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Leadership in Manufacturing

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

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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How should manufacturers use AI better without turning it into another tool that adds more noise?

In this short follow-up conversation, Andy Coyle, Senior Director of Sales at ebm-papst Inc., talks about using AI for research, CRM updates, follow-up... more

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Strong leaders do not have every answer. They know how to make decisions, support their teams, and create enough trust that people can say what they need.

In this episode of the Leadership in Manufacturing Podcast, Sannah Vinding continues her conve... more

Sales teams have more tools than ever. Product training has expanded. CRM training has expanded. AI training is next. But the basics of selling still matter when a buyer pushes back, a customer relationship gets tense, or a major opportunity needs tr... more

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

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Recent Guests

Andy Coyle
Senior Director of Sales and Channel Development at ebm-papst
ebm-papst
Episode: Why the Last Mile of Sales Still Happens Face to Face
Aaron Hein
Senior Director of Distribution Operations at Sager Electronics
Sager Electronics
Episode: What Distribution Leaders Need Before They Automate
Walter Tobin
Former CEO of the Electronics Representative Association (ERA), former senior leader at Future Electronics
Electronics Representative Association (ERA)
Episode: How Rep Firms Prove Value Beyond Sales
Jeff Newell
President at Mouser Electronics
Mouser Electronics
Episode: Why Building Your Successor Is the Real Leadership Test
Lonnie Power
Customer Business Manager at Heilind Electronics
Heilind Electronics
Episode: How Leaders Build Trust When Buyers Already Have the Answers
Don Gillis
Technical trainer with Hardi, HVACR industry veteran focusing on practical training and education
Hardi
Episode: Why Tone and Trust Define How People Learn
Hunter Starr
President of Performance Technical Sales
Performance Technical Sales
Episode: Why Judgment Still Wins in an AI-Assisted Sales World
Chris Lanier
Managing Director for the Americas at Exein
Exein
Episode: How to Lead When the Rules Change Between Startup and Enterprise
Tom Walker
Co-founder and VP of Spectron Components
Spectron Components
Episode: How Leaders Modernize the Manufacturers Rep Role Using AI and Smarter Workflows

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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 States3 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 States3 months ago
  • Great show!

    Great show, can't recommend it enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hunter Starr
    United States5 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 States9 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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What Distribution Leaders Need Before They Automate
Q: Why did you choose flexibility over automation for the new build, and what did you learn from that decision?
Aaron explains that selecting a manual or flexible setup allowed the team to adapt to changing conditions and learn from the new environment before committing to a rigid automated system, enabling long-term adaptability.
What Distribution Leaders Need Before They Automate
Q: What did you realize when you first stepped into this role at Sager Electronics?
He highlights the importance of trust-building, relationships, and empathy over simply executing tasks, noting that the job requires understanding people's backgrounds and proving leadership through personal connection.
What Distribution Leaders Need Before They Automate
Q: What's your passion or what excites you about the electronics industry?
Aaron describes distribution as a field where each box represents a unique product and environment, emphasizing how the tangible impact of each part connects to broader projects and customers, which keeps him motivated.
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.

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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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1. Andy Coyle
2. Aaron Hein
3. Walter Tobin
4. Jeff Newell
5. Lonnie Power
6. Don Gillis
7. Hunter Starr
8. Chris Lanier

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