Below are our thoughts and observations on what it takes to compete in the connecting world. Contributors include our most senior leaders and special guests who are recognized as industry luminaries. If you like what you read, please contact us at info@cgsadvisors.com to speak to a member of our team or subscribe at the bottom of this page to receive the latest information from CGS Advisors.
Blurring the Boundaries of Manufacturing (wsg Jerry Foster) – EP 74
During this episode, You, Me and Your Top Three host, Gregg Garrett, speaks about how creating connected products may blur the boundaries of manufacturing and aftermarket service. He then speaks with Jerry Foster, CTO at Plex Systems. Jerry, an expert in Industry 4.0, shares how he bravely launched an information technology company from the gritty […]
That Sounds Easy (wsg Paul Chambers) – EP 73
During this episode, You, Me and Your Top Three host, Gregg Garrett, speaks with Paul Chambers, a multi-time founder who has launched the Subscription Trade Association, about the rising growth in the subscription economy and accompanying business models. He discusses how the Subscription Trade Association has brought together subscription based business leaders from across many […]
Hand and Hand (wsg Chanel Hampton) – EP 72
During this episode, You, Me and Your Top Three host, Gregg Garrett, speaks first about the unique nature of building connections during the COVID-19 quarantine. He then interviews middle-school teacher turned CEO Chanel Hampton, founder and president of Strategic Community Partners, who has a fantastic message about following your passion. She shares her Top Three […]
Making a Conscious Effort to Be Positive (wsg Jack Lintol) – EP 71
During this episode, You, Me and Your Top Three host, Gregg Garrett, speaks about finding your drive. He speaks with Jack Lintol, a multi-time CEO who is currently with Detroit Trading Company. Jack shares the importance of how leadership differs during disruption and the importance of surrounding yourself with people who can be part of […]
Learning Resiliency (wsg Samantha Snabes) – EP 70
During this episode, You, Me and Your Top Three host, Gregg Garrett, speaks with Samantha Snabes, co-founder and catalyst at re:3D about resiliency through disruption. She shares firsthand experience of driving resiliency through major disruptions like COVID-19 as well as several natural disasters. She also discusses how she motivates her team to shape the future […]
So You Want to Buy Innovation?
Time and time again, companies tell the public and their employees that they want to be innovative. Innovation leaders try to augment the innovation capability in their established organization by building it internally, acquisition, and more. But can you actually buy innovation?
Just Open Your Mouth (wsg Kevin Withane) – EP 69
During this episode, You, Me and Your Top Three host, Gregg Garrett, speaks with Kevin Withane, senior legal and ethics director at TI Fluid Systems. As a global citizen, he discusses some of the difficult realities of ethics, diversity, and the current social unrest tied to race. Kevin also shares his Top Three that includes […]
Telling the Right Story (wsg Jennifer Charters) – EP 68
During this episode, You Me and Your Top Three host, Gregg Garrett, speaks with Jennifer Charters, executive vice president and CIO at Flagstar Bank. She discusses how leaders can use the power of storytelling to drive clarity of purpose and consistency of transformation. Jennifer also shares how she has honed this superpower as a chief-of-staff […]
Being the Stage Manager (wsg Roy Sexton) – EP 67
During this episode, You Me and Your Top Three host, Gregg Garrett, speaks with Roy Sexton, director of marketing at Clark Hill. He discusses the changing landscape of the legal industry and provides hints on how to deploy effective digital marketing efforts as well as how to breakdown barriers through social media. Additionally, he shares […]
If Supply Chains Could Speak
The current global crisis is causing people to rethink their supply chains, operations, and organizational adaptability. Industry 4.0 and specifically Connected Manufacturing will now be more important than ever as companies wrestle with these issues. This is the second in a series of discussions between CGS Fellows, Angie Tuglus and Pat Hillberg on these topics.