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CHAMPION Now!® is proud to be featured as a guest speaker on many manufacturing podcasts with industry leaders. Our goal? To spread the message of CHAMPION Now!®’s mission across the airwaves and spark meaningful discussions! We invite you to listen to the episodes below & get inspired.
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Dave Hataj of Edgerton Gear, Inc.
Manufacturing Champions
March 25, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Rory Francis Comiskey talk to Dave Hataj of Edgerton Gear, Inc.
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Alicia Koepke of Chippewa Middle School
Manufacturing Champions
March 25, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Rory Francis Comiskey talk to Alicia Koepke of Chippewa Middle School.
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Greg Knox of Knox Manufacturing Solutions
Manufacturing Champions
March 25, 2025
Knox Manufacturing Solutions (formerly Knox Machinery) is a CNC Service company…that also happens to sell machine tools. Exclusive distributor in Southwestern Ohio and Northern Kentucky for Mazak – the top selling CNC machine in the world, as well as Fryer toolroom equipment, Mitutoyo CMM and inspection equipment and Castrol metalworking fluids.
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Kevin Sinnett of IDC
Manufacturing Champions
March 18, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Rory Francis Comiskey talk to Kevin Sinnett of IDC.    
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Steven Lewis of S. W. Lewis Orchestral Horns
Manufacturing Champions
March 18, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Rory Francis Comiskey talk to Steven Lewis of S. W. Lewis Orchestral Horns.    
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Brandon Jacoby of Jacoby Custom Cues
Manufacturing Champions
March 18, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Rory Francis Comiskey talk to Brandon Jacoby of Jacoby Custom Cues.    
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Mark Hibner of Palatine High School
Manufacturing Champions
March 04, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Brian Sexton talk with Mark Hibner of Palatine High School.    
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Bryan Albrecht of GATEWAY TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Manufacturing Champions
March 11, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Rory Francis Comiskey talks to Bryan Albrecht of GATEWAY TECHNICAL COLLEGE. Gateway Technical College is a national leader in workforce training and economic development. Serving over 23,000 students in southeast WI manufacturing has been a cornerstone for regional growth.    
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Jerry Rex of CHAMPION Now
Manufacturing Champions
February 25, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Brian Sexton talk with Jerry Rex of CHAMPION Now. Group fighting to change the perception of manufacturing.    
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Rand Haas of Business And Career Services, Inc.
Manufacturing Champions
February 25, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Brian Sexton talk with Rand Haas of Business And Career Services, Inc. BCS is part of the national American Job Centers, a not-for-profit network of over 3,000 agencies that help employers fill open positions and prepare job seekers to find, apply, train, and succeed in their career growth.    
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Frank Holthouse of Leyden CHSD 212
Manufacturing Champions
February 25, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Brian Sexton talk with Frank Holthouse of Leyden CHSD 212. The Leyden High Schools serve all or part of the following suburban communities: Franklin Park, Northlake, Rosemont, Schiller Park, River Grove, Melrose Park, and unincorporated Leyden Township. District 212 has two high schools (East & West Leyden) and one combined athletic program.  
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with April Senase of Proviso West High School
Manufacturing Champions
February 20, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Rory Comiskey talk with April Senase of Proviso West High School.  
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Manufacturing Champions with Craig Cegielski of Eleva-Strum High School
Manufacturing Champions
February 20, 2025
Welcome to Manufacturing Champions, your premier source for the latest trends and transformative ideas shaping the manufacturing world. On today’s segment, our hosts Terry Iverson and Rory Comiskey talk with Craig Cegielski of Eleva-Strum High School. Custom job shop that does manual and CNC machining along with welding and metal fabrication. We work with customers from engineering to final products. The entire business is run out of our high school shop by 22 students each year. Our focus is to develop our students with strong employability skills, professionalism, confidence, and communication skills, along with in-demand technical skills.    
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
CHAMPIONing the Future - Transforming Manufacturing One Student at a Time!
