
Leadership in Manufacturing
Leadership Insights with Industry ContextShaping Next Gen Manufacturing LeadersThe Leadership in Manufacturing Podcast is built for professionals in the electronics, distribution, and manufacturing sectors who want more than generic advice—they want real strategies tailored to their world.🎧 Hosted by Sannah Vinding, each episode delivers candid conversations with senior executives who are leading digital transformation, scaling global teams, and driving channel strategy—right now.No fluff. No theory. Just actionable insights from peers who speak your language.✅ Trusted by 2,400+ professionals📈 Over 150,000 downloads and counting👉 Subscribe now: leadershipinmanufacturing.com/newsletter
Latest episodes

Dec 19, 2023 • 23min
E79, Relationship Building in the Manufacturing Industry
In this episode 79, our host Sannah Vinding sits down with Jennifer Townsend, a business developer and relationship builder at Phoenix Contact USA. Jennifer shares her passion for building and maintaining long-term relationships within the manufacturing industry. She discusses the challenges and opportunities in the industry, especially in the evolving hybrid work landscape. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of being responsive, courteous, and adaptable in building successful relationships. She also highlights the value of continuously learning, staying up to date on industry trends, and the significance of internal education programs.
You can reach Jennifer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-townsend-18487541/
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Stay curious and keep learning
Thanks for listening!
Sannah

Dec 5, 2023 • 34min
E78, Staying Ahead: AI, Online Sales, and Strategies for the Modern Engineering Industry
In this Episode 78, our host Sannah Vinding sits down with Tom Wichert, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing at TTK Lambda. They dive into the value of adapting to change, AI's impact on the industry, and the changing purchasing behavior of engineers. Tom shares insights on the importance of investing in websites to attract and retain engineer interest, as well as the need for informative and educational content to assist them in their product design journey.
They also discuss the evolving role of sales in a hybrid work environment and the necessity of becoming trusted advisors to engineers. Tom emphasizes the need for resilience and adaptability in the ever-changing industry and encourages continuous learning and problem-solving. If you're interested in learning from his experiences and insights, definitely make sure to give this episode a listen!
You can reach Tom on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-wichert-42620610/
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You can find Sannah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sannahvinding/
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Thanks for listening!
Sannah

Nov 21, 2023 • 27min
E77, The Power of Strategic Leadership in the Electronics Industry
In this episode 77, our host Sannah Vinding sits down with Adam Anderson to discuss various aspects of building a strong team and effective customer engagement. Adam emphasizes the importance of team building through group discussions and sharing experiences. He also highlights the value of verbal communication, whether it's with team members or customers, emphasizing the significance of picking up the phone for conversations.
You can reach Adam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-anderson-cpmr-3bb7795/
or email: aanderson@norrisrep.com
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You can find Sannah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sannahvinding/
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Stay curious and keep learning
Thanks for listening!
Sannah

Nov 7, 2023 • 32min
E76, Unleashing the Power of Marketing In Electronics Manufacturing
In this episode, Sannah welcomes the brilliant and accomplished Sander Arts to the show. With an impressive background in global management, digital transformation, closed loop marketing, and strategic partnerships, Sander brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Together, they explore the fascinating realm of marketing in the tech industry, dissecting its successes, failures, and untapped potentials.
You can reach Sander on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sander1arts/
or email: sander1arts@gmail.com
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You can find Sannah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sannahvinding/
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Thanks for listening!
Sannah

Oct 24, 2023 • 32min
E75, Balancing Industry Knowledge and Fresh Perspectives: The Secret to Innovative Leadership
In this episode, Sannah is joined by special guest Hugh Daly, a seasoned expert in sales and operations. Together, they explore the importance of evaluating skills over job titles, the power of effective communication and listening, and the benefits of embracing fresh perspectives within an organization.
You can reach Hugh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugh-daly-1032877/
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You can find Sannah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sannahvinding/
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Stay curious and keep learning
Thanks for listening!
Sannah
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Oct 10, 2023 • 38min
E74, Lessons from the Rapidly Evolving Electronics Industry
Join host Sannah Vinding, the host of the “Mind the Innovation Leadership Podcast,” as she engages in a thought-provoking conversation with industry expert Nigel Watts, President at WPG, EMEA. In this episode, Nigel shares his insights and expertise on the lessons learned by the electronics manufacturing industry.
Discover how technology, innovations, and the recent global pandemic have shaped the industry’s supply and demand dynamics. Gain valuable knowledge about the continuous growth and challenges faced by the semiconductor industry.
You can reach Nigel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelwatts/
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You can find Sannah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sannahvinding/
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Stay curious and keep learning
Thanks for listening!
Sannah

Sep 26, 2023 • 32min
E73, Navigating New Horizons and Embracing Change Through Technology
Join Sannah Vinding, host of Mind the Innovation Leadership Podcast, as she engages in a thought-provoking conversation with guest Michael Knight. Together, they explore the trend of using technology to enhance productivity, focusing on industry 4.0 and its potential for revolutionary change. Prepare to gain valuable insights into the future of technology and innovation with this inspiring episode.
You can reach Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mknightxtg/
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You can find Sannah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sannahvinding/
or visit https://mindtheinnovation.com/hello/
Stay curious and keep learning
Thanks for listening!
Sannah

Sep 12, 2023 • 35min
E72, Driving Growth through Supplier Relationships and Collaboration
In this episode of the Mind the Innovation Leadership Podcast, host Sannah Vinding engages in a captivating conversation with guest Paul Aspiras, the director of supplier business development at Master Electronics. As a seasoned professional with expertise in project management and business development, Paul brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the discussion.
You can reach Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-aspiras/
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You can find Sannah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sannahvinding/
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Stay curious and keep learning
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Sannah

Aug 29, 2023 • 47min
E71, Navigating Complexity: Exploring Trends in Electronics Manufacturing through Analytic Data
In this episode of the Mind Innovation Leadership podcast, host Sannah Vinding interviews Dennis Reed, a senior research analyst at Edgewater Research. They discuss current trends and outlook for the electronics manufacturing industry. Dennis shares insights on how they stay on top of the complexity of data in their industry and the importance of listening to inform data analysis. He also explains their process of focusing on bottom-up analysis and leveraging their relationships across the supply chain.
You can reach Dennis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisreed22/
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You can find Sannah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sannahvinding/
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Stay curious and keep learning
Thanks for listening!
Sannah

Aug 1, 2023 • 32min
E70, Unlocking the Potential of Intrapreneurs: Driving Business Growth and Success
In this episode of Mind The Innovation Leadership Podcast, host Sannah Vinding engages in a fascinating discussion with RJ Grimshaw, the CEO of Unify, to explore the world of intrapreneurship and its profound impact on business growth and success. RJ's passion for entrepreneurship, stemming from his family's entrepreneurial history, sets the stage for an inspiring conversation.
The episode concludes with valuable insights into unlocking the potential of intrapreneurs and fostering a culture of innovation and creativity. Listeners gain essential knowledge for building a successful business, regardless of size, by embracing the entrepreneurial mindset and encouraging intrapreneurship to drive company growth and success.
You can reach RJ on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjgrimshaw/
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You can find Sannah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sannahvinding/
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Stay curious and keep learning
Thanks for listening!
Sannah