• Made in America with Ari Santiago

  • By: Ari Santiago
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Made in America with Ari Santiago

By: Ari Santiago
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  • Each week Ari interviews a thriving manufacturing leader and discovers the secrets to their success. He uncovers each guests' 'manufacturing story' - their path into and through the industry, Ari digs into successes and best practices of each company and leader, as well as challenges and discoveries, to help listeners and guests learn from each other. Discover the strategies these great leaders have used to start, develop, and grow their business - workforce development, leadership, sales/marketing, investments, technology, mergers, workplace culture and so much more! Ari Santiago is the CEO of CompassMSP a Technology Managed Service Provider with offices up and down the eastern seaboard and into the Midwest. He has a passion for the manufacturing industry and the incredible impact it makes on our economy. Do you know someone who would be a great guest or have a topic you'd really like to learn about? Let us know! Reach out to our podcast producer at contactus@compassmsp.com
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  • A Turn-around Story with Randy Hauser, Chicago Metal Fabricators

    A Turn-around Story with Randy Hauser, Chicago Metal Fabricators
    Sep 9 2024

    In this episode, Randy Hauser, President of Chicago Metal Fabricators, discusses the turnaround and growth of this metal fabricator company with roots dating back to 1908.

    Randy shares his journey from joining the company as a turnaround specialist to leading it through transformative changes in sales, marketing, and operations. Discover how Chicago Metal Fabricators differentiated itself in a competitive market by investing in large-scale equipment and building a culture of professionalism.

    Randy also emphasizes the importance of adaptability and fostering a team-oriented environment that encourages continuous improvement. This episode is packed with insights on leadership, manufacturing challenges, and the critical role of maintaining a strong customer focus.

    Randy's favorite book: Competitive Strategy, Michael Porter

    Randy Hauser, Chicago Metal Fabricators

    Website: https://chicagometal.com/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chicagometalfabricators
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chicagometal
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChicagoMetalFab
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChi9gc6xrBRotQtb3dOU9sw
    Randy's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randy-hauser-27143016/

    Ari Santiago, CEO, CompassMSP

    Company Website: https://compassmsp.com/
    Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compass-msp/
    Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MadeinAmericaPodcast
    Podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/made-in-america-podcast-with-ari
    Podcast YouTube:  https://youtube.com/c/MadeinAmericaPodcastwithAri
    Ari's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asantiago104/

    Podcast produced by Miceli Productions: https://miceliproductions.com/
    Podcast executive production by Gael Communications: https://www.gaelcommunications.com/

    Randy and Ari talk about culture, continuous improvement, sales, capital investments
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    42 mins
  • Strategic Diversification and Innovation with Charlie Radcliff, Radcliff Wire

    Strategic Diversification and Innovation with Charlie Radcliff, Radcliff Wire
    Aug 26 2024

    In this episode, Charlie Radcliff, President of Radcliff Wire, shares the impressive journey of his family-owned business. Radcliff Wire specializes in custom-shaped wire, serving diverse industries such as aerospace, medical, and electronics.

    Charlie talks to Ari about the company's diversification strategy, which came down from his father, and continues today as a mainstay. He also discusses the importance of continuous innovation to stay competitive.

    Learn how the company leveraged state grants to adopt advanced technologies, allowing them to stay ahead of the curve. Discover why understanding the end-use of their products is crucial for entering and thriving in multiple markets.

    Charlie also emphasizes the importance of making smart investments in technology and personnel, which have been key to their sustained success. He reflects on the company's rich history and his passion for the business.

    This episode is packed with good insights on thriving in manufacturing!

    Charlie's favorite book: The Goal by Eliyahu M. Goldratt

    Charlie Radcliff, Radcliff Wire

    Website: https://radcliffwire.com/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/radcliff-wire-inc

    Charlie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-radcliff-b1599948/

    Ari Santiago, CEO, CompassMSP

    Company Website: https://compassmsp.com/

    Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compass-msp/

    Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MadeinAmericaPodcast

    Podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/made-in-america-podcast-with-ari

    Podcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/MadeinAmericaPodcastwithAri

    Ari's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asantiago104/

    Podcast produced by Miceli Productions: https://miceliproductions.com/

    Podcast executive production by Gael Communications: https://www.gaelcommunications.com/

    Charlie and Ari talk about innovation, technology, diversification, investments.
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    35 mins
  • Turning Passion into Evangelism with Aneesa Muthana, Pioneer Services/M&M Quality Grinding

    Turning Passion into Evangelism with Aneesa Muthana, Pioneer Services/M&M Quality Grinding
    Aug 12 2024
    This week's episode is not only entertaining, it's also so educational. Aneesa Muthana is a fantastic storyteller with a unique road into her roles. Aneesa is the CEO of both Pioneer Service and M&M Quality Grinding, companies she took over from multiple family members and built to the successful organizations they are today. M&M produces precision centerless ground bar stock and Pioneer Services provides precision machining. Aneesa tells the stories of how she took over each company more than 20 years apart. She shares some of her leadership approach, her focus on manufacturing evangelism, and her thoughts about diversity, equity, and inclusion. There are a few twists and turns in this episode you certainly don't expect! Aneesa's favorite business book: Start with Why, Simon Sinek Aneesa Muthana, Pioneer Service and M&M Quality Grinding Pioneer Service:Website: https://pioneerserviceinc.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pioneer-service-inc-/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pioneerserviceinc.5993/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PioneerServiceInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/machinedparts/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MachinedParts M&M Quality Grinding: Website: https://www.mmquality.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mmqualitygrinding/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mmqualitygrinding/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mmqualitygrinding/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mmqualitygrinding/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mmqualitygrind Aneesa Muthana's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aneesamuthana/ Ari Santiago, CEO, CompassMSP Company Website: https://compassmsp.com/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compass-msp/ Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MadeinAmericaPodcast Podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/made-in-america-podcast-with-ari Podcast YouTube:  https://youtube.com/c/MadeinAmericaPodcastwithAri Ari's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asantiago104/ Podcast produced by Miceli Productions: https://miceliproductions.com/ Podcast executive production by Gael Communications: https://www.gaelcommunications.com/ Aneesa and Ari discuss: Passion, employee engagement, culture, leadership, giving back, DEI
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    47 mins

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