The Gunn Show Podcast: Unplugged
February 13, 2025
In a riveting episode of The Gunn Show Podcast: Unplugged, host Tony Gunn sat down with Terry Iverson, a luminary in the manufacturing sector and the visionary founder of CHAMPION Now!®. With a career spanning over four decades, Iverson has been a steadfast advocate for reshaping the perception of manufacturing in America. His mission is encapsulated in the acronym CHAMPION: Change How American Manufacturing’s Perceived In Our Nation. Terry Iverson’s journey began in 1980 when he joined Iverson & Company, a family-owned machine tool distributorship and rebuilder based in Illinois. Under his leadership, the company flourished, becoming a cornerstone in…
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
The Horses Mouth: Terry Iverson, Major Harding and Carolyn McClure
The Horses Mouth
February 6, 2025
Welcome to “The Horse’s Mouth” with Tom McManus. Sponsored by Hot Springs Spa, The Horse’s Mouth is a unique talk show where Tom’s guests sidle up to his bar to discuss the intersection of sports, business, and life. Today, Tom talks with Terry Iverson, Major Harding and Carolyn McClure.
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Championing the Next Generation: Terry Iverson's Vision for the Future of Manufacturing
Rapid Fire Manufacturing
January 17, 2025
In this conversation, Terry M. Iverson, known as the manufacturing mentor, discusses the critical need for the manufacturing industry to attract younger talent through better marketing and mentorship. He emphasizes the importance of integrity in leadership and the potential of gamification to engage the youth. Iverson also highlights the need for diversity in manufacturing and the role of his initiative, Champion Now, in elevating voices within the industry.
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Education
Igniting American Manufacturing with Terry Iverson of CHAMPION Now
Igniting American Manufacturing
January 13, 2025
Welcome to Igniting American Manufacturing, where brilliant minds from all around the country sit down to discuss the happenings of America’s manufacturing industry and what can be done to keep it growing. On today’s segment, our host Rory Comiskey talks with Terry Iverson of CHAMPION Now.
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Careers, Education, Industry
Mastering Your Industry
Master the Workforce
December 22, 2024
Terry Iverson, former President of Iverson and Company, shares his incredible story.
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Careers, Education
How Can We Champion Manufacturing? with Terry Iverson (Part 2)
MakingChips
Nov 04, 2024
In this MakingChips episode, Terry discusses the transformative power of mentoring in manufacturing, especially the importance of reverse mentoring. He shares how younger, tech-savvy workers can help Baby Boomers adapt to new technologies, creating a reciprocal learning relationship. This approach combines the strengths of both generations, enhancing collaboration and knowledge transfer within organizations. Terry also introduces Camp CHAMP, a hands-on program for middle and high school students that teaches manufacturing principles through activities like CNC milling and laser engraving. High school mentors guide younger participants, who gain practical skills and complete projects to take home. Terry hopes to expand Camp…
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Careers, Education
How Can We Champion Manufacturing? with Terry Iverson (Part 1)
MakingChips
Oct 29, 2024
On this episode of MakingChips, Jason dives into a conversation with Terry Iverson about his book, “Finding America’s Greatest Champion: Building Prosperity Through Manufacturing, Mentoring and the Awesome Responsibility of Parenting.” Through initiatives like CHAMPION Now!®, Iverson strives to change public perceptions about manufacturing. He advocates for seeing the industry through a broader lens—one that recognizes manufacturing as a space for entrepreneurship, leadership, and community building. He firmly believes that “There is nothing more important than the young people of this country. The manufacturing industry relies on the next generation of skilled workers, managers, and entrepreneurs to lead this country…
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Careers, Education
Igniting American Manufacturing with Winn Hardin, Chris Budihas, and Terry Iverson
Igniting American Manufacturing
Oct 17, 2024
Welcome to Igniting American Manufacturing, where brilliant minds from all around the country sit down to discuss the happenings of America’s manufacturing industry and what can be done to keep it growing. On today’s segment, our host Rory Comiskey talks with Winn Hardin, Chris Budihas, and Terry Iverson.
