Scott Lowrie: Building High Performing Teams Through Authentic Relationships

Scott shares how modelling the behaviours you expect and empowering your team drives strong, confident leadership in manufacturing.

In this episode you will learn:

How walking the talk and empowering teams strengthens organisational culture
Why emotional intelligence and relationship-building often outperform charismatic authority
How structured career progression supports talent retention and appeals to younger workers
Practical strategies for leadership development, sustainability, and supporting mental health in the workforce

Listen for actionable insights on leading with purpose, developing people, and building resilient teams.

Katie O'Brien: Changing Culture in a 100-Year-Old Manufacturing Business

In this latest episode of the Manufacturing Leaders Podcast, Mark welcomes Katie O’Brien, General Manager of HR at Komatsu, to discuss leadership, workplace culture and the complexities of creating change within a well-established manufacturing business.

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The Leadership Lessons Hidden Inside the Net Zero Transition

In this latest episode of the Manufacturing Leaders Podcast, Mark Bracknall welcomes Gareth Kane, Managing Director of Terra Infirma, sustainability consultant, author, and host of the Net Zero Business Podcast, to discuss sustainability leadership, organisational change, and achieving meaningful environmental progress.

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Lessons in Leadership, Succession and Building a Loyal Team

In this latest episode of the Manufacturing Leaders podcast, Mark welcomes Guy Armitage, Managing Director of York Handmade Brick, to discuss family business leadership, craftsmanship, innovation, and the future of sustainable manufacturing.

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