Manufacturing Insiders cover art

Manufacturing Insiders

Manufacturing Insiders

Written by: Nate Wheeler
Listen for free

About this listen

Helping manufacturers become leaders in the digital space. Entrepreneur, leader, speaker, author, and consultant Nate has given talks & consulting for: ‍

  • The US Dept of Commerce (Trade.gov)
  • The Manufacturers and Business Association of PA
  • The National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA)
  • The Industrial Resource Center Network (NWIRC)
  • HUNDREDS OF MANUFACTURERS AND B2B COMPANIES AROUND THE U.S. & THE WORLD

Other accomplishments include:‍ 4 Years in the USMC Infantry & one tour in Iraq Masters Degree in International Business and Marketing Founder of "Tristate Manufacturers Marketplace"

August 2024
Economics
Episodes
  • The Perspective Shift it takes to Lead in US Manufacturing | Alex Houtchens - Pro Plastic Welding
    Dec 31 2025

    Alex Houtchens is the Operations Manager at Pro Plastic Welding, which is a part of CNE Creative Enterprises. He specializes in Plastic Welding, Fabrication, and Machining. They utilize methods such as plastic welding, forming, cutting, and shaping, to create parts specific to the needs of many diverse industries. This conversation covers his start as a normal employee, how his experience with good leadership helped him grow, the challenges he faces now that he is in a leadership role, and the innovative process he is leading at Pro Plastic Welding.

    Visit their website! https://www.proplasticwelding.com/

    Nate Wheeler is the owner of weCreate, a nationally recognized marketing agency that helps manufacturers grow, save money, and become more efficient. Need help or want to be a podcast guest? Reach out to us below.

    https://www.wecreate.com/services/marketing-consulting/ https://www.wecreate.com/contact/

    Show More Show Less
    45 mins
  • How Great Companies Build Internal Talent Pipelines | Jesika Young - Cimtech Inc.
    Dec 23 2025

    Jesika Young is a Team Member, and the President & CEO @officialcimtechinc.6756 She is not originally from a manufacturing background, but instead has a background in banking. This conversation covers that transition and the core values she has taken with her along with topics including company culture transitions, strategic acquisitions, and building and engaging the new generation with opportunities for individual growth and career growth.

    Visit their Website! https://www.cimtechmachine.com/

    Nate Wheeler is the owner of weCreate, a nationally recognized marketing agency that helps manufacturers grow, save money, and become more efficient. Need help or want to be a podcast guest? Reach out to us below.

    https://www.wecreate.com/services/marketing-consulting/ https://www.wecreate.com/contact/

    Show More Show Less
    49 mins
  • Why US Manufacturers Are Switching to Additive Manufacturing | Jason Riley - Fabrisonic
    Dec 19 2025

    Jason Riley is the General Manager of @Fabrisonic1 , a metal 3D printing additive manufacturing company, specializing in part production with a combination of additive and subtractive processes. This conversation goes through the life lessons Jason learned as a marine, delving into the complexities of decision making in business and managing the risk of those decisions. Gain valuable business strategy insights and learn about approaching strategic planning with an eye on new opportunities and market dynamics.

    Visit their Website! https://fabrisonic.com/

    Nate Wheeler is the owner of weCreate, a nationally recognized marketing agency that helps manufacturers grow, save money, and become more efficient. Need help or want to be a podcast guest? Reach out to us below.

    https://www.wecreate.com/services/marketing-consulting/ https://www.wecreate.com/contact/

    Show More Show Less
    48 mins
No reviews yet