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Bryan Powrozek
Bryan Powrozek Jun 27, 2024

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 in North American manufacturing, and why industry knowledge is key. They also talk about the value of benchmarking as a path to continuous improvement. From rightsizing your business to networking with peers, listen to this episode for tips to help your small to medium-sized manufacturing business thrive.

Robert Zondag
Robert H. Zondag Jun 24, 2024

Podcast: Navigating the digital identity landscape

In this podcast, we discuss the evolving and sophisticated nature of cyberfraud tactics and what your financial institution can do to mitigate risk.

Bryan Powrozek
Bryan Powrozek May 23, 2024

Episode 44: How Economic Developers Help Manufacturers

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 discuss how economic developers like MEDC can help small and medium-sized manufacturing businesses grow. Listen in to learn about some of the ways MEDC attracts and retains business in Michigan and how you can leverage similar resources in your own market. 

Robert Zondag
Robert H. Zondag May 15, 2024

Podcast: Guarding elders’ wealth

In this podcast, we explore how financial institutions and advisors can protect their elderly clients from financial scams, fraud and exploitation.

Robert Zondag
Robert H. Zondag May 15, 2024

Podcast: Guarding elders’ wealth

In this podcast, we explore how financial institutions and advisors can protect their elderly clients from financial scams, fraud and exploitation.

Robert Zondag
Robert H. Zondag Apr 24, 2024

Podcast: PR and communications for financial services

Join this episode of Bank on Wipfli to learn more about PR and communications for financial services, including how to choose the right agency and track your results.

Bryan Powrozek
Bryan Powrozek Apr 17, 2024

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 opportunities facing manufacturers, such as workforce and automation. Dan and Bryan also talk about the importance of diversification and quickly adapting to change within your organization.

Bryan Powrozek
Bryan Powrozek Apr 05, 2024

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 discuss artificial intelligence and how it can help marketing and sales teams become more efficient. Listen in to learn the difference between predictive and generative AI, and how to apply these tools in your manufacturing business to help your team work more efficiently. 

Bryan Powrozek
Bryan Powrozek Feb 29, 2024

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. Bryan and Gary discuss the practical side of Industry 4.0 for manufacturers, including the importance of data collection and ERPs. Listen in to learn how to navigate the evolving Industry 4.0 technologies and prepare your organization for change.