 1984, MAGNET has been proudly helping manufacturers in Northeast Ohio grow with effective workforce programs, advanced technology consulting, and innovation services. MAGNET also catalyzes bigger change by rallying companies, community leaders, governments, and educators to tackle the massive, systemic problems that hold the region back. MAGNET’s work is made possible by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), and the Ohio MEP.

Learn more: www.manufacturingsuccess.org