Best Ellen Feldman Ornato Podcasts (2024)

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Women in Manufacturing CT with Christine Marcin, Chair WIM CT and Partner, Stifel Marcin 22:31

3d ago22:31

22:31

There are many outstanding manufacturing organization you can be part of in CT. One that's nearest and dearest to our hearts is the Women in Manufacturing Connecticut Chapter. This group provides networking and educational opportunities, both locally and nationally, to help women in the industry to connect and develop their career. On this episode,…

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Million Women Mentors with Colleen Bielitz, SCSU and Million Women Mentors 21:59

11d ago21:59

21:59

If there's one thing we've learned in our first 10 episodes, it's the incredible power of mentorship on the careers of our guests. So, we are THRILLED that the Connecticut Office of Manufacturing has sponsored a new mentorship community, through Million Women Mentors Connecticut, that aims to connect mentors and mentees across STEM fields, starting…

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Combining Heart and Business with Robin Ritz, InCord 24:55

18d ago24:55

24:55

How do you combine heart with business and still be profitable? You lead with love and respect, and it all comes back to you. Robin Ritz, Creative Visionary at InCord reminds us that people generally want to do more for people that do more for them. Call it the law of reciprocity – or just kindness begets kindness....but Robin has learned that you …

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Great people make great snacks with Jess Westerfield, Lesser Evil Snacks 20:42

25d ago20:42

20:42

Do you need a boost of positive energy – look no further than this episode! Jess Westerfield, Director of People + Culture at Lesser Evil, perfectly reflects the company's products - a boost of energy that's healthy and fun! Jess, Ellen, and Jenny talk about Lesser Evils' outstanding culture – it's no wonder they've been able to build and retain a …

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Empowering the next generation with Rani Viroja, Accuturn & AMEP 24:39

1M ago24:39

24:39

In this week's episode, Jenny and Ellen sit down with Rani Viroja, Quality Engineer at Accuturn and Co-Chair of the Advanced Manufacturing Employers Partnership (AMEP). Rani shares her journey into manufacturing, which isn't as straight-forward as you'd think, considering her parents own Accuturn! Now she wants to spread the word about manufacturin…

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Finding balance in a fast career trajectory with Brittany Isherwood, Burke Aerospace 24:10

1M ago24:10

24:10

What does it look like to skyrocket to the top of your field? Let's find out with Brittany Isherwood, President of Burke Aerospace. Brittany's journey is fast-paced, but filled with really thought-proving ideas about finding balance. We hear a lot about work-life balance, but balance can also be found within the workplace. Brittany talks about the …

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Paying it Forward with Milliechel Ramirez, Carey Manufacturing 24:08

2M ago24:08

24:08

Not only is Milliechel Ramirez a Process Engineer at Carey Manufacturing, she's also an Instructor at Capital Community College and offers talks and tours for high school students and parent information sessions for their parents. AND that's all in her free time from being a mom, too! Millie sounds like a superwoman, because she is! In this episode…

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Cultural Transformation with Hannah Belmont, Westminster Tool 21:31

2M ago21:31

21:31

Hannah Belmont took a winding path before landing at her family's manufacturing company. In fact, she didn't know she wanted to be in the industry until landing a job writing about manufacturing...and slowly but surely fell in love with it! Now in the role of Talent Development Manager, she continues the important work that Westminster Tool has put…

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Brewing manufacturing success with Cindi Bigelow, Bigelow Tea 23:54

2M ago23:54

23:54

Tea, leadership insights, giving back, speaking up, and more tea! As a third-generation leader, Cindi Bigelow, CEO of Bigelow Tea, shares her remarkable journey of growing through many roles before taking on the role of CEO of her family-owned tea company. She talks about the value of prioritizing – you can't do everything! Cindi shares her incredi…

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Say Yes First, Then Figure it Out! 21:46

2M ago21:46

21:46

Sit down with us and Farnosh Sadler from TRIUMPH. Farnosh has had an inspiring career journey. It's all about building strong relationships. Farnosh describes how she transitioned from her first job in retail and developed a meaningful career in aerospace manufacturing thanks to a business relationship she developed along the way. Her journey is a …

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Thriving with Female Manufacturing Leadership 19:00

2M ago19:00

19:00

Episode 2 of The Manufacturing Shake-Up and our first with a woman in manufacturing! We welcome the fabulous Sara Fradette, Production Planner at Bead Electronics. Sara shares her journey from studying economics to thriving in manufacturing. Find out how her role in production planning keeps her days dynamic and exciting. In this episode, Sara tell…

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A Manufacturing Career Can Change Your Life with Paul Lavoie 29:45

3M ago29:45

29:45

Welcome to the very first episode of the Manufacturing Shake-Up! We're so glad you're here! None of us would be here listening to this podcast right now if it weren't for today's podcast guest, Paul Lavoie, CT's Chief Manufacturing Officer. After realizing that some of the smartest people he knows in manufacturing are women, Paul knew he had to do …

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Welcome to the Manufacturing Shake-Up! 1:30

