The Marketing Metal Journey and a lead up to IMTS with Emily Wilkins

Emily Wilkins joins CMMSradio to share her journey into launching Marketing Metal, her passion for the manufacturing space and the people of manufacturing, and a ton of other insights.  Lots of shout outs in this episode as a lead up to IMTS happening in Chicago September 9-14, 2024!

Episode shout outs:

• Chris Luecke
• Meaghan Ziemba
• Tony Gunn
• Jim Mayer
• Bryan Bieschke (UpKeep)
• Hallie Haupt
• Drew Crowe
• The Creators Lounge
• Metallica
• All Within My Hands
• MetallicaScholars

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The Ethan Almighty Story with Jeff Callaway on CMMSradio from Brightly Illuminate 2024

Here’s a very special episode for you!! It’s The Ethan Almighty Story with Jeff Callaway of Kentucky Humane Society! We discuss how they use Brightly but quickly focus in on the story of Ethan on CMMSradio recorded from Brightly Illuminate 2024 in Raleigh NC. Ethan, sometimes called Hero Dog, is a true fighter that was literally minutes away from death. His story is out there and Jeff Callaway, his handler and owner (“I knew that is my dog”), tells some of the story here. You can find the story everywhere. BE sure to visit https://ethanalmighty.com/ or find Ethan on Facebook here:   / ethanalmighty-100085380373853   and keep an eye out for the movie!! Ethan Almighty!! Thank you, Jeff, for sitting down with us to record this episode about facilities management at the Kentucky Humane Society, how you use Brightly, and the amazing story of Ethan!! We look forward to watching the journey and seeing you again one day soon!

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The Maintenance Journey and How a CMMS Fits into Pursuing Maintenance Excellence at Oshkosh Defense

The Maintenance Journey and How a CMMS Fits into Pursuing Maintenance Excellence!

They’re making something innovative at the Oshkosh Defense Spartanburg SC plant.  We’ll get into that and a whole lot more. 

We had the honor and pleasure of hosting Trent McJunkin, CMRP, Facilities & Maintenance Manager at Oshkosh Defense for a journey story conversation that shows how Trent got into the space, where he “cut his teeth,” and how mentors along the way shaped his growth into a true leader!  We get into the role a CMMS plays and there’s a reveal at the end.  We’ll see who catches that!! 

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Getting Real About Maintenance VPs Transparency and CMMS with George Williams on CMMSradio

Watch this video, or listen, if you want some real talk about those VPs that parachute in and start making changes – It’s more of a call to action not just a critique – Ton’s of real insights throughout this episode with George Williams, CEO of ReliabilityX, telling it like it is for us all to benefit.

We discuss the challenges and dynamics of maintenance management and technology. How high-level decisions by VPs, often lacking hands-on experience, can disrupt maintenance operations. The importance of asking tough, honest questions during interviews and discussions to truly benefit the industry. 

George outlines upcoming courses on asset management and CMMS utilization, highlighting their system-agnostic approach. This conversation underscores the commitment to community and knowledge-sharing, focusing on improving practices and achieving win-win outcomes in maintenance and reliability.

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The Tractian Journey Story and Who They Serve with CEO Igor Marinelli

Meet Igor Marinelli the CEO and Co-Founder of TRACTIAN joining us for a great journey story where we get into present times with a view toward the future!  You’ll learn why they focus only on maintenance management in manufacturing with some examples.  

We tried to do this at The Reliable Plant Conference 2024 in Chicago, IL but had to go virtual.  Everyone was super busy at this event.  

We would love your input on this episode!  It’s an episode with a little bit of everything, even a few laughs, as we jump from topic to topic.

🤘 Tell us your favorite topic or segment with a comment! 🤘 

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Healthcare Facility Operations and CMMS with guest Zachary Seely CEO of FSI

Zachary Seeley, the CEO of FSI, joins CMMSradio to talk about their Healthcare CMMS , FSI recently winning the Reader’s Choice Award, and more.

• Zach’s journey and what drew him to FSI and the Healthcare CMMS space
• How healthcare settings differ from typical facilities 
• Connecting maintenance to revenue
• Building a case for brining in a CMMS
• The trends now and in the future
• What’s on the horizon for FSI (This is releasing after the 2024 ASHE conference)

Tune in for a great conversation and let us know your thoughts about the topics covered.  Be sure to like, comment, and share this episode.  

Use this form to connect with FSI for a discovery call and demo:  https://www.fsiservices.com/cmmsradio

You can find Zachary Seely on Linked in and we encourage you to look into FSI if your looking for a healthcare CMMS – It is purpose built for the healthcare environment!!

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The Tony Gunn Journey into Manufacturing MTDCNC and The Gunn Show VIP Edition

If you don’t know Tony Gunn, host of The Gunn Show Podcast VIP Edition and Director of Global Operations at MTD CNC joins CMMSradio to tell a bit of his journey story, how he got into manufacturing, where his passions for the manufacturing space, and all the amazing things he’s seen across the globe.

There is a lot to Tony’s journey, all interesting, and he knows how to tell a story in an engaging way.  He truly loves talking all things manufacturing and that shines through.  This is a transparent and real conversation.  Completely unscripted.   Lots of great stories about manufacturers in different regions, a bit about automation, and… get this… Hip Hop.  Fun episode!!  

We did talk about IMTS, the broadcast team, and encourage you to keep an eye out for Tony and the MTD CNC team.  A few company shout outs that will be featured from this event.  Lots of cool things happening at IMTS.  It’s less than 25 days until the event starts!!  We’re guessing this might hit 140,000 attendees or more.

Be sure to watch or listen to this episode for your name or company – Lots of shout outs.  

Check it out and let us know your favorite parts in the comments.  Share it, especially if your in it.  Way too many to tag but feel free to repost with tags (tag back please).

Follow #CMMSradio for more episodes, updates, and journey stories.

Connect with MTD CNC here:  https://mtdcnc.com/

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