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Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Jacob Edmond
98 episodes
2 weeks ago
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Amanda Conger, Executive Director of the Cabinet Makers Association (CMA), the Association of Closet and Storage Professionals (ACSP), and the National Woods Board (NWB). With over 20 years in the woodworking and machinery world, Amanda has become one of the industry's most influential voices for small shops, education, and workforce development. From the challenges facing t...
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Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Amanda Conger, Executive Director of the Cabinet Makers Association (CMA), the Association of Closet and Storage Professionals (ACSP), and the National Woods Board (NWB). With over 20 years in the woodworking and machinery world, Amanda has become one of the industry's most influential voices for small shops, education, and workforce development. From the challenges facing t...
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Episodes (20/98)
Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Education & Associations: Amanda Conger on the Future of Millwork
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Amanda Conger, Executive Director of the Cabinet Makers Association (CMA), the Association of Closet and Storage Professionals (ACSP), and the National Woods Board (NWB). With over 20 years in the woodworking and machinery world, Amanda has become one of the industry's most influential voices for small shops, education, and workforce development. From the challenges facing t...
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2 weeks ago
30 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Inside the Digital Shop: Bruno Calatayud on Integrating CAD/CAM
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Bruno Calatayud, National Director at EFICAD, to talk about the development, evolution, and impact of SWOOD a SolidWorks-based CAD/CAM solution built specifically for the woodworking and millwork industry. Bruno shares the story of how SWOOD grew from an educational initiative in France into a global platform with clients in 50+ industry categories. From SolidWorks integration to m...
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1 month ago
22 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Curing the Bottleneck: Finishing Innovation with Ryan Randell
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond is joined by Ryan Randell, National Director at Elevated Finishing, to dive deep into one of the most overlooked, and most painful, parts of a shop’s workflow: finishing. From long cure times to inconsistent results, finishing can often feel like a mysterious “black art.” But Ryan brings clarity, process, and serious innovation to the conversation, introducing us to a game-changing solution: the ...
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1 month ago
39 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Solo Sessions with Jacob: Training and Mentorship in Millwork
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this solo episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond steps out from behind the interview desk to tackle one of the most urgent problems in the millwork and construction industry, not the shortage of talent, but the shortage of training and mentorship. Drawing from his own unconventional path, from architecture school to engineering without prior cabinet-building experience, Jacob shares what it takes to create a true talent pipeline. This epis...
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1 month ago
20 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Recruiting That Works: Fixing the Labor Pipeline with Matt Swatek
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Matt Swatek, CEO of Microcap Solutions to discuss how millwork companies can future-proof their workforce through smarter recruiting, strategic HR practices, and proactive planning. About Our Guest Matt Swatek is the CEO of Microcap Solutions, a labor solutions and recruiting firm serving the millwork industry. His background includes leading HR and recruiting efforts ...
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2 months ago
41 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Cabinet Vision Mastery: Bruce Chezem on Industry Innovation and Education
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Bruce Chezem, longtime Cabinet Vision consultant, shop owner, educator, and host of the Cabinet Vision Minute podcast. From his start in cabinetmaking as a young firefighter to running his own shop during the Great Recession and now helping hundreds of businesses optimize their software and workflows, Bruce has seen it all. Where to Learn More Company Website: https://crafts...
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2 months ago
45 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Education, Outreach & Opportunity with Adria Salvatore 
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond reconnects with returning guest Adria Salvatore, Education Director at the Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI), to explore the education initiatives that are shaping the next generation of millwork professionals. Where to Learn More Adria Salvatore's info:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adria-salvatore-4b590610/Email: adria@awinet.orgAWI:Website: www.awinet.org LinkedIn: https...
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3 months ago
40 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
From Expert to Leader: Rethinking Your Role with Skot Waldron
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with brand strategist, author, and leadership coach Skot Waldron to unpack what effective leadership really means in today’s evolving millwork and construction industry. Where to Learn More Skot's Website: http://www.skotwaldron.comSkot’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotwaldron/Book: Unlocked – A 52 Week Guide for the Intentional LeaderFind it here: Skot's Book: Unlocked, a 52...
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3 months ago
49 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Empowering Change: Curtis Garrard on Solving Root Problems with Continuous Improvement
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Curtis Garrard, Continuous Improvement Manager at Stevens Industries, to unpack what continuous improvement actually looks like in a modern millwork operation, from manufacturing to project management and beyond. Curtis explains how CI isn’t just about fixing machines or tracking parts. It’s about aligning teams, reducing waste across departments, and building a culture that questions how...
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4 months ago
41 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Tools for Success: Navigating Digital Change with Paul Koetke
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Paul Koetke, founder of Koetke Consulting and a Smartsheet Platinum Partner, to explore how growing millwork companies can scale their operations, improve visibility, and reduce manual chaos—all without jumping straight into a massive ERP system. Whether you’re using Excel to schedule projects or relying on texts and spreadsheets to run your team, this episode shows how Smartsheet can b...
