What happens when you’re not afraid to fail?

In this episode of HIRED! The Podcast, host Travis Miller sits down with Jim Shaw, President & Co-Founder of Zion Solutions Group, a fast-growing force in supply chain automation and systems integration.

Jim Shaw is a senior leader with over 25 years in the supply chain industry, specializing in operations, systems integration, material handling, and logistics. Known for driving innovation and creating engaged, high-performance cultures, Jim is the visionary behind Zion Solutions Group—dedicated to delivering sustainable value through bold leadership and lasting partnerships.

In this conversation, Jim unpacks what it means to build a company without fear, how culture-first leadership attracts top talent, and why focusing on “good people and good partners” is the future of business. Whether you’re building a team, a startup, or a legacy, this one hits deep.
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⏵ Jim Shaw
⏵ Zion Solutions Group
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The world of manufacturing is changing fast — and staying relevant means evolving just as quickly. In this episode of HIRED! The Podcast, Chris Stevens (PMO Business Excellence Manager at Abbott) joins Travis Miller to talk about what it really takes to thrive in an industry where technology, talent, and timelines are constantly shifting.

Chris also shares the story behind his passion project, The Home of Manufacturing, a centralized, free resource created to amplify voices and connect the fragmented corners of the manufacturing world. Whether you’re on the shop floor or in the boardroom, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone thinking about future-proofing their career.

Chris Stevens is a manufacturing leader with a career built entirely in the industry, currently serving as PMO Business Excellence Manager at Abbott. With two engineering degrees and parts he’s helped produce used on all seven continents — and even in space — Chris brings deep technical and operational insight to every conversation. He’s also the founder of The Home of Manufacturing, a platform connecting voices and events across the sector, and the host of the upcoming podcast Manufacturing Nation.
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⏵ Chris Stevens
⏵ The Home of MFG
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The automation industry isn’t just changing—it’s being rebuilt by the people who refuse to wait for permission. On this episode of HIRED! The Podcast, host Travis Miller sits down with Nikki Gonzales, a leader reshaping the field by showing up, speaking out, and creating the kind of industry she wants to work in.

Recently hired as Director of Business Development at Weintek USA, Nikki brings years of industry insight, a passion for making automation more accessible, and a proven track record of building real community—from launching the podcast Automation Ladies to co-founding the grassroots event OT SCADA CON.
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⏵ Nikki Gonzales
⏵ Weintek USA
⏵ Automation Ladies
⏵ OT SCADA CON
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