The Industrious Podcast Episode 13: Darren Christiaens on water-based coatings technology

February 24th, 2022  |  28 mins 23 secs

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In episode 13 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Darren Christiaens, sales manager for ICA Group North America. Listen in as Darren shares the latest technology and benefits of water-based coatings products, including sustainability, safety, and improved performance. “We’re seeing a definite trend toward water-based coatings.”

The Industrious Podcast Episode 12: Color and Design Expert Lauren West Forecasts 2022 Trends

February 8th, 2022  |  35 mins 51 secs

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In episode 12 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Lauren West, Director of Global Color and Design for AcromaPro. Tune in as she breaks down home design trends for 2022 and beyond, and how business and home needs have shifted dramatically in the wake of COVID-19.

Industrious Podcast Episode 9: Henkel’s Joelle Bondy On Her Lifelong Career In A Male-Dominated Industry

November 16th, 2021  |  40 mins 31 secs

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What started as a job to make some money during college turned into a career. Joelle Bondy on her lifelong career with Henkel, working in a male-dominated industry, and what’s kept her there.

“I’ve been here 21 years and I learn something new every single day. I don’t know if everyone can say that with their job.”

For that and more, tune into episode 9 of The Industrious Podcast.

Industrious Podcast Episode 8: Brian Gould On Electrostatic Paint

November 2nd, 2021  |  37 mins 57 secs

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Electrostatic paint: What is it? What are the benefits? Where can you use it? How does it work?  

“The electrostatic process looks difficult. It doesn’t have to be.”

Accessa’s Brian Gould has all the answers, including a heads-up on some new products hitting the market.

Tune into episode 7 of The Industrious Podcast for all that and more.

Mike Sullivan, Superior Industrial Solutions

August 27th, 2021  |  29 mins 52 secs

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From supply issues to extended lead times, product allocation, and scrutinizing orders – Mike Sullivan from Superior Industrial Solutions on the sales process in today’s environment and turning new customers into sustainable business.

“People still need a lot of help out there.”

For that and more, tune into episode 5 of The Industrious Podcast.

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Les Yoder of Accessa

July 13th, 2021  |  40 mins 4 secs

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“It’s a different world out there.” From the challenges of operating during the COVID pandemic to equipment investments and his number one goal for the remainder of the year – Accessa Operations Manager Les Yoder says the current environment is like nothing he’s ever seen.

John Andreoli of AcromaPro

June 29th, 2021  |  42 mins 53 secs

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With 30 years in the paint industry, AcromaPro’s John Andreoli talks about the vendor - distributor relationship, the challenges of doing business in the COVID-19 pandemic, and the future of wood coatings.