The Manufacturer’s Mindset Podcast by Ballantine Digital
The Manufacturer’s Mindset Podcast features casual conversations with manufacturing and industrial professionals about their journeys, lessons learned, and more. Your host is Ryan Cote, Managing Partner at Ballantine Digital.
The Manufacturer’s Mindset Podcast by Ballantine Digital
Latest Episodes
Ryan Tilly: How Human Marketing Wins in Manufacturing
Ryan Tilly of MSC Floors shares how honest marketing, SEO blogs, paid search, and real human connection help drive growth in a niche manufacturing industry. We also talk AI, trade shows, storytelling, and why effort still matters.
Michael Brooks: Why Relationships Still Drive Manufacturing Success
Michael Brooks has spent nearly 38 years with Oneda Corporation, so he’s seen a lot of change in manufacturing. In this episode, he shares what he’s learned about building strong customer relationships, doing business with a Japanese-influenced...
Gabriela Miraglia: How to Build a Manufacturing Business Around People and Innovation
Gabriela Miraglia of FormuNova shares her journey of building a cosmetic contract manufacturing company focused on small-batch production, innovative product development, and strong team culture. She also talks about the leadership lessons she ...
Frank Lamb: Lessons on Scaling, Automation, and Staying Ahead
Frank Lamb joins The Manufacturer's Mindset Podcast to share his unconventional path from uncertainty to a 40-year career in industrial automation. He explains what manufacturers should know about PLCs, robotics, AI, and the risks of scaling to...
Jeff Steele: How to Lead a Manufacturing Business Through Crisis and Come Out Stronger
Jeff Steele shares how a series of career experiences prepared him to step in, buy a manufacturing company during a chaotic period, and lead it forward. In this episode, you’ll pick up lessons on navigating uncertainty, leading through crisis, ...
