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Workforce 4.0

Workforce 4.0

Ann K. Wyatt

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Workforce 4.0 is an industry centric podcast featuring Manufacturing Executives from all industries coming together to emphasize how companies are partnering with technology to give people more meaningful work. As a passion project created by Ann Wyatt, Workforce 4.0 highlights crucial topics such as closing the talent gap, success stories of real people engaged with the latest manufacturing technology and how the manufacturing workforce can transition into these exciting new roles.

Meet Your Host:

Ann's passion is helping innovative and progressive industrial Small-Medium Enterprises and Solutions Providers in accessing top leading technical talent within an increasingly decentralized market. Achieving this goal relies on blending emerging digital capabilities with a highly personable customer user experience, resulting in bridging the talent gap and building stronger company cultures and communities. In her personal time, she advocates for:

  • Creative Workforce Development Initiatives
  • Technical and Interpersonal Skillsets Facing the Future of Work
  • Continuous Improvement of Company Culture
  • Advancement of All Things Industry 4.0

Learn More About Host Ann Wyatt

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Creating Sustainability For The Future Of Work (with Agustin Lopez Diaz, Schneider Electric)

Creating Sustainability For The Future Of Work (with Agustin Lopez Diaz, Schneider Electric)

Dec 10, 2025·—

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In this special bonus episode of Workforce 4.0, Ann Wyatt interviews Agustin Lopez Diaz, a Senior leader at Schneider Electric, discussing the future of work, the role of AI in supply chain management, and the...

Skills That Really Matter: Aptitude And Attitude (with Patrick Tobin, President of Han-Tek)

Skills That Really Matter: Aptitude And Attitude (with Patrick Tobin, President of Han-Tek)

Nov 19, 2025·—

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In this week's season 10 finale, Ann Wyatt sits down with, Patrick Tobin, President of Han-Tek, for a conversation that shares insights about his journey in the automation industry, the importance of company culture...

The Missing Link Between Talent And Skills (with Lisa Masciantonio, ARM Institute)

The Missing Link Between Talent And Skills (with Lisa Masciantonio, ARM Institute)

Nov 12, 2025·—

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In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt speaks with Lisa Masciantonio, Chief Workforce Officer at the ARM Institute about the critical role of workforce development in the robotics and manufacturing sectors...

Putting People First: Tips For Navigating Acquisitions (with Hendrik Stoltz, President of AIR)

Putting People First: Tips For Navigating Acquisitions (with Hendrik Stoltz, President of AIR)

Nov 5, 2025·—

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In this episode of Workforce 4.0, Ann Wyatt interviews Hendrik Stoltz, CEO of Automated Industrial Robotics (or AIR). They discuss Hendrik's journey from South Africa to the USA, his experiences in the robotics...

Understanding Is Influence (with Kevin Bowers, AMT)

Understanding Is Influence (with Kevin Bowers, AMT)

Oct 29, 2025·—

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In this episode, Ann Wyatt and Kevin Bowers discuss the current challenges facing the manufacturing industry, particularly the impact of tariffs and other economic factors during the fourth quarter of 2025. They explore...

The Link Between Detergent and Data (with Jaimie Horstman, P&G)

The Link Between Detergent and Data (with Jaimie Horstman, P&G)

Oct 22, 2025·—

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Have you ever walked into a store and wondered "how is this store out of of the product that I need?" In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt speaks with Jaimie Horstman, Director of Demand and Forecasting at...

The Real Deal Behind Workforce Development (with Frank Gibson, North Central Ohio Region Industry Manufacturing Workforce Alliance)

The Real Deal Behind Workforce Development (with Frank Gibson, North Central Ohio Region Industry Manufacturing Workforce Alliance)

Oct 15, 2025·—

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In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt speaks with Frank Gibson from the North Central Ohio Region Manufacturing Workforce Alliance about the intricacies of workforce development. They discuss the importance...

Robots For All (with Christelle Keefer, ABB)

Robots For All (with Christelle Keefer, ABB)

Oct 8, 2025·—

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In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt speaks with Christelle Keefer from ABB about the critical role of education in preparing the next generation for careers in robotics and automation. They discuss the...

Horn USA Isn't A Place To Work- It's A Place To Lead And Grow (with Jeremiah Llewellyn, Horn USA)

Horn USA Isn't A Place To Work- It's A Place To Lead And Grow (with Jeremiah Llewellyn, Horn USA)

Oct 1, 2025·—

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In this conversation, Ann Wyatt and Jeremiah Llewellyn discuss the multifaceted aspects of working at Horn USA, focusing on marketing, technology, and the importance of people in the business. They explore how...

Lessons Learned From Horn USA (with Phoenix Wyatt)

Lessons Learned From Horn USA (with Phoenix Wyatt)

Sep 3, 2025·—

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Do you ever wish you could go back in time and be 8 years old again? Or even relive your first plant tour? In this engaging episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt interviews her son Phoenix, who shares his experiences...

The Power Of Teaching: Manufacturing's Next Chapter (with John Piller, Founder of JPiller Design and Consulting)

The Power Of Teaching: Manufacturing's Next Chapter (with John Piller, Founder of JPiller Design and Consulting)

Aug 27, 2025·—

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In this episode, Ann Wyatt interviews John Piller, a seasoned expert in automation and controls, who shares his journey from working in a corporate environment to starting his own consulting business. The conversation...

