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Talking Industrial Automation

Lisa Richter
Industrial Automation
Cybersecurity
CSIA
Automation
Manufacturing
Engineering Talent Acquisition
Onlogic
Digital Transformation
Mentoring In Engineering
Labor Shortages
SCADA
Tariffs
Pricing Strategies
Recruitment Strategies
Skills Gap
Continuous Learning
Automation Technologies
Water and Wastewater Industries
CSIA Conference
System Integrators

The Talking Industrial Automation Podcast is a show to help you get to know the people who make modern manufacturing and processing possible. Along the way you'll hear about integration technology, trends and challenges. If you are a manufacturer, end user/client, supplier or system integrator interested in industrial automation, you will enjoy the insights in this podcast.

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What happens when AI stops acting as a productivity tool and starts becoming the decision layer of engineering? In this episode of Talking Industrial Automation, Lisa Richter sits down with Dr. Axel Zein, CEO and President of WSCAD, to explore the ri... more

n this episode of Talking Industrial Automation, Lisa Richter sits down with Rob Goldsmith, Director of Industrial Systems at Matrix, to explore his unexpected journey from bioengineering student to automation leader overseeing one of North America's... more

In this episode of Talking Industrial Automation, host Lisa Richter sits down with Jeremy Anderson, President of Process and Data Automation at the Krones Group, to explore what it really takes to modernize manufacturing in today's rapidly evolving l... more

In this episode of Talking Industrial Automation, host Lisa Richter speaks with Clint Bundy, Managing Director at Bundy Group, a boutique investment bank that has spent more than three decades advising companies in automation, control systems integra... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Goldsmith
Director of Industrial Systems at Matrix
Matrix
Episode: From Bioengineering to Factory Automation: How Rob Goldsmith Helps Bring Manufacturing to Life
Jeremy Anderson
President of Process and Data Automation, Krones Group
Krones Group / PDA
Episode: Scaling Smart: Jeremy Anderson on Modernizing Manufacturing, Data, and Automation
Clint Bundy
Managing Director at Bundy Group, a boutique investment bank focused on automation, control systems integration, IoT, and cybersecurity
Bundy Group
Episode: M&A in Automation: Clint Bundy on Valuations, Talent, and the Future of System Integrators
Guru Thakkar
Director of Engineering at Inflection Point
Inflection Point
Episode: Engineering the Brain of the Process: Guru Thakkar on Scalable Automation, Front-End Discipline & Intelligent Systems
Brandon Umscheid
Director of industrial automation for Baker Group
Baker Group
Episode: From Boots to Bots: Brandon Umscheid's Automation Journey at Baker Group
Adrienne Meyer
CEO of CSIA, focused on industrial automation and association management
CSIA
Episode: Listening, Leading, and Evolving: How Adrienne Meyer is Shaping the Next Chapter of CSIA
Marcos Carlotto
Director of Software Defined Automation at Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric
Episode: Breaking the Mold: How Marcos Carlotto of Schneider Electric Is Reimagining Industrial Automation | Talking Industrial Automation
Bud Weightman
President of Qualified Specialists International (QSI), expert in quality management and auditing
Qualified Specialists International
Episode: Standards, Audits, and Intuition: Bud Weightman's 35-Year Journey in Quality Management | Talking Industrial Automation
Paul Adams
Senior Director of Partner Ecosystems Americas at GE Vernova
GE Vernova
Episode: Navigating the Future of Industrial Automation with GE Vernova's Paul Adams | Talking Industrial Automation with Lisa Richter

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Lisa Richter
Host of Talking Industrial Automation

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Great Show!

    Wonderful podcast. I loved hearing about Steve March and Schneider Electric. It was a very interesting conversation.

    If you have the chance, I recently dove into the podcast space. Would love to her what you think. Check out “The Right Direction Podcast” from Compass Precision.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dmholcomb
    United States5 years ago
  • A fantastic resource!

    If you’re looking to stay up to date on the latest innovations in modern manufacturing and processing, you’ve come to the right place! Lisa is a fantastic host who leads fun and engaging interviews with her guests. Highly recommend tuning in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oliviabaker13
    United States5 years ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    je bent GWN een toevenaar
    Belgium6 years ago
  • Perfect

    Industry-specific and very relevant, love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jws311
    United States8 years ago
  • Worthwhile for anyone involved in Industrial Automation

    I’ve enjoyed listening to these podcasts and gaining insights from leaders in CSIA and experts in the industrial automation industry. A great way to spend you time while driving to a clients site.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JCmpbll
    United States8 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Shows are valued as a reliable resource for CSIA-related topics and automation trends.
Listeners praise the host for engaging, industry-specific conversations.
Commenters appreciate leadership-focused episodes and the accessibility of technical content.
Audience notes a strong emphasis on collaborating across disciplines and real-world applicability.
Guests are described as insightful and practical for practitioners in industrial automation.

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From Bioengineering to Factory Automation: How Rob Goldsmith Helps Bring Manufacturing to Life
Q: What advice would you give to someone evaluating system integrators?
Look for CSIA certification, active membership, and a proven track record with long-tenured relationships and repeat business; emphasis on partnering with clients rather than just delivering a project.
From Bioengineering to Factory Automation: How Rob Goldsmith Helps Bring Manufacturing to Life
Q: How big is Matrix and where are offices?
Matrix has about 350 employees with regional offices across the US, including a new Raleigh, NC location announced during the episode.
From Bioengineering to Factory Automation: How Rob Goldsmith Helps Bring Manufacturing to Life
Q: What's unique about how Matrix approaches a project?
Rob emphasizes Matrix as a full-service engineering firm that coordinates between multiple disciplines, enabling a more integrated EPC-like delivery rather than isolated system integration.
From Bioengineering to Factory Automation: How Rob Goldsmith Helps Bring Manufacturing to Life
Q: So tell me, how did you choose a career in control system integration?
Rob explains that his bioengineering background and the life sciences focus at Matrix led him into automation, where he could blend process understanding with control system work, ultimately delivering end-to-end automation solutions.
Engineering the Brain of the Process: Guru Thakkar on Scalable Automation, Front-End Discipline & Intelligent Systems
Q: What is one misconception people have about system integrators?
Many think system integrators simply code, oversimplifying the responsibilities that involve understanding customer operations and managing risk.

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What is Talking Industrial Automation about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A podcast focused on people and practices driving modern manufacturing and processing, with a steady stream of conversations about system integration, industrial automation trends, AI adoption, and workforce dynamics. Episodes frequently feature senior leaders and practitioners from major automation firms, highlighting real-world challenges, practical solutions, and the evolving role of CSIA in the ecosystem. Notable is the willingness to discuss both technical fundamentals and strategic topics like acquisitions, culture, and leadership, making it useful for engineers, operators, and executives evaluating automation partners or considering speaking opportunities.

A standout aspect is the emphasis on collaboration across disciplines (mechan... more

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Recent guests on Talking Industrial Automation include:

1. Rob Goldsmith
2. Jeremy Anderson
3. Clint Bundy
4. Guru Thakkar
5. Brandon Umscheid
6. Adrienne Meyer
7. Marcos Carlotto
8. Bud Weightman

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