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ECIA CEO David Loftus discusses gender parity in the electronic components industry with Jackie Mattox, Founder of WE. The conversation covers the reasons why the organization came into being, its history and structure, the positive industry response, and how people can get involved.

In this timely interview, ECIA's Dale Ford discusses the impact of COVID-19 on electronics manufacturing and the electronics components industry with Cliff Waldman, CEO of New World Economics, an economic research and consulting firm. Cliff tells Dale what managers should look for as the crisis unfolds and what the data are telling economists about the long term effects.

Bill Bradford interviews David Loftus, who has assumed the mantle of ECIA's President and CEO. As Bill passes the baton, we learn more about David's stellar background and his vision for the future of our industry and the Association.

Dale Ford, ECIA's Chief Analyst hosts this episode of The Channel Channel. He welcomes Chad Moutray, who is Chief Economist with the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). They discuss the economic impact of Covid-19 on the 2020 forecast.

ECIA's Vice President of Industry Practices Don Elario discusses IBM's blockchain solutions for the electronics industry. Christophe Begue provides an update on how the industry is adopting IBM's TradeLens and Trust Your Supplier, as well as some insights into how some companies are leveraging Blockchain to create new business offerings.

Bill Bradford and Michael Knight discuss what's in store for the electronic components industry in the next decade: headwinds and tailwinds as well as disruptive forces that offer new opportunities.

Listen in as Ed Smith gives his perspectives on the industry, and some of the challenges the electronic component supply chain is facing.

Listen in as Don Elario shares the latest updates on the Global Industry Practices Committee and some of the improvements in the structure going forward in 2020.

Get to know the chairman of the ECIA Manufacturers Representative Council, Alan Ahern as he discusses the activities of the Rep Council in 2019, and the priorities going forward into the new year.

This episode consists of an interview with Vishay VP of Distribution, Robert Kirch.  Rob currently serves as the chairman of the ECIA Manufacturer Council.  Listen in to hear about Rob's start in the industry, and how he outlines the activities and priorities of the Manufacturer Council.