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May 15, 2025

Building Smart Factories and Smart Teams: Secrets from Dr. Nicole Schra-Martin

How do you build sustainable talent pipelines for the industry? Nikki Gonzales, Ali G, and Courtney Fernandez sit down with Dr. Nicole Schra Martin, an expert in manufacturing and automation, to discuss early STEM education, practical hiring for automation roles, and the changing face of industrial automation careers. These themes…

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May 12, 2025

Demo of OPTO 22's GRV-EPIC-LC2!

On May 29th @ 3pm Central... Come watch Dan White from Opto 22 demo the GRV-EPIC-LC2! OPTO 22 is OT SCADA CON's platinum sponsor, and they will be raffling off a GRV-EPIC-LC2 with groov EPIC Learning Center, carrying case, power supply cord, and temperature probe! During this demo, they will…

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May 8, 2025

Mastering Trade Show Success with Joe Campbell & Jennifer Mass

What’s the ROI of your trade show booth? Trade shows cost more than most companies realize. Yet, year after year, exhibitors throw away tens of thousands by showing up unprepared, staff glued to phones, demos unfinished, and leads lost. In this episode we chat with veteran exhibitors and industry experts,…

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May 1, 2025

Building Kansas City’s Go-To Controls Team with Caitlyn Young

What is it like to build a thriving controls engineering company with your partner? The Automation Ladies sit down with Caitlyn Young from Integrated Controls and Engineering to discuss what it takes to balance business, engineering, and partnership—all while serving the local industry at the highest level. Join us as…

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April 24, 2025

AI, Tariffs, and Million-Dollar Mistakes in Automation—Live Insights With Frank Hurtte & Larry White

Curious why manufacturer-distributor relationships still make or break automation sales? Nikki Gonzales talked with industry veterans Frank Hurtte (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankhurtte/) & Larry White (https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-white-6576a26/) at AHTD about tariffs, global supply chain headaches, how AI is shifting the workforce & why family-run industrial businesses are thriving. ------ Huge thank you to Automate.org…

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April 22, 2025

Trade Show Tips with Joe Campbell

Trade Show Tips with Joe Campbell 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4715478195765248

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April 21, 2025

AI in Industrial Automation Panel Discussion: Real World Applications

AI in Industrial Automation Panel Discussion: Real World Applications 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4715478195765248

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April 17, 2025

Major Life Updates, Texas Moves, and Big Community News

The Automation Ladies are all back together! Catch up as they mark the return of the podcast for a new season, sharing candid updates on life transitions, moves, industry shifts, and unexpected opportunities. Listen in for real talk about building and growing their women-led automation community, the creative push behind…

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April 12, 2025

AHTD 2025 Spring Meeting Live Recap

AHTD 2025 Spring Meeting Live Recap

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April 10, 2025

Predictive Maintenance and Industry Insights with Ryan Treece

Many factories struggle with unexpected equipment failure, resulting in costly downtime hits without warning. How can you avoid this with predictive maintenance strategies? Join us as we welcome special guest Ryan Treece from FreeWave Technologies for a discussion covering many industry insights. Discover how implementing predictive maintenance using vibration sensors…

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April 3, 2025

Catch up with Nikki - What's Coming in Season 5

We’re back! In this special solo kickoff to Season 5, Nikki shares what’s new with Automation Ladies — including her new role at Weintek USA, a big media partnership, and all the exciting things ahead for the show and community. In this episode: •Why Nikki joined the team at Weintek…

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March 12, 2025

Live Demo of Asyril Eye+ Flexible Feeding

Live Demo of Asyril Eye+ Flexible Feeding

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March 12, 2025

Live Demo of Weintek Easybuilder Pro

Live Demo of Weintek Easybuilder Pro

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Dec. 19, 2024

Who will be at the Industrial Marketing Summit?

Who will be at the Industrial Marketing Summit?

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Dec. 19, 2024

Demo of Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure w/ Jen Sutter, Itoro Meshioye & Talita Clemente

How can breaking free from traditional limitations unlock a new era of innovation and resilience in automation? Join us with Jennifer Sutter (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/jennifer-sutter/) , Itoro Meshioye (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/itoro-meshioye/) , and Talita Clemente (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/talita-queiroz-cleme-1/) , three amazing women from Schneider Electric, who are pioneering the “Universal Automation” movement, where design flexibility and…

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Dec. 12, 2024

Collaborative Innovation, AI, & Cultural Dynamics w/ Dylan DuFresne

How can the collaboration between AI and cultural understanding create optimal performance in projects? Join us with Solutions Architect, Dylan DuFresne (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/dylan-dufresne/) , as we navigate the complex landscape of digital transformation, shedding light on the often-overlooked human elements that can make or break technology implementations. We reflect on the…

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Dec. 5, 2024

Interview w/ Ryan Treece, FreeeWave Technologies

Interview w/ Ryan Treece, FreeeWave Technologies

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Dec. 5, 2024

Interview w/ Dr. Nicole Schra-Martin from OptiMIM

Interview w/ Dr. Nicole Schra-Martin from OptiMIM

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Dec. 5, 2024

OT, IT, & Cybersecurity in Manufacturing w/ Leah Dodson & Ashley Van Hoeson

OT, IT, and Cybersecurity - how are they different, related, and are you protected? Join us with Leah Dodson (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/leah-dodson/) & Ashley Van Hoesen (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/ashley-van-hoesen/) , as we master the distinctions between OT, IT, and Cybersecurity roles in the manufacturing industry. Gain insider knowledge on governance, risk, compliance, and the…

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Nov. 27, 2024

Boiler Technologies, Training, & Empowerment w/Eric Johnson

Dive into the world of boiler technologies, the growing role of automation, and the power of training and development. Join us with, Eric Johnson (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/eric-johnson/) , CEO of Boilearn, as we enthusiastically tackle the pivotal topic of training and development in the mechanical and boiler industries. We emphasize the value…

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Nov. 21, 2024

Essential Leadership Skills & Community w/Alicia Lomas

What are the essential skills for a leader to create a supportive work culture? With retic and humor, our conversation with Alicia Lomas (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/alicia-lomas/) uncovers the nuances of leadership, exploring invaluable lesson on emotional regulation, the art of providing and receiving feedback, and the distinction between mentoring and managing-all essential…

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Nov. 14, 2024

Cyberattacks...It's not if, but when!

"It's not if, but when" In this day and age, cybersecurity should be top of mind Leah Dodson & Ashley Van Hoesen, cybersecurity experts, talked about this in our cybersecurity special on Halloween 2024. Watch for some proactive steps your company can take to prepare for a cyberattack. Watch the…

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Nov. 14, 2024

From Passion to Purpose, Navigating Through Career Changes & Growth w/Alex Pool

What if passion, resilience, and community could lead you to unexpected heights in a career? Join us along with Alex Pool (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/alex-pool/) from Masked Owl Technologies as we discuss how achievements, setbacks, fervor, and maintaining strong industry connections can pave the way for long-term personal and career success. We delve…

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Nov. 7, 2024

Unlocking Industrial Efficiency: Insights on Compressed Air Systems w/Rob Michael

Discover how optimizing often-overlooked compressed air systems can revolutionize industrial efficiency. Nikki, Ali, Courtney, and Senior Compressed Air Technician, Rob Michael (https://www.automationladies.io/guests/rob-michael/) , share practical wisdom on avoiding design mistakes by consulting with domain experts, delving into technical insights and real-life experiences in working with air compressors. Uncover the common…

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