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Careers, Education
Terry M. Iverson Speaking About “Inspiring Champions In Advanced Manufacturing”
The Author Show
Oct 10, 2024
This book is to get BOTH parents and students to open up to alternative educational paths to careers in manufacturing. Since it is a DUAL FRONT COVER book, the manuscripts are 180 degrees to one another. In the middle are questions for each reading group to ask the other engaging in active discussion on this subject matter. The artwork on both covers are the inverse of one another. Parent Edition features a black background, while the Student Edition features a white background. This book is designed to have both young people and parents have dialog early in their lives on…
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Careers, Education
Busting Myths About Manufacturing Careers - Episode 60
The Optimistic Outlook
Sep 30, 2024
More than 500,000 American manufacturing jobs remain unfilled. Are negative perceptions and myths about manufacturing holding young people and career seekers back from pursuing these high-paying jobs now attainable to people of all backgrounds? Terry Iverson, former owner of Iverson & Company and founder of CHAMPION Now!, an organization dedicated to improving the image of manufacturing among students, parents, and educators, joins Barbara to discuss: The roots of the worker shortage problem Common myths and misconceptions Inspiring career success stories Why newcomers are advancing quickly The case for ANYONE interested in manufacturing applying for open roles
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Careers, Education
Transforming Manufacturing Education with Terry Iverson
Manufacturing Unscripted
Sep 23, 2024
In this episode of Manufacturing Unscripted, we chat with Terry Iverson, the Founder of Champion Now, about his journey to transform manufacturing education. Terry shares the inspiration behind his books and how they aim to bridge the gap in the industry’s educational landscape. We also explore his ongoing efforts to revolutionize the industry and empower the next generation of manufacturing professionals. Don’t miss this insightful conversation with a true advocate for change in manufacturing.
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Careers, Education
IMTS + Creator's Lounge: Take 5 with Terry Iverson at IMTS 2024
IMTS
Sep 09, 2024
Amy Seymour of IMTS + Creator’s Lounge interviews Terry Iverson of CHAMPION Now!® at IMTS 2024. IMTS 2024 ran Sept. 9-14 in Chicago. It featured 1,737 exhibitors, a record of more than 40 million pounds of machinery, 1,226,523 square feet of show space, and 89,020 registrants, including 14,713 at the Smartforce Student Summit.
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Careers, Innovation, News
Today's Machining World: CNC Machining Camp with Terry Iverson - Episode 225
Swarfcast
Aug 28, 2024
Noah Graff, used machine tool dealer and editor of Today’s Machining World, interviews machining company owners, equipment gurus, and experts with insight to help and entertain people working in the machining field. We discuss topics such as how to find quality employees, customer acquisition, negotiation, and the best CNC equipment options for specific jobs.
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Careers, Innovation, News
Igniting American Manufacturing with Terry Iverson of CHAMPION Now!
Igniting American Manufacturing
Aug 13, 2024
Welcome to “Igniting American Manufacturing,” the show where brilliant minds from all around the country sit down to discuss the happenings of America’s manufacturing industry and what can be done to keep it growing. On today’s segment, host Rory Comiskey talks with Terry Iverson of CHAMPION Now!®
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Careers, Education
My Favorite Mistake (Update): Inspiring Champions in Advanced Manufacturing (Bonus Episode)
Jul 18, 2024
Welcome to a special bonus episode of “My Favorite Mistake” with your host, Mark Graban! In this episode, we’re thrilled to reconnect with Terry Iverson, who has just released his second book, “Inspiring Champions in Advanced Manufacturing.” Terry joined us previously in Episode 74, and today he’s back to share insights from his new book and his ongoing efforts to inspire the next generation in manufacturing. We delve into the details of his innovative two-sided book and his exciting initiatives for middle schoolers. Tune in to hear about: Terry’s new book, “Inspiring Champions in Advanced Manufacturing,” and its unique two-sided…
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Careers, Industry, Innovation
Manufacturing Matters: Terry Iverson, founder, Champion NOW - Episode 62
Manufacturing Matters
Jul 17, 2024
The manufacturing industry has had an image problem for a while. We’re all familiar with the three Ds of manufacturing — dull, dirty, dangerous — and we know that this perception has steered many potentially skilled employees toward college-based careers. The problem is, the three Ds haven’t defined manufacturing for many years. So how do we change this perception to build a pipeline of talent? Terry Iverson, founder of Champion NOW and author of Inspiring Champions in Advanced Manufacturing and Finding America’s Greatest Champion, joins TECH B2B Marketing’s Winn Hardin and Amanda Del Buono to explain how he’s taken on…
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Basics of Manufacturing, Inclusivity, Podcasts
Manufacturing Culture: Crafting Champions - Terry Iverson's Vision for the Next Generation in Manufacturing
Manufacturing Culture
Nov 16, 2023
In this captivating episode of the Manufacturing Culture Podcast, host Jim Mayer sits down with the esteemed Terry Iverson, the visionary former President and CEO of Iverson and Company. Terry delves into his remarkable journey through the manufacturing landscape, shedding light on the transformative culture of Iverson and Company and the pivotal role of values in hiring practices. Terry opens up about his strategic decision to sell the company and passionately discusses his involvement with CHAMPION Now!, an initiative dedicated to reshaping the narrative around manufacturing careers. He also gives us an insider’s view of his influential books that challenge…
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Careers, Innovation, Podcasts
The Manufacturing Executive: Change How American Manufacturing’s Perceived In Our Nation
Manufacturing Executive
Sep 26, 2023
Change. How. American. Manufacturing’s. Perceived. In. Our. Nation. Put the first letters of those eight words together and you have the word “CHAMPION”. Terry Iverson is the founder of the nonprofit organization CHAMPION Now. And he’s on a mission to change the image of manufacturing from the stereotypical “dark and dirty” industry to one filled with advanced technology and innovation, and promising careers for the next generation. In this episode, he’s here to tell you why this mission is so important, what he’s doing to fulfill this mission, and hopefully, to inspire you to take action as well.
