Manufacturing Culture Podcast Offbeat and In Sync
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Jun 10, 2025 
In this conversation, Jeremiah Llewellyn, a Marketing Development Specialist at Horn USA, shares his inspiring journey from growing up deaf to thriving in the manufacturing industry. He discusses the importance of embracing imperfection for personal growth, how creativity fuels technological advancements, and the impact of his education on his career. Jeremiah emphasizes the need for innovative internship programs to nurture future leaders and explores how hands-on experiences in Mechatronics Engineering can reshape students' educational paths.
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Deafness Sparks Tech Passion
- Jeremiah was born completely deaf and underwent years of speech therapy to catch up.
- His early challenges led him to spend time on computers, sparking his lifelong tech interest.
Fixing Monitor Ignited Interest
- Jeremiah fixed a broken computer monitor by replacing a five-cent capacitor from Radio Shack.
- This DIY repair moment was a defining early tech experience for him.
High School Computer Program
- In high school, Jeremiah helped set up a computer repair program and earned his CompTIA A+ certification.
- This program provided hands-on experience and industry certifications at no cost to students.