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In this episode of the Iowa Manufacturing Podcast, host Leisa Fox sits down with Loraine Hardin, an EOS Implementer, to reflect on three powerful events that spotlighted the strength and innovation of Iowa businesses.
We begin with the Inaugural Traction Table, where business owners gathered to dig into the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). Loraine shares what she observed as leaders wrestled with challenges, celebrated wins, and found clarity through EOS tools. Together, we discuss how these frameworks are shaping the way Iowa companies drive results, align their teams, and create accountability.
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Next, we turn to the Corridor Business Journal’s Manufacturing Conference. This annual event brings together manufacturers, policymakers, and service providers to chart the future of the sector. Loraine and Leisa highlight the most pressing issues facing manufacturers today—workforce shortages, economic uncertainty, and the race for innovation—while also pointing to the solutions that surfaced from the conversations and panels.
Finally, we revisit the recent Manufacturing Masterminds tour of Seneca Foundry. From creating our own logo molds to witnessing molten metal flow through an impressively clean, modern facility, the tour showcased the progress Iowa manufacturers are making in automation, filtration, and process improvements. We also highlight Seneca’s generational transitions, their innovative approach to recruiting young talent, and their commitment to women in leadership roles.
This episode is a celebration of community, innovation, and the drive that keeps Iowa’s manufacturing sector strong. Whether you’re a manufacturer, business leader, or simply curious about how companies are adapting, this conversation will leave you inspired and equipped with insights you can use in your own organization.