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Careers, Education, Innovation, Podcasts
Manufacturing Happy Hour: Inspiring Champions in Advanced Manufacturing - Episode 153
Manufacturing Happy Hour
Sep 12, 2023
This week’s Manufacturing Happy Hour guest, Terry Iverson, President & CEO of Iverson & Company, is the author of two fantastic books on the subject. His latest one, Inspiring Champions in Advanced Manufacturing, aims to encourage both students and their parents to give manufacturing a shot.  We had a great in-person conversation at The Vanguard in Milwaukee to talk about his mission to elevate manufacturing as a career path and to encourage more people into the industry. Terry explains why he thinks manufacturing leaders could be doing more to reach out to young people and bridge the awareness gap.   While the U.S. manufacturing…
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Careers, Education, Podcasts
TechEd Podcast: Is a College Degree Worth It? Episode 129
TechEd Podcast
Sep 12, 2023
Let’s face it: college isn’t for everyone. Especially with the amount of student debt being carried by individuals long into their career; oftentimes, for degrees that don’t even get used. We need to inform and inspire students towards careers they’re passionate about and wired for, and help them find the right education option that will get them to that goal. Parents, educators, mentors in the workforce – we all have a role in making sure the next generation workforce has the right set of skills for their profession, especially in manufacturing. In this episode, we bring on Terry Iverson –…
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Careers, Education, Podcasts
Manufacturing Talks: Terry Iverson Has a CALL TO ACTION - Episode 58
Manufacturing Talks
Aug 28, 2023
Terry Iverson joins us for Episode 58. He was the third generation leader at his family’s machine tool business, Iverson & Company, for most of his career. Then he took a challenge to connect with young people and help sell manufacturing as a great career path, and he was off to the races! He founded CHAMPION Now, an advocacy to reach out to America’s youth. Its focus? Terry went on to write not just one, but TWO books about his efforts: Finding America’s Greatest Champion and Inspiring Champions in Advanced Manufacturing. Tune in and hear Terry tell all about what…
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Careers, Education, Podcasts
The Manufacturing Report: How Do We Bring More Young People Onto the Factory Floor? Episode 203
The Manufacturing Report
Aug 1, 2023
Terry Iverson, the president and CEO of Illinois machine tool distributorship and rebuilder Iverson & Company, has been deeply entrenched in the manufacturing world since birth and has made it his personal mission to ensure that America’s next generation seizes career opportunities in the industry. In this episode, he discusses the two books he recently authored, “Inspired Champions in Advanced Manufacturing” and “Finding America’s Greatest Champion” to guide parents and students as they consider manufacturing career pathways.
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Careers, Education, Podcasts
Jim Carr - My True Position: Nurturing Future Champions in Manufacturing
My True Position
Jul 17, 2023
Does the thought of six figure debt for an education stress you out? Are you looking for a career that can offer fast advancement based on performance? How about working for an industry that pays for your education? Well in this episode of MTP I interview industry veteran Terry Iverson and we’re both going to let you in on our little secret.
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Careers, Education, Podcasts
Mighty Parenting with Sandy Fowler: Should Your Teenager Explore A Career In Manufacturing? Episode 137
Mighty Parenting
Jul 11, 2021
There are many stressors in parents’ lives, and raising teenagers is a common one. Sandy Fowler brings help as she interviews experts, shares stories and gets real digging into relevant topics such as stress, anxiety, bullying, social media, peer pressure, healthy coping strategies, learning disabilities, communication, parenting strategies, and so much more.