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4 months ago
37 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Building Experts: Apprenticeships & Workforce Development with Kelly and Mark
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Kelly Victor-Burke, co-owner of Burke Architectural Millwork, and Mark Smith, longtime educator and now brand ambassador for Microvellum, to dive deep into a topic shaping the future of our industry: registered apprenticeships. From the challenges of finding and developing talent to creating a nationally recognized pathway for careers in woodworking and millwork, Kelly and Mark break dow...
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5 months ago
53 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Scaling Up: Kevin Fassnacht's Leap from Solo Shop to Big Leagues
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with returning guest Kevin Fassnacht, owner of Fine Point Cabinetry, to explore what it really looks like to level up from a successful one-man shop to running a growing business. Kevin shares the story of acquiring another millwork shop, taking on new overhead, new equipment, and a seasoned craftsman as part of his team, all to push his business to the next stage. This isn’t a highlight reel;...
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5 months ago
36 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Shaping the Industry: James Drury on Training Tomorrow's Craftsmen
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with James Drury, Director of Training and Development at Master Millwork, to talk about the mindset, methods, and mission behind developing new talent in the millwork industry. From humble beginnings building concierge desks during hotel off-seasons to leading Microvellum training at the national level, James shares his journey through the trades—and how it’s shaped his approach to mentoring,...
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6 months ago
45 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
If the Math Ain’t Mathing Part 2: High-Profit Habits
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In Part 2 of this Verify Infield conversation, host Jacob Edmond and guest John Van Erem, Executive VP at Adams Group, dive deeper into the real-world strategies that separate high-profit millwork companies from the rest. This episode goes beyond definitions and digs into plant vs. non-plant produced work, install pitfalls, margin per hour, and the silent killer—slippage. If your shop’s profitability feels like a mystery at the end of every year, this one...
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6 months ago
46 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
If the Math Ain't Mathing Part 1 - Revenue, Cost and Margin
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with returning guest John VanErem, Executive VP at Adams Group, to break down the financial fundamentals every millwork company should understand, but many overlook. This isn’t just another chat about spreadsheets. John brings real-world clarity to the concepts of revenue recognition, cost tracking, and contribution margin, using real data from the AWI Cost of Doing Business Survey. If you're ...
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7 months ago
57 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Simplifying the trades: Dave Doran's Seven Degree Solution
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond talks with Dave Doran, the inventor of a game-changing Z clip system and the founder of Seven Degree Solutions. After more than 25 years in high-end millwork installation, Dave saw firsthand how much time and effort was wasted shimming wall panels by hand—and decided to do something about it. What began as a sketch in Bluebeam and a prototype in his garage has now become a patented system used by leadin...
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7 months ago
23 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Crafting Success: The Family Formula Behind Rise Up Label
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify Infield, host Jacob Edmond sits down with the family team behind Rise Up Label—founder Brad Klingman and his daughters Kalli and Hannah—to explore how a simple but powerful solution is changing how cabinet and millwork shops manage labeling. With decades of experience and a heart for service, Brad shares the story of how Rise Up Label was born from a real need in the woodworking industry: finding labels that stick when they’re su...
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8 months ago
47 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Innovating together: Inside Innergy and Microvellum's Strategic Alliance
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of 'Verify in Field,' host Jacob Edmond welcomes back guest Jonah Coleman for a third installment to discuss the significant news of Innergy's acquisition of Microvellum. The episode delves into the strategic and cultural alignment between the two companies, emphasizing their shared focus on the woodworking industry and software solutions. Jonah highlights how the acquisition will enable both companies to address industry challenges more e...
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8 months ago
51 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
The Art of Millwork Drafting: Insights from Negus Negesti
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Negus Negesti, also known as the Millwork Drafter, to discuss his newly released book, 'The Freelancers Guide to Millwork Drafting.' Negus shares his extensive experience in the millwork industry, detailing his journey from a truck loader to an expert drafter with over 20 years of experience. The conversation explores the 'three pillars of drafting'—drafting the right thing, drafting the thing right, and d...
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8 months ago
27 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Building Bridges: Integration and Growth in the Millwork Industry with Chris Brooks
Text us your feedback on the podcast! Welcome to another episode of Verify in Field, the Millwork podcast. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Chris Brooks, the Division President at Wood Systems. Chris has had an intriguing journey from starting in the food and beverage industry to becoming a leader in the millwork sector. With experience spanning operations and project management, Chris has been instrumental in integrating two facilities at Wood Systems, bringing toget...
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9 months ago
41 minutes

Verify In Field: The Millwork Podcast
Text us your feedback on the podcast! In this episode of Verify In Field, host Jacob Edmond sits down with Amanda Conger, Executive Director of the Cabinet Makers Association (CMA), the Association of Closet and Storage Professionals (ACSP), and the National Woods Board (NWB). With over 20 years in the woodworking and machinery world, Amanda has become one of the industry's most influential voices for small shops, education, and workforce development. From the challenges facing t...