Ed Talks explores the strategies shaping workforce development in manufacturing. Hosted by <a href="https://fmamfg.org"> Fabricators and Manufacturers Association</a> President and CEO Ed Youdell, the podcast features candid conversations with industry leaders on attracting, developing, and retaining talent. Part of the FMA Podcast Network.
Ed Talks
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Ed Talks explores the strategies shaping workforce development in manufacturing. Hosted by <a href="https://fmamfg.org"> Fabricators and Manufacturers Association</a> President and CEO Ed Youdell, the podcast features candid conversations with industry leaders on attracting, developing, and retaining talent. Part of the FMA Podcast Network.
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March 16, 2026
Advancing manufacturing technology through STEM with Andrea Scarpari
<p>Andrea Scarpari, president and CEO of <a href="https://www.salvagninigroup.com/en-US" target="_blank">Salvagnini America</a>, joins Ed Talks host Ed Youdell of the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association to discuss why advancing manufacturing technology requires stronger connections to STEM education and engineering careers.</p> <p>As fabrication technology becomes more automated, Scarpari argues manufacturers must create more intellectually engaging roles that allow workers to program machines, improve processes, and drive productivity.</p> <p>Scarpari also discusses how Salvagnini America supports robotics programs like Lakota Robotics to inspire future engineers, how partnerships with universities help build the next generation of manufacturing talent, and where artificial intelligence may begin to play a role in fabrication technology.</p> <p>Comments, questions, or sponsorship opportunities: <a href="podcast@fmamfg.org">podcast@fmamfg.org</a>.</p>
November 11, 2025
Winning by putting people first with Troy Berg of Dane Manufacturing
CEO Troy Berg explains to host Ed Youdell how Dane Manufacturing prioritizes employees through training and benefits, which fosters retention and strengthens company culture in this interview.
August 21, 2025
The innovation of metal fabrication with Bystronic's John Paul Surdo
Bystronic's John Paul Surdo and FMA's Ed Youdell discuss how advanced technologies are transforming metal fabrication and elevating the skilled workforce.
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