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Basics of Manufacturing, Podcasts
Playtime with Bill Turck and Kerri Kendall: The Intersection of Art and Manufacturing Pt. 1
WCGO Radio
Jun 27, 2021
Playtime with Bill Turck & Kerri Kendall (Sundays from 1pm-3pm CST) takes an irreverent look at the arts and how the arts can change the world. Find out why this award-winning show has grown a national and international audience. From music, photography, the visual arts, poetry, film, theater, dance, comedy and writing, “Playtime” brings you celebrity guests and aspiring-to-be-celebrity new artists and writers, helpful how-to’s, and more from around the world.
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Careers, Education, Podcasts
GenWhy Leaders Podcast: Finding America's Greatest Champion - Episode 64
GenWhy Leaders
Mar 11, 2021
Terry Iverson is the President and CEO of Iverson and Company, a sales and service organization that offers engineered manufacturing process solutions. He is also the Founder of Champion Now, and the author of “Finding America’s Greatest Champion,” which both focus on raising awareness of changing the perception of the manufacturing industry and skilled labor jobs in the United States.
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Careers, Education, Podcasts
Careers by Jenn: Success Without College with Terry Iverson - Episode 285
Careers by Jenn
Jan 21, 2021
College and university are wonderful options for some, and others find amazingly successful and satisfying careers in work that doesn’t involve degrees. Today my guest and author Terry Iverson shares his thoughts on work in the trades, in manufacturing and in how to decide for yourself what work you would like to do, in our conversation.
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Innovation, News, Podcasts
Preparing Technicians for the Future of Work: It’s More than Just Pressing “Cycle Start” - Episode 20
Preparing Technicians for the Future of Work
Jan , 2021
Having been part of a company that distributes, rebuilds and services machine tools for nearly 40 years, Terry Iverson has seen many changes in CNC systems and in manufacturing overall. In this episode, he shares his perspectives on the factors driving CNC manufacturing today—global competitiveness, reshoring, and the need for younger employees; explains the unique characteristics of the four types of control systems; and describes the impact of emerging technologies. Where is industry going next with additive manufacturing and cobots? And what impact will this have on the education of entry-level technicians?
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Basics of Manufacturing, Careers, Podcasts
OTEL TALK with Eileen Bild -THE IMPORTANCE OF MANUFACTURING
OTEL Talk
Oct 22, 2020
Terry Iverson is a Champion of U.S. Manufacturing, President and CEO of Iverson & Company and he carries on his family’s legacy with the hopes to change the viewpoint of the importance of Manufacturing heading into 2021 and beyond. Terry’s true passion is to educate and inform on why Manufacturing is so important, why someone would want to work in this field, and how to mentor the next generation of Manufacturing workers.
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Careers, Podcasts
The Job Shop Show with Jay Jacobs: TERRY IVERSON of CHAMPION Now - Episode 39
The Job Shop Show
Aug 28, 2020
Jay interviews a true Champion of U.S. Manufacturing; Terry Iverson. While Terry’s day job is running Iverson & Co a seller of new and used machine tools; Terry’s true passion is to educate our country on the importance of Manufacturing in the USA. Terry founded ChampionNow with the goal of moving manufacturing forward, erasing old stigmas, and educating and mentoring the younger generations on the exciting opportunities that exist within Manufacturing. Terry is also author of “Finding America’s Greatest Champion” – a resource for students, parents, educators and industry leaders to understand what is possible for our young people in…
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Careers, Education, Podcasts
Education Transformation: Champion Now
Education Transformation
Aug 16, 2020
This week Terry Iverson joins the conversation, successful businessman, founder of the American ‘Champion Now Organisation’ and author of the book “Finding America’s Greatest Champion”. The discussion focusses upon vocational education and American manufacturing sector.
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Leadership, Podcasts, Values
Mindfulness Manufacturing: The Human Interface with Terry Iverson - Episode 18
Mindfulness Manufacturing
Jul 29, 2020
Mindfulness Manufacturing is pleased to have Terry Iverson as a guest on our podcast today. Terry is a 3rd generation President and CEO of a family built CNC distribution business. He is also the founder of an Organization called “Champion Now and its sole purpose is to change people’s perception of manufacturing for the better. Listen as Terry shares his passion and years of experience on Mindfulness Manufacturing.
