Challenges and Opportunities in Manufacturing, Mike Vohland, PMA/MetalForming Magazine, E804

May 12, 2025

Host Dean Phillips welcomes Mike Vohland from PMA/MetalForming Magazine.

This episode dives into the challenges and opportunities that define the manufacturing landscape today.  

Dean and Mike discussed:

  • Automation Revolution: Discover how automation is not just a tool for maximizing efficiency but a necessity in the face of labor shortages and increasing demands.
  • Fabrication in Focus: How manufacturers are using innovation to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.
  • Valuable Resources: Learn about MetalForming Magazine and PMA's commitment to supporting manufacturers with expert knowledge, events and custom training.


About Mike Vohland
Mike Vohland has extensive experience in the business-to-business publishing industry. Before joining PMA in January 2020, he worked at Gardner Business Media where he held positions as publisher, associate publisher and district sales manager over a 20-plus-year career. At PMA, Mike oversees the production of PMA’s publication—MetalForming magazine—and growth of association membership.

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