Made In New England Interview Series

Steve DeVries
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Manufacturing is a staple in the New England business community. This podcast interviews business leaders that are (mostly) in the manufacturing community here in New England, or business leaders that have made their careers here in New England. My goal is to promote these businesses and their leaders so that they can share their stories, inspire us, and maybe even make some new friends and connections along the way. Thanks for checking it out!

  1. Game Playing CEO Talks Business

    05/31/2024

    Game Playing CEO Talks Business

    Believe it or not, there’s a cowboy hat wearing CEO whose business publishes great board games right here in New Hampshire. Dan Yarrington of Tabletop Tycoon tells us about how our favorite board games make it to the market. In an age where so many things are going digital, Dan reminds us that board games are here to stay, and they can be part of an interesting and profitable business. Learn what excites this Tabletop Tycoon about the future of the board game business.

    29 min
  2. The Robotics Sherpa - Advancing an Industry

    05/30/2024

    The Robotics Sherpa - Advancing an Industry

    Daniel Theobald is a serial robotics entrepreneur. He’s started a major non-profit to advance the robotics industry. He’s started two robotics companies, and has a consulting firm that supports other robotics companies. Even if you have no interest in robotics at all, this interview is compelling. Daniel has an amazing perspective on things like how robotics can benefit humans, how to collaborate in order to move an industry forward, and how to face the fear of failure. You’ll also hear what this visionary is really excited about in robotics applications today, and here’s a hint: it’s NOT using robots to make sushi!

    33 min
  3. Cleaning Up the Planet by Land, by Air, by Sea

    05/29/2024

    Cleaning Up the Planet by Land, by Air, by Sea

    Nick Grewal is building value, in his company and in improving the planet. To Nick, CEO of ePropelled, the ultimate KPI of his business is having a clean planet. Listen to Nick’s unique perspective on what value is and how he aims to clean up the planet through electric propulsion.

    16 min
  4. A New Super Power for 3D Creators

    05/28/2024

    A New Super Power for 3D Creators

    Common Sense Machines has a new super power for 3D content creators. Whether you’re interested in creating digital content in 3D, or perhaps manufacturing parts with a 3D printer, Tejas Kilkarni explains how his company is making it easy for you to create and compete. Whether you’re familiar with 3D creation or it’s a new concept, this interview offers insight into what you can do with it. Check it out!

    19 min
  5. From Human Health to Planet Health

    05/22/2024

    From Human Health to Planet Health

    Laurent Canneva is not your typical entrepreneur. He had a long and successful career helping people to get and stay healthy. But there was something else in his future that was calling to him. Learn how and why Laurent shifted gears to focus on saving the planet, and how his company Spare-It is doing that.

    18 min
  6. Determination is the Key Ingredient

    05/17/2024

    Determination is the Key Ingredient

    When Phil Mastroianni made the decision to start his Limoncello company, he knew it would take a special ingredient beyond lemons, alcohol, sugar and water. That ingredient is determination. It’s the foundation of the success of Fabrizia Spirits today, and it’s served the Salem, NH based spirits company incredibly well over the past 15 years. Hear Phil’s story and how his “Crazy Uncle Joe” inspired him to get started.

    13 min
  7. Supporting Your Company's Green Initiative via Lost Heat

    05/02/2024

    Supporting Your Company's Green Initiative via Lost Heat

    Mark Schnepel saw an opportunity. His last company made the best heat exchangers in the industry (learn what those are in the video). But these heat exchangers were being used as a component, rather than a featured product. Now, Mark is celebrating the 1st anniversary of Heat Recovery Innovations and his company is helping the world to reduce its carbon footprint with custom heat exchanger solutions. Check out this fantastic business story that's benefitting the environment, all based right here in New England!

    14 min
  8. Regional Air Travel is About to Change

    04/26/2024

    Regional Air Travel is About to Change

    Planes, Trains, and Automobiles...and VTOL? If you don't know what that last one is, listen to this podcast. Peter Schmidt and Transcend Air are close to changing the way business commuters will move from one city to another in the same region. Imagine no more long rides to and from the airport; no more crowded airport terminals; no more uncomfortable coach seats. And this is all at about the same cost as the traditional model. You have to listen to believe it.

    25 min
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Manufacturing is a staple in the New England business community. This podcast interviews business leaders that are (mostly) in the manufacturing community here in New England, or business leaders that have made their careers here in New England. My goal is to promote these businesses and their leaders so that they can share their stories, inspire us, and maybe even make some new friends and connections along the way. Thanks for checking it out!

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