In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, Matt from Veryable interviews Merrin Muxlow, a principal at S Industrial with deep expertise in the investment casting industry and involvement with key organizations like the Investment Casting Institute. Merrin discusses the critical role of investment casting in manufacturing, the challenges and trends facing the industry, such as reshoring, offshoring, and consolidation, and the importance of developing a robust domestic industrial base. They also...
Jul 01, 2025•30 min•Ep. 16
In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, powered by Veryable, host Matt speaks with Rob Goldiez, co-founder of Hirebotics, about the future of American manufacturing. They discuss how Hirebotics is making automation simpler and more scalable through collaborative robots (cobots) and cloud software. The conversation covers the impact of reshoring, labor utilization strategies, and how cobots enhance the productivity of existing workers rather than replacing them. Rob shares his journey to fou...
Jun 24, 2025•22 min•Ep. 15
In this episode of US Manufacturing Today, powered by Veryable, host Matt Horine sits down with Lloyd Avram, President of the Georgia Association of Manufacturers (GAM). Lloyd discusses GAM's long history and recent legislative wins that have positioned Georgia as a key player in the manufacturing industry. The conversation covers various topics, including Georgia's role in manufacturing policy, workforce challenges, and the application of new technologies such as AI in manufacturing. Lloyd high...
Jun 17, 2025•27 min•Ep. 14
In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, powered by Veryable, host Matt Horine is joined by Ed Marsh, Founder of Consilium Global Business Advisors (operating as Ed Marsh Consulting) and architect of the Integrated Revenue Growth Framework. The discussion centers around sustainable and integrated revenue growth within the manufacturing sector. Ed shares insights from the frontline of industrial transformation, highlighting the importance of updating marketing and sales processes to align wit...
Jun 10, 2025•29 min•Ep. 13
In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, powered by Veryable, we sit down with McKenzie Reed of CLN of South Florida. McKenzie shares his journey as a mechanical engineer and co-owner of CLN, specializing in CNC router systems, and discusses the company's role in the re-shoring movement and the Made in America momentum. We explore the significant increase in domestic RFQs, the importance of reliability in industrial equipment, and the strategic importance of local support and customer servic...
Jun 03, 2025•25 min•Ep. 12
In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, the discussion focuses on the major headlines reshaping American industry. Highlights include President Trump's introduction of a 50% tariff on all goods imported from the EU, along with a 25% tariff threat to Apple for overseas-manufactured products. Additionally, a significant bill has been passed, dubbed the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill', by the House of Representatives, which proposes various tax incentives and regulations to support domestic manufact...
May 27, 2025•8 min•Ep. 15
In this episode of US Manufacturing Today, sponsored by Veryable, host Matt Horine welcomes Jim Vinoski, a business strategy advisor, author, and Forbes journalist with extensive experience in the industrial sector. Jim discusses the current state of American manufacturing, highlighting the positive trends of reshoring and reindustrialization. He emphasizes the importance of strategic planning, technological adoption, and maintaining a strong connection with the manufacturing floor to ensure lon...
May 20, 2025•24 min•Ep. 10
In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, sponsored by Variable, host Matt Horay discusses critical trends in American manufacturing with Rosemary Coates, the Executive Director of the Reshoring Institute and President of Blue Silk Consulting. Coates, a seasoned supply chain consultant and bestselling author, shares her extensive experience and insights on reshoring, nearshoring, and global supply chain strategies. The discussion delves into the driving forces behind reshoring, such as geopol...
May 13, 2025•27 min•Ep. 9
In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, sponsored by Veryable, host Matt Horine discusses the latest trends affecting American industry, focusing on port traffic slowdowns, tariffs, and trade policies. The podcast delves into China's recent tariff exemptions on US imports and the broader implications for global trade. It highlights surprising job growth in sectors like shipping, warehousing, and manufacturing, and discusses recent policy changes impacting the trucking industry. The episode ...
May 06, 2025•8 min•Ep. 8
In this episode of US Manufacturing Today, host Matt Horine discusses the vibrant and evolving US plastics industry with James Hartman, President of American Plastics. Hartman shares his journey from growing up in Michigan to acquiring American Plastics, highlighting the opportunities and challenges within the industry. Key topics include the importance of reindustrialization, the potential for growth in the manufacturing sector, and the misconceptions about sourcing and manufacturing in the US....
Apr 29, 2025•25 min•Ep. 7
In this episode of US Manufacturing Today, host Matt Horine welcomes Shannon Everett of American Truckers United (ATU). Shannon shares his deeply personal journey in the trucking industry and exposes systemic issues that threaten the livelihoods of American truck drivers. The discussion covers the alarming rise of non-domicile commercial driver’s licenses, wage dumping, fraud, and the overarching impact of illegal immigration on the trucking sector. Shannon outlines the survival strategies and n...
Apr 22, 2025•29 min
In this episode of the US Manufacturing Today Podcast, host Matt Horine welcomes Bret Boyd, CEO of Sustainment and author of the article 'Making American Manufacturing Great Again, Starts with Small Businesses.' Bret shares his extensive background in manufacturing and supply chain, his military service, and his inspiration for founding Sustainment. The discussion covers the current state of American manufacturing, challenges faced by small and medium-sized businesses, the importance of localize...
Apr 15, 2025•22 min•Ep. 5
In this episode of US Manufacturing Today, host Matt Hore discusses the significant shifts in the US consumer market as new tariffs on foreign imports come into effect. Key points include the closing of loopholes that previously allowed cheap foreign products to flood the market, the impact on companies like Temu and China-based Amazon sellers, and the broader economic strategy that involves lowering treasury yields and refining trade policies. The conversation highlights the positive prospects ...
Apr 08, 2025•7 min•Ep. 4
In this episode of US Manufacturing Today, hosted by Matt Horine and sponsored by Veryable, several major investments and economic shifts in the US manufacturing sector are discussed. Key topics include the potential onshoring of Rolls Royce and a $20 billion investment from Hyundai. Treasury Secretary Scott Besant has described the current economic shift as a necessary 'economic detox' that favors American manufacturing. The episode also covers the impact of newly announced auto tariffs intende...
Apr 01, 2025•9 min•Ep. 3
In the second episode of 'U.S. Manufacturing Today,' host Matt Horine from Veryable discusses the downfall of the 40-year labor arbitrage strategy in the U.S. manufacturing sector. Joined by Mike Kinder, CEO of Veryable, the episode delves into the recent shift highlighted at the American Dynamism Summit, where the need to rebuild domestic industry strength was emphasized. They explore the negative impacts of relying on cheap foreign labor, the exposure of operational inefficiencies, and how com...
Mar 25, 2025•16 min•Ep. 2
In the first episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, host Matt Horine, Head of Re-industrialization at Veryable, discusses the latest changes and developments in the U.S. manufacturing landscape under the second Trump administration. Topics include the impacts of new tariffs, trade policies, the crackdown on illegal immigration, and how these shifts affect manufacturing and distribution sectors. Matt provides insights into how businesses can adapt and thrive in this volatile environment, emphasizes...
Mar 18, 2025•19 min•Ep. 1
We are excited to bring you up to date information, and be your go-to hub for U. S. manufacturing and distribution industry news. On this podcast, you will hear the latest shifts in US manufacturing - what is changing, what is happening, and how it impacts you today. We will also interview industry experts on the podcast to get first hand accounts from those who live the industry, day in and day out. You'll learn how they are handling the changing landscape within their own operations. Our launc...
Mar 07, 2025•1 min
