People Solve Problems Podcast

Bridging Generations: Laurie Harbour of Wipfli on Manufacturing’s Future

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 07-10-25

    Laurie Harbour, Partner at Wipfli LLP, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to discuss leadership’s critical role in integrating the next generation of manufacturing talent. Laurie, author of Tradition Meets Transformation, brings over 35 years of manufacturing experience helping companies improve efficiency and profitability. Laurie

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Kevin Tarrant: Solving Human Capital Problems in a Constantly Changing World

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 06-26-25

Kevin Tarrant, Ex-CHRO of WABCO and current President of HR Co-Pilot Consulting, brings 40 years of human capital experience to Jamie Flinchbaugh’s People Solve Problems podcast. With a background spanning manufacturing, high tech, software development, and service industries across global organizations, Kevin shares insights from his extensive career, including his

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Ryan McCormack: Director of Operational Readiness at Wawanesa Mutual on Problem Solving

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 06-12-25

Ryan McCormack, Director of Operational Readiness and Optimization at The Wawanesa Mutual Company, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to discuss his approach to problem-solving in organizations. Ryan has spent over two decades seeking to understand and apply principles that enrich the working lives of people in

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Leading from Within: Krista Smith on Leadership at Sandia National Labs

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 05-29-25

  Krista Smith, Director, Project Management Center of Excellence at Sandia National Laboratories, joins Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share insights on leadership development and organizational management. As an executive at the nation’s largest national security engineering laboratory, Krista leads Sandia’s project management capability while drawing

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Reducing Frustration Through Process Improvement with Jennifer Peterson of Muscatine Power & Water

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 05-15-25

Jennifer Peterson, Manager of Continuous Improvement at Muscatine Power and Water (MPW) in Muscatine, Iowa, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share insights about her approach to problem solving. Jennifer’s mission at MPW is to reduce frustration for coworkers through process improvement and problem solving. Working

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AI-Powered Personalization with David Edelman of Edelman Advisory

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 05-01-25

David Edelman, Executive Advisor and Senior Fellow at Harvard Business School, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to discuss personalization and customer strategy in the age of AI. As the founder of Edelman Advisory Services, David brings over 30 years of experience as a thought leader in

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Chuck Wisner of Wisner Consulting: The Art of Conscious Conversations

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 04-17-25

Chuck Wisner, President of Wisner Consulting, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share his insights on improving human dynamics in conversations. With 25 years of experience advising Fortune 200 companies, Chuck has developed a unique approach to understanding and enhancing how people interact. Chuck introduced the

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Building a Problem-Solving Culture with Brian DeVries of Lean Fox Solutions

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 04-03-25

Brian DeVries, Senior Advisor at Lean Fox Solutions, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share his insights on problem-solving methodologies and leadership. Brian recently authored a children’s book, “The Big Thinking of a Small Knight,” which teaches leadership and continuous improvement principles through storytelling.   Brian

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Applying Brain Science to Leadership Development: Liz Guthridge of Connect Consulting Group

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 03-20-25

Liz Guthridge, Managing Director of Connect Consulting Group, joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on the People Solve Problems podcast to share her expertise on leadership development and organizational change. As a leadership coach who combines neuroscience and vertical stage development, Liz works with both individuals and organizations to foster growth and cultural

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Melia Tourangeau, President & CEO of Pittsburgh Symphony: Leading Through Crisis

by Jamie Flinchbaugh on 03-06-25

Melia Tourangeau joined Jamie Flinchbaugh on People Solve Problems to share her experience as President & CEO of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, where she made history as both the first woman and youngest CEO in the organization’s 129-year legacy.   In the conversation, Melia revealed one of her most significant

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