The Industrious Podcast: Recent Episodes
Accessa
One industry. Two brothers. Three companies. Accessa is a family of businesses within a family business. It started with industrial coatings, moved into chemical solutions, and expanded to equipment sales. Based in Indianapolis, Joe Todd, President and Principal, and Vince Todd, Jr., Vice President and Principal, have worked side-by-side at Accessa for almost 15 years. The Industrious Podcast is a way for them to share their views on the company and the industry from a small business perspective, from a family business perspective, and from a brotherly perspective. From customers and employees to vendors and partners, it’s an opportunity to teach, listen, and learn. Conversations about products, trends, do’s and don’ts – mixed with some humor and brotherly moments – the Todds and their guests educate the marketplace, sharing nuggets of wisdom to improve your product and your bottom line. With commonality and personality, The Industrious Podcast shines a light on an industry lacking glamour. It’s not sexy – but it is a little dirty. Manufacturing is the backbone of America. Indiana is the Crossroads of America. Accessa serves both – and beyond. For insights from two clean-cut guys who don’t mind doing the dirty work, tune into The Industrious Podcast. Join the conversation. Join the fun. Join the family. Listen, subscribe, and enable notifications. beindustrious
In episode 14 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Scott Dunstan, President of Dunstan Group and co-host of the BrandBuilders Podcast. Listen in as Scott shares the evolution of his small business and the focus he offers to anyone on an entrepreneurial track. “Don’t worry about what they’re doing. Just do what you do and do it well. Take care of people. Our policy here is do the right thing every single time.” Tune in to the BrandBuilders Podcast at http://dunstangroup.blubrry.net/.
In episode 14 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Chris Wallis, Director of Membership Development for the Indiana Manufacturers Association. Tune in as Chris shares the benefits of being a member of the IMA and the top worker-related issues companies are facing in Indiana and beyond. For more on the Indiana Manufacturer’s Association, visit www.indianamfg.com.
In episode 12 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Darren Christiaens, sales manager for ICA Group North America. Listen in as Darren shares the latest technology and benefits of water-based coatings products, including sustainability, safety, and improved performance. “We’re seeing a definite trend toward water-based coatings.”
In episode 12 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by Lauren West, Director of Global Color and Design for AcromaPro. Tune in as she breaks down home design trends for 2022 and beyond, and how business and home needs have shifted dramatically in the wake of COVID-19. For more color and design trends, check out Accessa’s 2022 Trends Report: https://www.accessa.com/whats-hot-in-2022-trends-for-a-transformational-year/
In episode 11 of The Industrious Podcast, co-hosts Joe and Vince Todd, Jr. are joined by guest Vince Todd, Sr. Tune in for a look back at industry tradeshows and the evolution of the family business. “It’s been an interesting ride – some ups and some downs – but it’s been a great ride, and I’m really appreciative of how it’s worked out. Would I do it again? Yes.”
Exciting. Interesting. Exhausting 2021 has been all the things. Joe and Vince recap a memorable year – the challenges and the silver linings – and look forward to the trends they see in the year ahead.
What started as a job to make some money during college turned into a career. Joelle Bondy on her lifelong career with Henkel, working in a male-dominated industry, and what’s kept her there. “I’ve been here 21 years and I learn something new every single day. I don’t know if everyone can say that with their job.” For that and more, tune into episode 9 of The Industrious Podcast.
Electrostatic paint: What is it? What are the benefits? Where can you use it? How does it work? “The electrostatic process looks difficult. It doesn’t have to be.” Accessa’s Brian Gould has all the answers, including a heads-up on some new products hitting the market. Tune into episode 7 of The Industrious Podcast for all that and more.
Everything you wanted to know about filters – but were too afraid to ask. With more than 30 years in the industry, lifelong Indianapolis resident Jeff Hagen discusses cost versus price, the hidden savings in a higher quality product, and how the right filter can make your entire business more efficient. For that and more, tune into episode 6 of The Industrious Podcast.
Based in Zaragoza, Spain, Laboratorios Argenol has developed, produced, and sold silver-based products for more than 80 years. For more than 15 years, Indianapolis-based Accessa has used and distributed those products, including their BactiBlock antimicrobial additive. On episode 6 of The Industrious Podcast, Sergio Julian discusses the company’s use of silver as an antimicrobial, how the pandemic increased demand, and the field he’d like to explore in the future. Also, check out Joe’s impressive use of Spanish.
From supply issues to extended lead times, product allocation, and scrutinizing orders – Mike Sullivan from Superior Industrial Solutions on the sales process in today’s environment and turning new customers into sustainable business. “People still need a lot of help out there.” For that and more, tune into episode 5 of The Industrious Podcast. beindustrious #iupui #solvents #chemicals #composites #recycling #supplychain #indymonumentalmarathon
Come for the college football talk. Stay for the industry insight. Josh Schlup, Channel Sales Manager for Henkel, was born in Chicago, grew up in the Caribbean, swam with Tim Duncan, and now oversees vendor-distributor partnerships – like the one they have with Accessa. “We want to be able to, as a team, tell a compelling story about how successful this model has been.”
“It’s a different world out there.” From the challenges of operating during the COVID pandemic to equipment investments and his number one goal for the remainder of the year – Accessa Operations Manager Les Yoder says the current environment is like nothing he’s ever seen.
With 30 years in the paint industry, AcromaPro’s John Andreoli talks about the vendor - distributor relationship, the challenges of doing business in the COVID-19 pandemic, and the future of wood coatings.
In episode one of the Industrious Podcast, brothers and business owners Joe and Vince Todd prepare for race day ahead of the Indianapolis 500 and talk family traditions, the family business, and reflect on the past year and the effect the pandemic had on all of it.
One industry. Two brothers. Three companies. Accessa is a family of businesses within a family business. It started with industrial coatings, moved into chemical solutions, and expanded to equipment sales. Based in Indianapolis, Joe Todd, President and Principal, and Vince Todd, Jr., Vice President and Principal, have worked side-by-side at Accessa for almost 15 years. The Industrious Podcast is a way for them to share their views on the company and the industry from a small business perspective, from a family business perspective, and from a brotherly perspective. From customers and employees to vendors and partners, it’s an opportunity to teach, listen, and learn. Conversations about products, trends, do’s and don’ts – mixed with some humor and brotherly moments – the Todds and their guests educate the marketplace, sharing nuggets of wisdom to improve your product and your bottom line. With commonality and personality, The Industrious Podcast shines a light on an industry lacking glamour. It’s not sexy – but it is a little dirty. Manufacturing is the backbone of America. Indiana is the Crossroads of America. Accessa serves both – and beyond. For insights from two clean-cut guys who don’t mind doing the dirty work, tune into The Industrious Podcast. Join the conversation. Join the fun. Join the family. Listen, subscribe, and enable notifications. beindustrious