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Leadership in Manufacturing

Sannah Vinding
Artificial Intelligence
Leadership
United Grinding North America
Spectron Components
ETA Engineering Technology
Disruption In Electronics Manufacturing
Calcuquote
Digikey
Electronics Industry
Trust
Generational Leadership
Performance Technical Sales
Multi-Line Selling
Exein
Teaching
Communication
Pivot/adaptability
Electronics Manufacturing
Electronic Supply Chain
Automation

Leading technical, cross-functional, and global teams is one of the hardest jobs in the electronics and manufacturing ecosystem. This show is built for the people doing that work every day.

Hosted by Sannah Vinding, the Leadership in Manufacturing Podcast features practical conversations with executives and industry leaders across electronics, manufacturing, distribution, supply chain, semiconduct... more

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Automation can improve distribution operations, but only when leaders understand the work, the team, and the flexibility the business still needs.

In this episode of the Leadership in Manufacturing Podcast, Sannah Vinding talks with Aaron Hein, Seni... more

The manufacturers rep role is changing. Territory coverage and relationships still matter, but manufacturers now expect stronger opportunity visibility, better data, more technical confidence, and a clearer reason to keep investing in the rep relatio... more

Customers are harder to reach. Inboxes are full, LinkedIn pitches arrive too fast, and more outreach is not solving the problem.

In this episode of the Leadership in Manufacturing Podcast, Sannah Vinding sits down with Walter Tobin, former CEO of th... more

Jeff Newell is the President of Mouser Electronics, a global distributor with more than 4,000 employees, 1,200 manufacturer partners, and customers in 223 countries and territories. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Sannah Vinding to talk about wh... more

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Sannah Vinding
Host of Leadership in Manufacturing Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Insightful!

    I appreciate what Sannah is doing for leadership in electronics and manufacturing! She brings great perspectives and thoughtfulness to where this industry is moving.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TM Lon
    United States2 months ago
  • Real life, insightful leadership conversations

    Sannah’s conversation with Don Gillis was my first listen to this podcast and it’s got me coming back for more.

    It’s clear that Sannah cares for people and wants to help her listeners learn to lead others well by sharing what she’s learned herself and helping her guests do the same.

    The conversations are engaging and meaningful and worth listening to if you want to build your leadership skills.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greg Harrod
    United States2 months ago
  • Great show!

    Great show, can't recommend it enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hunter Starr
    United States3 months ago
  • Important topics for the industry!

    Sannah is taking the time to discuss with industry leaders on incredibly important topics hitting our industry. The passion and time spent on these discussions is exciting to listen to and discuss! Thanks for having me on the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kaitlyndotson
    United States7 months ago
  • Insightful and Engaging

    Sannah has an innate ability to connect with guests and capture insightful advice through casual conversation. I’ve learned a lot about leadership by listening to her engage with industry experts. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an easy way to learn valuable lessons from a wide variety of thought leaders!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessica Knight 2025
    United Statesa year ago

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Thoughtful leadership conversations with practical takeaways for leaders in manufacturing and electronics
The host asks insightful questions that unlock real-world lessons from guests
Guests come from diverse corners of the industry, keeping content fresh and relevant

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How Marketing Becomes a Strategic Partner in Manufacturing
Q: What makes marketing in manufacturing different from other industries, and how do you address the complex buyer journey?
Marketing must address multiple roles at different stages of the journey (engineers, procurement, finance, operators) and tailor messages and content to each stakeholder, rather than targeting a single decision-maker.
How Marketing Becomes a Strategic Partner in Manufacturing
Q: So how do you develop a marketing team and what does culture look like in your organization?
The guest explains marketing should function as a service organization to sales, emphasizing alignment with cross-functional teams, deliberate prioritization, and nurturing a culture that supports collaboration and measurable impact.
How Active Listening Transformed a Controls Expert Into a Stronger Leader
Q: How do you start and maintain a learning culture across diverse teams?
Start by encouraging mentoring, regular learning sessions, and creating a safe space for questions; use hands-on projects and short, practical Labs to keep everyone engaged and growing together.
How Active Listening Transformed a Controls Expert Into a Stronger Leader
Q: You can see yourself as a leader, right, with or without a title. But how do you know if you're a good leader?
A good leader elevates those around them, provides tools and guidance for others to succeed, and knows both their strengths and weaknesses to delegate effectively, creating a symbiotic team.
How UNITED GRINDING Prepares the Next Generation of Manufacturing Leaders
Q: So, what are some of the biggest challenges that you faced by launching this program?
The biggest challenge is getting the management behind it and adopting a top-down approach; once leadership buys in, the program becomes feasible and sustainable.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leadership in Manufacturing

What is Leadership in Manufacturing about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Practical leadership conversations tailored to people running cross-functional, global teams in electronics, manufacturing, distribution, and supplier ecosystems. Episodes center on real decisions, hard-won lessons, and actionable moves—covering leadership style, trust-building across functions and regions, succession, remote leadership, and how to apply AI with judgment without sacrificing human connections. The show consistently features executives and seasoned managers sharing how they navigate market shifts, disruption, and complex supply chains with a no-fluff, outcomes-focused approach. It's particularly strong for leaders seeking concrete frameworks, cross-cultural leadership insights, and guidance on evolving the manufacturing reps ... more

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