Josh Liegel, President and CEO of EIC Solutions, began his career at the company in an entry-level role. He rose over 21 years to lead this manufacturer of specialized solid-state cooling systems for rugged environments. Josh's unconventional path to leadership highlighted the impact of continuous learning and proactive contribution. Discover his strategies for career advancement and fostering a strong company culture from the ground up.

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David Arreaga is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ares Materials Inc, an AI-driven materials company revolutionizing polymer development for the display industry. His startup uses machine learning to design advanced materials that solve the crease problem in foldable phone screens. The company has developed breakthrough polymers using artificial intelligence to overcome decades-old material science limitations. Learn how David's team is transforming the future of flexible display technology.

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Chris Wingate is the Vice President of Maxivolt, an American manufacturer of surge protectors for industrial applications. His company takes a contrarian approach to manufacturing by maintaining a full year of inventory instead of following lean principles.

This strategy helps them navigate supply chain disruptions while protecting their customers' expensive equipment from costly electrical failures. Chris shares how they built strong customer relationships through superior service and implemented systems that improved both profitability and employee retention.

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Kevin Huo, Vice President of EM Solutions, is a second-generation manufacturer whose family company specializes in printed circuit board assemblies. In 2008, his parents founded the company to provide full turnkey PCBA manufacturing services for Silicon Valley's technology sector.

Kevin's experience with customers revealed significant challenges around quick turnaround times and personalized service that larger manufacturers couldn't address. Learn how he built a successful business that solved these problems and accelerated product development for tech companies.

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Peter Thorpe, Founder and CEO of Fire Avert, spent 18 years as a firefighter where he repeatedly encountered kitchen fires caused by unattended cooking. He developed an innovative device that automatically turns off stoves when it detects smoke alarm sounds, eliminating the heat source before fires can spread.

His firefighter background provided unique insight into a widespread safety problem that affects thousands of homes across the country. Learn how he transformed his emergency response experience into a thriving business that now sells 10,000 units monthly and has expanded into international markets.

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Todd Honeyville is an automation expert with over 20 years of experience in manufacturing robotics. He founded Lion Inc. to help manufacturers automate repetitive production tasks using flexible robotic systems. Todd discovered that companies were losing productivity due to labor shortages and workers performing dangerous, repetitive jobs. Learn how his automation solutions help manufacturers increase efficiency while preparing for the return of production to America.

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Website: https://www.lioninc.us/

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Jason Reddick is Production Manager at Combat Motors overseeing engineering, manufacturing, and hands-on motorcycle assembly. Combat Motors manufactures exclusive luxury motorcycles in small batches of 20-100 units targeting wealthy collectors worldwide. Jason discovered that small manufacturers face unique challenges with supplier minimums, tariff impacts, and achieving quality consistency without economies of scale. Learn how Combat Motors developed innovative manufacturing solutions to overcome these obstacles while maintaining product exclusivity.

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Aaron Dobbins, President of Ellenby Technologies, applies his extensive engineering background from the electronics sector to his family's manufacturing enterprise. His company specializes in developing advanced vending machine electronics and secure cash management systems. He explains how they tackle sophisticated physical security threats to their products and the intense competition from overseas manufacturing. Learn how Ellenby Technologies leverages in-house innovation to overcome these critical challenges and deliver high-value solutions.

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