The Power of CEO Peer Groups with Matt Allmand
In this episode of the Voice of Influence podcast, host Andrea welcomes Matt Allmand, Principal Chair at C12 Business Forums in Lincoln, Nebraska. Matt shares insights from his extensive career in manufacturing, including leading significant growth projects at the University of Nebraska and his family’s manufacturing business, Allmand Brothers, Inc. He discusses the importance of strategic planning, lean manufacturing, and the impact of peer groups on leadership development.
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C12 Business Forums, Lincoln Nebraska
00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction
01:30 Matt’s Early Career and Family Business
03:18 Manufacturing Insights and Challenges
09:53 Turning Around a Business
14:48 Selling the Family Business
18:12 Post-Sale Career and Nonprofit Work
22:29 University of Nebraska and Manufacturing Growth
25:21 Current Manufacturing Challenges
26:19 Common Pressures in Manufacturing
27:06 Addressing Workforce and Supply Chain Challenges
29:56 Implementing Changes in Manufacturing
33:12 Future Trends in Manufacturing
35:31 The Importance of Profitability
39:47 The Role of Peer Groups
45:39 Rapid Fire Questions
48:23 Final Thoughts and Connecting with Matt