4M ago1:30

1:30

What are we doing and why are we here? Manufacturing needs a shake-up! A recent 2024 study forecasted that the US manufacturing industry needs up to 3.8 million jobs filled within the next decade. At the same time, women represent only 29% of the manufacturing workforce. With such a large gap now and into the future, there are massive growth opport…

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Growing A Business With Molly Thompson, Pretty Flours 40:25

4+ y ago40:25

40:25

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Stefa’s Summer Bucket List Challenge 3:58

5y ago3:58

3:58

Episode 024 – Summer Bucket List Challenge Summer is not done yet! At the time of this recording, summer is coming to a fast close. But wait, there’s still a little more summer to be savored! This special mini episode (short!) shares a fun way our team makes sure we don’t miss the most important parts of summer. And a little competition helps spice…

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Are Wholesale Giftware Shows For You? Gregg Shapiro, New England Made Shows 34:49

5y ago34:49

34:49

Episode 023 – Gregg Shapiro, New England Made Shows Are Wholesale Giftware Trade Shows For You? If you’ve ever wondered how to determine if a gift show is for you, listen in. With more than 25 years of experience, Gregg Shapiro shares his expertise in the needed mindset and preparation for success in wholesale giftware shows. A little about Gregg G…

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How To Survive The Dread of Networking with Ellen Feldman Ornato, The Bolder Company 43:14

5y ago43:14

43:14

Episode 22– Ellen Feldman Ornato, The Bolder Company How To Survive The Dread of Networking and Actually, (Maybe!?) Enjoy It! Is there anything more uncomfortable than a networking event? For most of us walking into a roomful of strangers, it strikes dread in our hearts and makes us hide in the bathroom stall or dive into the punch bowl. However, y…

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Do’s and Don’t From A Seasoned Buyer and Artist, Lisa Mossel Vietze, Archipelago 41:48

5y ago41:48

41:48

Episode 21 – Lisa Mossel Vietze, Archipelago Do’s and Don’t From A Seasoned Buyer and Artist What does a retail buyer look for? How do you handle exclusivity? How do you even get in the door?! Lisa not only has exceptional retail expertise, but also understands the mindset of an artist. She shares do’s and don’ts of approaching retailers – valuable…

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Building a Business In Knots with Matt Beaudoin, Mystic Knotwork 38:10

5+ y ago38:10

38:10

Episode 020 Why do Martha Stewart, American Craft Week, and Yankee Magazine all find Matt Beaudoin’s work irresistible? Does his success come from the love of the work or the fear of failure? Listen in to hear how Matt has taken his grandfather’s lessons to build an anchor business for his community. A little about Matt and Mystic Knotwork Matt sta…

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How Does Genetic Sequencing Get You To Glassworks? 28:17

5+ y ago28:17

28:17

Episode 019 The road to wholesale does not usually start with genetic sequencing, but Holly Kenny of Elsie Kaye Glassworks has made her own path with a torch in hand. Listen in as she shares how she continues to evolve her business to support both her creative expression and the market she serves. A little about Holly Holly Kenny has been creating …

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The Art of Wholesale Craft with Sadie Bliss, Maine Crafts Association 28:36

5+ y ago28:36

28:36

From Craft to Artists and More – A Conversation with the Maine Crafts Association Episode 018 The Maine Crafts Association works to support craft artists with marketing and educational opportunities. While craft doesn’t always successfully crossover into wholesale, Sadie Bliss, Director, knows the best practices of the most successful craft artists…

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Burning it up with Denise O’Reilly, The Burnt Shop 45:28

5+ y ago45:28

45:28

Denise O’Reilly likes to burn things. And they’re beautiful. Episode 017 As the owner of The Burnt Shop, Denise has been gone from making holiday gifts for friends to quitting her leader role at Whole Foods. How did she go from presents to profit? How does she create new products? With a lot of hard work and smart growth along the way. Learn how sh…

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From monkeys to Mad Gabs, a conversation with Gabrielle Melchionda 39:14

5+ y ago39:14

39:14

From monkeys to Mad Gabs, the kitchen to QVC—building a life with lip balm. Episode 16 From monkeys (yes!) and a failed math class to selling to retailers like Wegmans and Whole Foods Market, Gabrielle has grown up with her Mad Gabs business. How did she do it? One lip balm at a time and more. From her start selling out of the back of her car, list…

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From 18 Months To 275 Stores — It’s A Wrap with Michelle Zimora, Z Wraps 32:19

5+ y ago32:19

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From 18 months to 275 stores–It’s A Wrap Episode 15 Michelle has always taken what’s around her and made something beautiful and useful. She also has a passion for learning. In the last 18 months, she’s taken her love of textiles and learning to the next level while solving a problem of single-use plastics in an elegant, practical way. Z Wraps are …

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Thinking of Hiring A Sales Rep? Here’s What You Need to Know with Jane Hughes 38:16

5+ y ago38:16

38:16

What You Need To Know About Sales Reps - Episode 14 What do giftware and specialty food sales reps do? How do they get paid? How much? When is it a good time to get one? What should you ask your sales rep and what do you do when it’s not working out. We cover all these and more from seasoned sale rep, Jane Hughes, and learn about her 26 years in th…

