
<p>What does it take to go from a machine operator working in harsh factory conditions to becoming a VP of Operations?</p><p>In this episode, Miguel Medina shares his incredible journey through manufacturing...


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Chain Mountain - the podcast for leaders who move fast and think deep.Hosted by Hank Ackerman—Co-founder of Chain Mountain and a seasoned leader in operational transformation—the show delves into the high-stakes, high-impact world of industrial operations and technology through the voices of those leading the charge. Tune into weekly episodes featuring current and emerging operational executives who are transforming industry from the inside out.
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Signup to Generate a PitchChain Mountain - the podcast for leaders who move fast and think deep. Hosted by Hank Ackerman, Co-founder of Chain Mountain and a seasoned leader in operational transformation, the show delves into the high-stakes, high-impact world of industrial operations and technology through the voices of those leading the charge.
Chain Mountain is hosted by Hank Ackerman. The show has published 19 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "SE01 E19 The Future of Manufacturing: AI, Automation & Frontline Workers | Miguel Medina" (30 July 2026, 59 minutes), "SE01 E19 The Future of Manufacturing: AI, Automation & Frontline Workers | Miguel Medina" (30 July 2026, 59 minutes), and "SE01E18 How to Build High-Performing Operations Teams | Eric Fromal" (16 July 2026, 62 minutes).
Chain Mountain publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 58 minutes across 19 episodes.
Booking probability for Chain Mountain is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Chain Mountain requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Chain Mountain's contact route on record: public web form.
The strongest fits for Chain Mountain are Pumps, Compressors & Other Machinery and Business & Management Consulting. Chain Mountain has a business audience.
Hank Ackerman hosts Chain Mountain, a business podcast with 19 episodes published.
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<p>What does it take to go from a machine operator working in harsh factory conditions to becoming a VP of Operations?</p><p>In this episode, Miguel Medina shares his incredible journey through manufacturing...

What does it take to go from a machine operator working in harsh factory conditions to becoming a VP of Operations? In this episode, Miguel Medina shares his incredible journey through manufacturing, engineering, Lean...

<p>In this episode of the Chain Mountain Podcast, Henry sits down with Eric Fromal, manufacturing operations leader at Wedgewood, to discuss leadership, team building, supply chain transformation, continuous...

In this episode of the Chain Mountain Podcast, Henry sits down with Eric Fromal, manufacturing operations leader at Wedgewood, to discuss leadership, team building, supply chain transformation, continuous improvement...

<p>What does it take to evolve from an electrical engineer into a global operations executive leading teams across multiple countries?</p><p>In this episode, Marcos Pustilnik shares lessons from a remarkable career...

What does it take to evolve from an electrical engineer into a global operations executive leading teams across multiple countries? In this episode, Marcos Pustilnik shares lessons from a remarkable career spanning...

<p>What does it take to transition from military service to executive leadership? In this episode, Kent Mann shares powerful lessons from his journey through the U.S. Navy, leadership roles in the civilian world, and...

What does it take to transition from military service to executive leadership? In this episode, Kent Mann shares powerful lessons from his journey through the U.S. Navy, leadership roles in the civilian world, and the...

<p>In this episode, Sean Bolling joins Henry to explore the powerful connection between branding, operations, supply chain management, and business performance. Drawing on decades of leadership experience, Sean shares...

<p>🎙️ Chain Mountain Podcast | Salil Godika on AI, Automation & the Manufacturing Maturity Gap</p><p>In this episode of the Chain Mountain Podcast, Henry sits down with Salil Godika for an insightful conversation about...

Episode #13
<p>Matt Kasten, VP of Operations at Diana's, pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to run a frozen food brand — from protecting the cold chain across thousands of miles to navigating distributor margins that...

<p>Leonid Naboyshchikov went from counterterrorism operations in Southeast Asia to leading teams in the US space program. In this conversation, he breaks down how high-stakes fieldwork shaped his approach to servant...

<p>In this episode I speak with Heather Messer, The vice president of US operations at Wilbur-Ellis. Wilbur-Elis is a leading agribusiness company that provides crop protection products, seeds, and nutritional solutions...

Episode #10
<p>In this week's episode, Justine Franchina shares her journey in the male-dominated chemical industry, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, diverse experiences, and customer engagement. She discusses the critical...

Episode #9
<p>In this week's show we have a conversation with Doug Hardesty, COO ofMycoWorks. In this conversation, Doug discusses the innovative production of their cutting edge material innovation, its sustainability benefits...

Episode #8
<p>In this week's episode we speak with SAP Implementation Guru, Nick Jackson, Global Director of SAP/ERP and HB Fuller. HB Fuller is a 3.5Billion dollar adhesives manufacturer focusing on adhesives, sealants and other...

Episode #7
<p>In this Episode, I sit down with Chris Jackson, Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Watlow. Watlow is a global industrial technology company that designs and manufactures advanced thermal systems, including...

<p>In this engaging conversation, Tom Boney discusses the challenges and strategies in private equity, focusing on talent retention, improving EBITDA performance, and the importance of operational excellence. He shares...

<p>In this conversation, Jason Reid discusses the growth of the packaging industry, driven by e-commerce, sustainability, and material innovation. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to market changes and the...

<p>In today's episode, I spoke with Jason Lhota for a wide-ranging conversation about the current state and future of American manufacturing. We dive into how the industry is evolving, the role mentorship plays in...
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