NEW Manufacturing Insights Podcast

NEW Manufacturing Insights is a collaboration between the Northeast Wisconsin Manufacturing Alliance and Insight on Manufacturing magazine, spotlighting issues and opportunities for manufacturers across the 18-county New North region.

Hosted by NEWMA Executive Director Ann Franz and IOM Editor Kate Bruns, the show features regional guests, updates on NEWMA and Insight programs, behind-the-scenes looks at IOM stories, and practical leadership tips to help manufacturing professionals strengthen their businesses, grow their networks and advance their careers.

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Podcast: The workforce impact of literacy

On this week's all-new episode of the NEW Manufacturing Insights podcast, sponsored by Stoke RGA, Heather Chantelois-Kashal of Fox Valley Literacy unpacks the findings of...

Podcast: Recapping Manufacturing First 2026

Is it a coincidence that the Milwaukee Brewers capped their historic World Series run with a victory on the same day as Insight's 16th...

Podcast: Seagrave and the life-changing power of youth apprenticeship

Youth apprenticeship can be a life-changing experience not only for high school students but also for the mentors and employees who make it happen. Ian...

Podcast: Award-winning HR leader on why career exploration is key for manufacturing careers

"I think it's a beautiful idea to get people who know what they think they want, to guide them to what they actually want." As...

Podcast: UltiCoat’s JQ Salas on building a new brand

Two small companies, family-owned, coming together to put their best face forward. That's how JQ Salas, president of UltiCoat, describes the challenge ahead as president...

Podcast: Lessons from the Robinson Training Academy

Insight and the NEW Manufacturing Alliance kicked off Manufacturing Month Oct. 1 with a live recording of the New Manufacturing Insights podcast focused on...

Podcast: Previewing Spherion Staffing’s safety-focused M1 breakout

Manufacturing First is set to tackle the topic of a multigenerational workforce -- a subject that has many facets, including safety. This week's NEW...

Podcast: Dean Nemecek is building a bridge to post-military careers

Dean Nemecek is a Northeast Wisconsin veteran, entrepreneur and founder of the organization Veteran Bridge Solutions, which is working to close the gap between...
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