EMS@C-LEVEL

Aligning Talent with Strategy in Electronics Manufacturing with Audrey McGuckin on EMS@C-Level

Philip Spagnoli Stoten

What if the key to business success lies not just in market strategies but in the untapped potential of your workforce? Join me as I explore the intriguing intersection of talent and strategy with Audrey McGuckin, CEO of McGuckin Group, and a visionary in aligning talent with business goals in the electronics manufacturing services industry. 

Audrey shares her insights on starting discussions with revenue objectives to guide talent strategies, highlighting the 'six Bs' framework as crucial for aligning business outcomes with talent needs. From retaining pivotal leaders to adapting to global challenges, discover how company culture and CEO influence form the bedrock of a powerful talent strategy. 

We also tackle the evolving landscape of talent recruitment and development amidst a manufacturing renaissance in the U.S. Audrey explains innovative approaches to drawing young, diverse talent into traditionally low-margin sectors, emphasizing recognition of potential over formal qualifications. Personal stories and strategic tools, like predictive index assessments, illuminate how businesses can nurture hidden gems. 

Finally, we discuss the journey toward gender equality in leadership, showcasing the powerful benefits of diverse teams and the role of tailored development programs. 

This episode is an essential listen for those seeking to transform their business through strategic talent alignment and inclusive leadership.

EMS@C-Level is sponsored by global inspection leaders Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Creative Electron (https://creativeelectron.com)

You can see video versions of all of the EMS@C-Level pods on our YouTube playlist.