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Careers, Education, Inclusivity, Podcasts, Values
Born 2 Win Podcast: Special Guest Terry Iverson - Episode #8
Born 2 Win
Jun 10, 2020
The Born 2 Win podcast highlights individuals excelling at high levels in their purpose and calling. This podcast is for anyone looking to get ahead in life and willing to take ACTION and reach their full potential. Using our C.H.A.M.P.S. Mentoring Model of the 3E’s Education, Empowerment, and Exposure. Our special guest Terry M. Iverson is a third generation President & CEO of Iverson & Company, an 86 year-old CNC machine tool distributorship located in Des Plaines, IL.
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Careers, Podcasts
Job Search TV with Jeff Altman: Careers in an Industry That is Mistakenly Ignored
Job Search TV
Jun 8, 2020
Not everyone should be doing software development work, accounting or other forms of office work. Here’s another option. This is a particularly good show for parents and grandparents. Terry Iverson’s Book, Finding America’s Next Great Champion is available at 30% off at https://championnow.org/product/podcast/ If you would still rather order through Amazon, please use this link https://amzn.to/37aPsq0
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Careers, Education, Empowerment, Inclusivity, Podcasts
Education Talk Radio: ENCOURAGING STUDENTS TO A CAREER IN AMERICAN MANUFACTURING
Education Talk Radio
May 04, 2020
ENCOURAGING STUDENTS TO A CAREER IN AMERICAN MANUFACTURING…Manufacturing , Logistics and Factory work offers great STEM and income opportunities for your students and sometimes we tend to overlook this as we educate students to enter to the workforce career ready. Meet author and expert on the subject Terry Iverson and his educator guests on this show.  
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Careers, Education, Podcasts
Talking to Teens Podcast: The Future of Jobs - Episode 83
Talking to Teens
May 03, 2020
All parents want their teenagers to be happy and successful in their personal and professional lives, but now more than ever, there’s a lot at stake. The future of our political landscape seems to be changing every day, and there’s no telling what long-term impact COVID-19 will have on the world our teenagers are going to inherit. With an uncertain job market, a surplus of college-educated jobseekers, and rising student debt, it isn’t clear for many parents what path their teen should follow.
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Careers, Education, Podcasts, Values
New Books Network: Building Prosperity Through Manufacturing, Mentoring and the Awesome Responsibility of Parenting
New Books Network
Apr 28, 2020
In this episode, I speak with Terry Iverson about his book, Finding America’s Greatest Champion: Building Prosperity Through Manufacturing, Mentoring and the Awesome Responsibility of Parenting (Fig Factor Media, 2018). This book highlights the importance of manufacturing in our economy as well as the ways parents, mentors, and teachers can work together to foster the character traits and critical thinking skills required in the twentieth-century workforce. We discuss how American manufacturing compares with manufacturing in Europe and the roles of various stakeholders in developing workers who add value to any organization. His recommended books included the following: Dream Differently: Candid Advice for America’s Students by…
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Basics of Manufacturing, Podcasts
Puntnam Media Podcast: Changing the perception of the manufacturing industry | Manufacturing Tomorrow’s Workforce
Manufacturing Tomorrow's Workforce
Mar 25, 2020
Amanda Del Buono is joined by Terry Iverson, founder of ChampionNow!, a nonprofit organization with the goal of changing the image of manufacturing in the eyes of the next generation of workers. They discuss attracting the next generation of workers and changing their perception of manufacturing as well as in their parent’s eyes.
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Careers, Podcasts
Blueprint Your Career Podcast: “Championing For The Manufacturing Community”
Blueprint Your Career Podcast
Feb 7, 2020
Today I am speaking with the owner of Iverson & Company, starting his 40th year with an 89-year-old third-generation Des Plaines machine tool distributorship & re-builder. He’s author of “Finding America’s Greatest Champion: Building Prosperity through Manufacturing, Mentoring and the Awesome Responsibility of Parenting.” and my career conversation guest Terry M. Iverson
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Innovation, Podcasts
Listening Chair Podcast: A Machinist with an Assist
The Listening Chair
Jan 19, 2020
“America’s manufacturing economy, if it was measured by itself when compared to other country’s entire economies, our manufacturing economy alone would rank #8 in the world. Manufacturing is way more significant than we realize and our culture needs to make a shift to realize this.”
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