The Industrious Podcast

Epi 18: The Industrious Podcast takes on Tuscany

August 16th, 2022  |  18 mins 45 secs

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In episode 18 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. enjoy some summer R&R in Tuscany. Tune in as they share a mid-year Accessa report, as well as small business and family business musings from their conversations with Italian locals. Salute!

Epi 17: Kevin Fine on what sets Team Accessa apart from the competition

June 30th, 2022  |  33 mins 3 secs

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In episode 17 of The Industrious Podcast, Vince Todd, Jr. chats with Kevin Fine, Sales and Business Development Manager for Accessa’s Eastern territory. Tune in as Kevin shares his New Jersey upbringing, his deep Rutgers University roots, and what he thinks sets Team Accessa apart from the rest. How does Kevin want our customers to view our team? “I really want them to look at us as a set of eyes, a set of hands, and a set of ears that can help improve their processes…We are, in essence, a free consultant to their business. And if you look at our group, and their technical capability, their experience they have in the field…they’re as good as any.”

Epi: 16: Steve Edens talks light metals conversion coatings

June 9th, 2022  |  37 mins 26 secs

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In episode 16 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Steve Edens, Business Development Manager for the light metals product line at Henkel. Tune in as Steve shares the latest in the light metals industry, as well as the effects stemming from nationwide supply chain and labor issues.

Epi: 15: Scott Dunstan shares his entrepreneurial motivation

May 12th, 2022  |  48 mins 54 secs

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In episode 14 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Scott Dunstan, President of Dunstan Group and co-host of the BrandBuilders Podcast. Listen in as Scott shares the evolution of his small business and the focus he offers to anyone on an entrepreneurial track. “Don’t worry about what they’re doing. Just do what you do and do it well. Take care of people. Our policy here is do the right thing every single time.”

Tune in to the BrandBuilders Podcast at http://dunstangroup.blubrry.net/.

Ep: 14 Chris Wallis on top manufacturer-related issues in Indiana and beyond

April 20th, 2022  |  34 mins 58 secs

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In episode 14 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Chris Wallis, Director of Membership Development for the Indiana Manufacturers Association. Tune in as Chris shares the benefits of being a member of the IMA and the top worker-related issues companies are facing in Indiana and beyond.

For more on the Indiana Manufacturer’s Association, visit www.indianamfg.com.

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.

The Industrious Podcast Episode 11: A Look Back At Accessa And Tradeshows

January 11th, 2022  |  37 mins 27 secs

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In episode 11 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by guest Vince Todd, Sr. Tune in for a look back at industry tradeshows and the evolution of the family business. “It’s been an interesting ride – some ups and some downs – but it’s been a great ride, and I’m really appreciative of how it’s worked out. Would I do it again? Yes.”

Industrious Podcast Episode 10: 2021 Year In Review

December 14th, 2021  |  31 mins 23 secs

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Exciting. Interesting. Exhausting

2021 has been all the things.

Joe and Vince recap a memorable year – the challenges and the silver linings – and look forward to the trends they see in the year ahead.

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.