Respect At Work: The Missing Link Between Culture And People (with Scott Gavin, CEO of Macresco Consulting)

Respect At Work: The Missing Link Between Culture And People (with Scott Gavin, CEO of Macresco Consulting)

Aug 20, 2025·—

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In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt speaks with Scott Gauvin, an operations and strategy consultant with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing. They discuss the importance of respect for people in...

Talent With A Mission: Inside Isla Search (with Clay Martin, Founder of Isla Search)

Talent With A Mission: Inside Isla Search (with Clay Martin, Founder of Isla Search)

Aug 13, 2025·—

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In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt speaks with Clay Martin, founder of Isla Talent, a recruiting company focused on connecting job seekers from Puerto Rico with manufacturing companies in need of labor...

Tales of Customer Success From Horn USA (with Brian Winterlin, Eric Carbone and Todd DeMeyer)

Tales of Customer Success From Horn USA (with Brian Winterlin, Eric Carbone and Todd DeMeyer)

Aug 6, 2025·—

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This conversation delves into the innovative manufacturing processes at Horn, highlighting the importance of collaboration, customer relationships, and adaptability in the tooling industry. The speakers share their...

Work Based Learning Wins: ACTE Partnerships Matter (with Carrie Giles, ACTE President)

Work Based Learning Wins: ACTE Partnerships Matter (with Carrie Giles, ACTE President)

Jul 30, 2025·—

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In this episode of the Workforce 4.0 podcast, host Ann Wyatt interviews Carrie Giles, National President of ACTE, about the critical work in pipeline talent development. They discuss the importance of bridging the...

MEPs, Labor Data & Next-Gen Manufacturing Talent (with Molly Lenty, COO of Vessel)

MEPs, Labor Data & Next-Gen Manufacturing Talent (with Molly Lenty, COO of Vessel)

Jul 23, 2025·—

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How do we leverage MEPs and Labor Data in helping us at accelerating the up-skilling of our manufacturing workforce? In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt speaks with Molly Lenty, COO of Vessel, about the...

Education On Demand: A3's Role In Workforce Development

Education On Demand: A3's Role In Workforce Development

Jul 16, 2025·—

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In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt speaks with Josh Ebert, Curriculum Development Manager at A3 Association for Advancing Automation. Ann and Josh go in depth about the evolving landscape of educational...

Power In The Process: Horn USA's Journey To Industry 4.0 (with Michael Maxwell, Horn USA)

Power In The Process: Horn USA's Journey To Industry 4.0 (with Michael Maxwell, Horn USA)

Jul 9, 2025·—

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In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt interviews Michael Maxwell, the operations manager at Horn USA. They discuss the unique digital processes that enable Horn as a major player in customized tooling...

Automate 2025 Recap: Conversations On Workforce (with Dirac, LightGuide and Fanuc)

Automate 2025 Recap: Conversations On Workforce (with Dirac, LightGuide and Fanuc)

Jun 11, 2025·—

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Welcome to a special episode of Workforce 4.0 as your host, Ann Wyatt shares conversations from behind the scenes of the 2025 Automate Show in Detroit, MI. This conversation explores the critical themes of workforce...

The Business Behind HR (with Bryan Clardy, Assa Abloy)

The Business Behind HR (with Bryan Clardy, Assa Abloy)

Jun 4, 2025·—

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In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt sits down with longtime mentor and client, Bryan Clarity, VP of HR at Assa Abloy Entrance Systems. They discuss the importance of Human Resources in manufacturing, the...

Scaling Smart With Accessible Robotics (with Ken Macken, Workr Labs)

Scaling Smart With Accessible Robotics (with Ken Macken, Workr Labs)

May 7, 2025·—

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In this conversation, Ann Wyatt interviews Ken Macken, founder of Worker Labs, discussing the evolution of manufacturing, the challenges of workforce recruitment, and the future of jobs in the industry. Ken shares...

The Role Of AI: Empowering The Future Of Work (with Kence Anderson, Composabl)

The Role Of AI: Empowering The Future Of Work (with Kence Anderson, Composabl)

Apr 30, 2025·—

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In this conversation, Kence Anderson, Founder and CEO of Composable sits down with host, Ann Wyatt, to discusses the critical role of AI in manufacturing. From the looming retirement crisis to the critical need for...

Rewiring Workforce Development (with John Robison, Bits To Atoms)

Rewiring Workforce Development (with John Robison, Bits To Atoms)

Apr 23, 2025·—

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In this conversation, Ann Wyatt interviews John Robinson, founder of Bits To Atoms, about the challenges and opportunities in the manufacturing sector, particularly in talent acquisition and the impact of automation...

Voices From The Future Of Work (with Peyton and Aiden, #TheJrBoardOfDirectors)

Voices From The Future Of Work (with Peyton and Aiden, #TheJrBoardOfDirectors)

Apr 16, 2025·—

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In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Anne Wyatt engages with the junior board of directors, Peyton and Aiden, discussing their experiences and excitement for the upcoming Automate 2025 event. The conversation explores...

The Power of Partnerships (with Scott Silknitter, Motion Controls Robotics Inc.)

The Power of Partnerships (with Scott Silknitter, Motion Controls Robotics Inc.)

Apr 9, 2025·—

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In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt speaks with Scott Silknitter, VP of Strategy at Motion Controls Robotics, Inc. about the entrepreneurial spirit, the importance of positivity, and navigating the changing...

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