In this episode of Tech Talk with R &E Automated, host Jordan Dieterle interviews Danny Jarecki, the owner of R &E Automated. They discuss the journey of building R&E from a small company with only two employees to a powerhouse with over 800 employees. Danny shares the challenges they faced in the early days, the importance of diversification, and the role of automation and AI in the industry. They also talk about the company's involvement in the community and their commitment to supporting education and young talent in the automation space.

Takeaways: • Building a successful automation company requires hard work, perseverance, and the ability to adapt to challenges.

• Diversification is crucial for the long-term success of a business, especially in industries with cyclical downturns.

• Developing and retaining talent is essential, and creating a supportive and open work environment can help attract and retain skilled employees.

• Automation and AI are transforming the industry, and staying ahead of these technological advancements is key to remaining competitive.

• Supporting the community and investing in education and young talent is a rewarding way to give back and foster growth in the industry.

Chapters Introduction and Background of R &E Automated The Challenges and Importance of Diversification Managing and Developing Talent in a Growing Company Automation and AI in the Industry Community Involvement and Education

Keywords R &E Automated, automation, AI, diversification, entrepreneurship, talent management, community involvement, education, young talent