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Dan Anderson with SMRP and ReliabilityX

Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2026 and talking to Dan Anderson, Chairman of the Board of SMRP and Director of Business Development at ReliabilityX about “The Future of SMRP”.

Scott Mackenzie and Dan Anderson discuss the importance of the SMRP conference for maintenance, reliability, and asset management professionals. Dan, now the president of SMRP, highlights the need to revamp the body of knowledge and make it more accessible through micro-learning series. They emphasize the significance of human interaction in the field, despite the advancements in AI and technology. Dan shares his career journey, from early CMMS software to his current role at Reliability X. They also stress the importance of inspiring the next generation and the synergies between SMRP and the Institute of Asset Management (IAM).

Matt Bradbury with Business Acquisition and Merger Associates

Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech 2025 and talking to Matt Bradbury, Managing Director at Business Acquisition & Merger Associates about “Sound Merger/Acquisition Solutions “.

Scott Mackenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, celebrating industry professionals and featuring Matt Bradbury, a seasoned M&A expert with 20 years of experience and $2 billion in transaction value. Bradbury’s firm focuses on manufacturing, distribution, and B2B services, with 80% of clients having blue-collar workforces. He discusses the growing demand for electrical infrastructure due to increased data center needs and the impact of reshoring and nearshoring on manufacturing. Bradbury emphasizes the importance of smart power generation and automation in meeting these demands. He can be reached at matt@buysellyourbusiness.com or 704-905-0565.

Michael DeMaria with Fluke Reliability

Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2025 and talking to Michael DeMaria, Director, Product Management at Fluke Reliability about “Prepare, Predict, Prevail”.

Scott Mackenzie and Michael DeMaria discuss the industrial trends and innovations at the Xcelerate 2025 event in Austin, Texas. Michael, a product manager at Fluke Reliability, highlights the importance of collaboration and learning from each other in the industry. He outlines the “Prepare, Predict, Prevail” theme, emphasizing the need for data-driven insights and automation to manage work orders effectively. Michael also addresses the generational gap in the workforce, stressing the importance of technology and communication to bridge this divide. The conversation underscores the role of Industry 5.0 in integrating human expertise with advanced technology.

Arthur Field with Machine Shop Tech Talk

Scott Mackenzie hosts the Industrial Talk Podcast, celebrating industry professionals and their innovations. He emphasizes the importance of amplifying voices in manufacturing, particularly in attracting and inspiring the next generation of leaders. Scott discusses the need for a resilient business culture and the role of people in driving success. Arthur Field, a guest on the podcast, shares his journey from machinist to sales and now to promoting manufacturing through videos and podcasts. He highlights the impact of consistent communication and the importance of trust in building successful manufacturing businesses. Both Scott and Arthur stress the necessity of education, collaboration, and innovation in the industry.

Curt Chamberlain with Utility Performance Consultants

Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2025 and talking to Curt Chamberlain, Managing Consultant at Utility Performance Consultants about “Leveraging the EMaint solution for the Utility Market”.

Scott Mackenzie hosts an industrial podcast featuring Curt Chamberlain, a consultant with extensive experience in the energy and utility sectors. Chamberlain discusses his work with utilities like OG&E and a large Northeast utility, focusing on SAP implementations to cut OPEX by a billion dollars. He also details his projects with EMaint and Deep Blue, including a tight five-month implementation of EMaint for a pipeline company and a subsequent 18-month transition to EMaint’s X5. Chamberlain highlights the challenges of regulatory compliance and the potential of AI in maintenance, emphasizing the need for substantial data to drive AI effectiveness.

The world is changing fast! Industrial businesses are juggling every facet of business maintenance and growth, ranging from technological/digital media adaptations to cash flow management and operational efficiency challenges. How do industrial business leaders stay current while managing growth and casting vision for the future? The answers could be found in a learning environment, but never before has there been a place for continuing education in the industrial business arena. UNTIL NOW…

The INDUSTRIAL ACADEMY IS HERE. Finally there is a clearinghouse for all things industrial to assist the business leader. Course offerings provide up-to-date applicable information in business development, technology, finance, operations and leadership presented in an engaging, movement-oriented manner by those in the know. These professionals don’t just talk the talk. They walk the walk with purpose and passion for building not just the industrial business but also the people who make things happen.

The Industrial Talk Podcast family looks forward to learning and growing with you!

When I was in elementary school, our teacher would show us films of industrial professionals making our lives better. For me, these films instilled the passion for industry.

Today, industry has come along way from when I was a boy. It is innovative and focused on solving problems. In short, it’s really cool and exciting.

We need to teach children, around the world, and bring back the “Cool” and “Exciting” and why industry is a wonderful profession. That means we need industrial professionals to re-instill this industrial passion.

This is the Purpose of Industrial Pop. It is an online learning management platform (LMP) dedicated to educating our youth in the ever expanding and innovative world of industry. We also provide this LMP for our teachers to share with their class.

These are very exciting times for industry and we must begin educating our future and it starts with you. If you are interested, please contact me at: https://industrialtalk.com/contact/ and just let me know that you are interested in positively impacting our future industry leaders.