The Sound of Automation
Manufacturers are the driving force behind Industry 4.0, and Wipfli is here to help. Join Bryan Powrozek, engineer turned CPA, as he interviews industry influencers and discusses everything from operational improvements and performance enhancements to large-scale digital transformation and data-based decision making. If you want innovative ideas for growth and automation, The Sound of Automation is for you.
Episodes
50 episodes
Episode 49: Cybersecurity Tips for Manufacturers
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Tom Wojcinski, partner at Wipfli, and Jim Peterson, principal s...
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Episode 48: Manufacturing M&A Market Update
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Colin Johnson from Wipfli Corporate Finance (WCF). Bryan and Colin provide a manufacturing M&A market update and overview of the competitive landscape. They also offer adv...
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Episode 47: Exploring Manufacturing Opportunities with AMT
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Mary Cecile Neville and Chris Chidzik from...
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Episode 46: The Power of Purpose-Driven Businesses
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we discuss the power of purpose-driven businesses with Dirk Beveridge of We Supply America and
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Episode 45: Making an Impact in North American Manufacturing
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, Bryan Powrozek sits down with Wipfli Partner Laurie Harbour to discuss how the right providers can help make a positive impact...
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Episode 44: How Economic Developers Help Manufacturers Grow
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we talk to Quentin Messer, the CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). Bryan and Quentin discu...
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Episode 43: The Future of Manufacturing
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we discuss the future of automation with Dan Davis, Editor-in-Chief at The Fabricator. Listen in to learn about the top issues and ...
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Episode 42: How AI Leads to Marketing & Sales Efficiency
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Michael Janney from Salesforce and Sean Myers from Wipfli to dis...
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Episode 41: Industry 4.0 in Action
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Gary Krus, the Vice President of Business Development at HIROTEC.
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Episode 40: Getting Started with Industry 4.0 & AI
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Automation Alley Executive Director and CEO Tom Kelly and Wipfli Digital Director Mo Abuali. Bryan, Tom and Mo discuss the latest Industry 4.0 trends and technologies for smal...
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Episode 39: 2024 Industry Outlook for Manufacturers
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Mike Devereux who leads Wipfli's industrial products segment. Bryan and Mike discuss the key drivers impacting manufacturers and what they should look out for going into the n...
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Episode 38: Manufacturing Market Update
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Cara Walton, Director of Market Intelligence at Harbor Results, Inc. Cara runs the company’s manufacturing intelligence tool - Harbour IQ. She is responsible for the s...
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Episode 37: Leadership Lessons for Manufacturers
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Troy Nix, President and Owner of First Resource, Inc., a consulting firm specializing in association management for manufacturing industry sectors. Troy also serves as...
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Episode 36: The Keys to a Resilient Manufacturing Business
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Bill Boucher who leads Wipfli's manufacturing, retail & distribution segment. Bryan and Bill discuss ways for manufacturers to achieve success in the market by incorporati...
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Episode 35: Private Equity and Family Capital
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we talk to Emma Gergen of Carlson Private Capital Partners. Bryan and Emma discuss the different types of private equity and how it differs from family capital. Listen in to learn how your bus...
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Episode 34: How to Build High-Performance Sales Teams
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we sit down with Kirk Armstrong of Armstrong Sales Coaching. Bryan and Kirk discuss ways to build high-performance sales teams. Listen in to learn the keys to successful recruitment and retent...
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Episode 33: The Evolution of Automation
In this episode of The Sound of Automation podcast, we talk to Jeff Burnstein, President of the Association for Advancing Automation. We discuss the key takeaways of Automate, the evolution and accessibility of automation tools, and the latest ...
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Episode 32: The Value of Industrial Automation Partnerships
In this episode we sit down with Geoff Dawson from FANUC to discuss the value that partnerships and certifications bring to the world of industrial automation. Learn how leveraging partnerships can help you do more with less and run your busine...
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Episode 31: Industrial Automation Trends to Watch in 2023
In this episode, Senior Manager Bryan Powrozek becomes the guest and Vice President of Marketing & Practice Growth Denise Asker becomes the host. Bryan and Denise discuss the top trends impacting industrial automation companies this year. L...
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Episode 30: Challenges for System Integrators Today
In this episode we talk with Jose Rivera, CEO of Control System Integrators Association (CSIA). Heading into CSIA 2023 taking place in May, Bryan and Jose discuss some of the long term drivers businesses are seeing right now i...
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Episode 29: International Expansion 101
In this episode we talk with Teresa Gordon, CPA, CGMA, Shareholder and International practice lead at Clayton & McKervey . Teresa works with global companies expanding to the U.S. Her team offers an array of services to match th...
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Episode 28: Talent Strategy
In this episode we talk with Alex Chausovsky, VP of Analytics and Consulting at Miller Resource Group. Alex is a highly experienced market researcher and analyst with more than twenty years of expertise across subjects including eco...
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Episode 27: Year End Tax Planning Tips
In this episode we talk with Tarah Ablett, Senior Manager at Clayton & McKervey. Tarah helps manufacturing and industrial automation clients leverage tax planning opportunities and navigate tax compliance issues.Bryan and...
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Episode 26: You're not for sale, but....
In this episode we talk with Tim Hilligoss, Shareholder at Clayton & McKervey. As a trusted advisor, Tim guides clients through business transactions, tax issues and international expansion. Tim and Bryan discuss w...
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Episode 25: Manufacturing and Technology
In this episode we talk with Chuck Werner, Manager of Operational Excellence at the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center. He helps teams work ON their business not just IN it. Chuck and Bryan talk about some of the work ...
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