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Clocking In Podcast<\/h1>\n

Voices of NC Manufacturing<\/strong>, your host Phil Mintz, Director of the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP). We will be interviewing some of the manufacturers who have made North Carolina manufacturing the powerhouse it is today.<\/p><\/div>\n

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E-65: Building the North Carolina Textile Workforce<\/a><\/h3>\n

June 13, 2025
\nGildan: Whitney Womack
\nPhil and Whitney discuss Whitney\u2019s journey in HR, how she learns the crucial skills needed for each position, and the importance of educating high school students about the many opportunities in manufacturing and changing the perception there are only \u201cdirty jobs\u201d in manufacturing.<\/p>\n

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E-64: The SBA is boosting small manufacturers Made in America<\/a><\/h3>\n

May 13, 2025
\nU.S. Small Business Administration: Lisa Shimkat, Mike Arriola, Dan Pisch\u00e9
\nThe conversation highlights the SBA\u2019s renewed, hands-on approach\u2014including plant tours and roundtables\u2014to better understand and serve small manufacturers\u2019 needs nationwide.<\/p>\n

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E-63: From Textiles and Tobacco to Technology<\/a><\/h3>\n

Mar 13, 2025
\nDr. Michael L. Walden
\nListen to Phil and Michael as they discuss the reasons the economic outlook for North Carolina is an optimistic one, covering topics from technology to immigration and tariffs.<\/p>\n

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E-62: Even Programmers Can Fall in Love with the Manufacturing Environment<\/a><\/h3>\n

Feb 5, 2025
\nCTI Systems: Dreama Pilson
\nOn this episode of Clocking In, Phil Mintz sits down with Dreama Pilson, the HR manager for CTI Systems in Goldston, North Carolina. Today, the workforce has grown to exceed 82 employees. Educated as a programmer, Dreama quickly shifted to the manufacturing industry because of her love of manufacturing processes and the people who \u201care out there making things happen.\u201d<\/p>\n

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E-61: A Family Tradition Inspired A Unique Business Opportunity<\/a><\/h3>\n

Nov 21, 2024
\nPiedmont Pennies: Becca Wright
\nIn this episode of Clocking In, Mintz talks with Becca Jordan Wright, the CEO and founder of Piedmont Pennies, a gourmet cheesy snack manufacturer in Charlotte, North Carolina. The podcast conversation also touches on the importance of sustainable growth, customer-centricity, and the company\u2019s commitment to quality and community support.<\/p>\n

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E-60: Secrets to Success<\/a><\/h3>\n

Oct 22, 2024
\nQueen City Engineering and Design: Ashley Carriker and Rex Carriker
\nMintz and the Carrikers discuss the challenges of launching a new business, emphasizing the difficulties of navigating the startup phase while maintaining a balance between professional and family life. They share insights into identifying and capitalizing on growth opportunities, stressing the importance of being adaptable and proactive in recognizing potential.<\/p>\n

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