The Buzz: Manufacturing Monday Insights
Episode description
Join us today as we discuss the current state of the US manufacturing sector, the impact of recent tariff changes, and the importance of contract manufacturing.. Welcome to The Buzz!
This week, hosts Scott Luton and Kim Reuter welcome Keith Smith, President & CEO of Vonco Products to the show, to share his perspective on a variety of pressing topics, including:
- Insights into the healthcare manufacturing market
- Critical factors to consider when selecting a contract manufacturer
- Leadership advice for aspiring executives
- Tariff updates
- And more!
Listen in for insightful analysis and expert commentary, as we highlight the manufacturing sector on this Manufacturing Monday!
Additional Links & Resources:
- Connect with Keith: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-smith-725508b/
- Learn more about Vonco Products: https://www.vonco.com/
- Latest edition of WTS: https://bit.ly/4ch2pQA
- Kim’s blog post on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4lkRR7f
- Manufacturing Economy Stalls Amid Tariff Confusion: https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/pmi-march-2025-tariffs-demand-trump/744092/
- Episode with Jeffrey Shih, CEO of Dimerco: https://bit.ly/3FX1OaN
- Join us on National Supply Chain Day! https://supplychainnow.com/nscd
- Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com
- Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now
- Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/join
- Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVk
- WEBINAR- Lessons Learned from the Trenches: How AI Will Impact the Future of Work: https://bit.ly/3DUnROx
- WEBINAR- Adapting to Volatility: Navigating Trade Wars, Supply Chain Disruptions & AI: https://bit.ly/4kqSv2D
- WEBINAR- Plug the Leaks: Where You’re Losing Money in Shipping (and How to Fix It): https://bit.ly/42iFW0Z
- WEBINAR- Altium 365: Integrated Supply Chain Management Across the Product: https://bit.ly/4bWSLma
This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Kim Reuter and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-manufacturing-monday-insights-1415