By Rachael Pfenninger, Director of Strategic Execution, AMBA On June 22, 2021, members of AMBA’s Emerging Leaders Network met in person for the first time in more than 18 months at AMBA Conference 2021’s pre-conference session. Facilitated by keynote speaker Phil Van Hooser, Phil Van Hooser Associates, this session investigated the intricacies of decision making for … [Read more...] about Emerging Leaders Address Decision Making and Leadership
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New Mentorship Series Impacts Emerging Leaders
By Rachael Pfenninger, director of strategic execution, AMBA Although many up-and-coming leaders have a desire to learn from those who have come before them, accessing tribal knowledge from industry executives continues to be a challenge for next-generation employees, particularly in mold manufacturing. Between generational gaps, differences in communication, the lack of … [Read more...] about New Mentorship Series Impacts Emerging Leaders
Re-Imagining How the Industry Meets: AMBA Conference 2021
June 22-24, 2021 – Amway Grand Plaza Hotel – Grand Rapids, MI AMBA Conference 2021 will set the industry benchmark for meeting responsibly in a way that brings immense value and opportunity for business growth to its attendees. During this event, connection opportunities will abound for mold manufacturers that are ready to engage with peers and unite as a community to … [Read more...] about Re-Imagining How the Industry Meets: AMBA Conference 2021
Growing Pains and Intergenerational Business: Three Vignettes
by Lara Copeland, assistant editor, The American Mold Builder Joining the family business always has presented challenges and benefits to both the older and younger generations. And, of course, every one of those situations comes with its own unique set of troubles and blessings. The three stories featured here help to shed some light on the trials, tribulations and triumphs … [Read more...] about Growing Pains and Intergenerational Business: Three Vignettes
3 Key Strategies for Continuous Improvement
Compiled and summarized by Rachael Pfenninger, director of strategic execution, AMBA Continuous improvement is at the heart of any successful manufacturing company. If ownership, the management team and all employees aren’t looking constantly for ways to eliminate waste, simplify processes or improve quality, then the organization has become stagnant – and likely is leaving … [Read more...] about 3 Key Strategies for Continuous Improvement
Workforce Development: The Long Game
by Brittany Willes, contributing writer, The American Mold Builder Manufacturing industries have struggled with labor shortages for years, and the problem only is expected to get worse. According to Forbes, “[T]he long-standing fact remains that there’s a wide disparity between the number of people entering the field of manufacturing and the needs of the industry. Estimates … [Read more...] about Workforce Development: The Long Game