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“Finding Inspiration in a Bag of Chips!” Heidi Feldman, Martha’s Vineyard Sea Salt 30:26

5+ y ago30:26

30:26

A conversation about living your life and having a business too. Where do you get your inspiration for your latest business? Sometimes it comes in a bag of chips! Heidi Feldman not only gets her inspiration from the magical island beauty of Martha’s Vineyard, but from assessing what resources are available and working to create a life that blends t…

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“Just Believe In Yourself,” Suzanne Foley, Port City Pretzels 21:36

5+ y ago21:36

21:36

It took 30 years for Suzanne’s idea to come to fruition, but today Port City Pretzels are enjoyed across the country…and boy, are we glad she’s brought her vision to the marketplace. While some her age would be slowing down, Suzanne is running full speed in growing a business. Her perseverance through hardship and a continued focus on moving forwar…

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From Whitinsville To The White House with Christine Guanipa, Little Man 25:21

5+ y ago25:21

25:21

How do your products get from Whitinsville to the White House? It’s the little things! For Christine Guanipa of Little Man, it’s not about the work, but it’s about the people. Learn how she has built her line of textile handbags and accessories as well as a family business that cares for its community members. A little about Little Man Little Man i…

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Sustaining A Business—How To Stick With It with Cyndi Prince, LooHoo 25:20

5+ y ago25:20

25:20

Episode 10 ‘Will this sink my business?’ Almost every business owner has had that disaster moment. Cyndi Prince had hers early on in her business. Listen in on how she got through a packaging disaster to grow a business that is sustainable in more ways than one. With a background in science and art, she’s navigated both the practical and creative n…

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Pricing for Profit with Peter Harriman, Maine Small Business Development Center 37:00

5+ y ago37:00

37:00

Have you ever struggled in your business trying to figure out how to grow or make a profit? Whether it’s for advice on starting a profitable business, a plan for growth or how to buy or sell your own business--the right advice can make all the difference. Peter Harriman is a Center Director of the Maine Small Business Development Center and he help…

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Firing It Up with Becky Wright, Becky Pottery – Episode 008 35:01

5+ y ago35:01

35:01

Becky Wright has been selling pottery since the mid-90s and always knew she could make pottery a career. However, in the early days fear was her constant companion. Afraid of money, fear of failure and a fear of success. Becky almost gave up on wholesale. Listen in to how she got over those challenges to create a life where she’s proud to be able t…

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Hey Coach, I need help! Scott Roberts, Summit 9 Consulting – Episode 007 27:45

5+ y ago27:45

27:45

Hey Coach! Scott Roberts is a business coach--mine specifically! Last year I hired a business coach --highly recommended! Scott's work is more of a calling than a career path and in this episode, he shares practical, actionable steps for building a profitable business. As a former CEO, Scott Roberts understands first-hand the challenges of running …

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Tips for Making It In Maine (or elsewhere!), Tammy Knight, Maine Made – Episode 006 19:53

6y ago19:53

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Tammy Knight has been surrounded by family makers from her earliest years (including her grandmother who taught her how to sew!). Her current role allows her to live vicariously through the creative members of Maine Made. She’s deeply committed to the success of her members and works tirelessly to support them through her resources. In this episode…

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Why You Need PR, Nancy Marshall, The PR Maven® – Episode 005 32:03

6y ago32:03

32:03

From her beginnings in a dream job on a Maine ski mountain to her work today leading a thriving agency, Nancy has built a career on relationships and the power of communications. PR is what she was born to do. With media relations as her superpower, she shares practical and seasoned advice for planning and promoting your story. A little about Nancy…

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How To Get Profitable With Noah Munro, Taste Profit 29:05

6y ago29:05

29:05

Noah Munro understands firsthand the challenge of growing a profitable food business through his work as co-founder of The Mill Fudge Factory. Munro drove the growth of the company from an idea into a well-run profitable food business with over 10 employees and steady annual revenue growth. Munro was also responsible for selling over $400,000 of fu…

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Michael Gaffney, Seawicks Candle Company – Episode 003 17:58

6y ago17:58

17:58

What do you do when you lose your corporate job? In this episode, Michael Gaffney of Seawicks Candle Company discusses the challenges of starting up a company while raising a family. A little about Seawicks Candle Company It's so much more than wax. It's about community, culture & quality. Michael and Cara Gaffney are a husband-wife team creating 1…

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Kate McCrea, McCrea’s Candies – Episode 002 31:07

6y ago31:07

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The candy business is not always sweet. In this episode, Kate McCrea, McCrea’s Candies and I cover the challenges of cash flow and the importance of having a strong team to support your business growth. A little About Kate and McCrea's Candies McCrea’s Candies was founded by husband-wife team Jason and Kate McCrea. Building upon backgrounds in biol…

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Maggie Bokor, Maggie Bokor Jewelry – Episode 001 40:52

6+ y ago40:52

40:52

Summary Maggie Bokor joined our show to discussed how she has built confidence in communicating who she is through her work. We also talked about the financial realities of being a maker and how to adapt through the challenge of losing sales through bad seasons or galleries closing. A little about Maggie Maggie Bokor is known for her organic, elega…