In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, powered by Veryable, host Matt Horine welcomes Caleb Wiley, VP of Corporate Development at Veryable, to discuss the transformative Veryable Vendor Network (VVN). They explore the historical foundation of trust in American manufacturing and highlight the need for speed and responsiveness in today's industry, especially within the reshoring movement. Caleb elaborates on how VVN serves as a dynamic, verified marketplace that bridges the visibility and trust gap between manufacturers and suppliers. They also discuss the impact of VVN on small and mid-sized shops, the role of technology in streamlining the supply chain, and its significance in shaping the future of American manufacturing.

Timestamps

• 00:00 Introduction to U.S. Manufacturing Today

• 00:15 The Foundation of American Manufacturing
• 00:47 Introducing the Veryable Vendor Network (VVN)
• 01:21 Interview with Caleb Wiley: Challenges in Manufacturing
• 01:49 The Gap in Manufacturer-Supplier Connections
• 03:58 How VVN Transforms Supplier Directories
• 05:39 Verification and Trust in the VVN
• 11:24 VVN's Impact on Small and Mid-Sized Shops
• 14:07 The Future of Supply Chains and Marketplaces
• 18:23 Conclusion and How to Get Involved with VVN

Links

• Source Smarter, Move Faster: How the Veryable Vendor Network Shrinks Sourcing Cycles to Just Hours
• The Veryable Vendor Network
• Caleb on LinkedIn
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