First, we’re joined by the chairman and CEO of Snap-on, a maker of tools founded in Milwaukee that sees $4 billion in annual sales. Then we celebrate Flag Day where it started, in Wisconsin. We speak with the president of the National Flag Day Foundation.
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Snap-on chairman and CEO on managing a global manufacturer
Snap-on was founded in Milwaukee in 1920 to supply repair tools to the blooming auto industry. Since then, it has grown to $4 billion in annual sales, 12,000 employees in 130 countries, and 3,000 patents. We talk to the company’s CEO about managing a global company and the future of manufacturing.
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Flying high: Celebrating Wisconsin’s connection to the American Flag
As the birthplace of Flag Day, Wisconsin’s connection to the American flag runs deep. As we approach the July 4th holiday, we speak with the president of the National Flag Day Foundation about the etiquette and history of Old Glory in Wisconsin.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Mackenzie Krumme Producer
- Maria Lopez Technical Director
- Nicholas Pinchuk Guest
- David Janik Guest
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