The Welsh Wire

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Oct 2026

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The Welsh Wire - Where Talent & Business Connect in West Michigan The Welsh Wire features moderator Mike Rogers and professional recruiting expert Sheri Welsh in this weekly podcast. Listen in as leaders from a wide array of small to mid-size West Michigan companies weigh in and share their experiences and insights on a variety of business topics including employee retention challenges and recruitment success stories. For more information, visit www.welshandassociates.net.

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October 13, 202627 min

The Welsh Wire featuring Ashley Iovieno of Michigan Works! Southwest

The Welsh Wire: The Welsh Wire features moderator Mike Rogers and professional recruiting expert Sheri Welsh in this podcast. Listen in as leaders from a wide array of small to mid-size west Michigan companies weigh in and share their experiences and insights on a variety of business topics, including employee retention challenges and recruitment success stories. On this week’s show, Sheri talks with Ashley Iovieno, Director of Business Solutions, Michigan Works! Southwest, about apprenticeships: a workforce strategy that can help you stop waiting for that perfect employee to come along and begin developing the talent that you need in your organization right now.

August 25, 202638 min

They Did WHAT? ft. Lisa VanWyk, Maria Hemminger, Amy Chapman & Amylyn Kyler

July 4, 202627 min

Three Elements Family Businesses Can Leverage for Success ft. Mark Kimball of Moss

The Welsh Wire features moderator Mike Rogers and professional recruiting expert Sheri Welsh in this podcast. Listen in as leaders from a wide array of small to mid-size west Michigan companies weigh in and share their experiences and insights on a variety of business topics, including employee retention challenges and recruitment success stories. On this week’s show, sponsored by the Family Business Alliance, Sheri talks with Mark Kimball, President and CEO of Grand Rapids-based Moss, about three elements that family businesses can leverage for success: the flexibility to pivot and work harder than bigger companies, the ability to provide excellent responsive customer service, and the core family business attribute of being nice to customers and everyone you interact with.

February 3, 202628 min

The Power of Pre-Hire Assessments ft. HR Consultant Kerry Garman

This month's The Welsh Wire podcast features an engaging conversation between Welsh CEO Sheri Welsh and HR consultant Kerry Garman about the importance of using pre-employment assessments alongside interviews to make better hiring decisions. Garman shares insights on reducing bias, identifying true job fit, and why investing in the right assessment tools can save organizations significant time and money. Tune in for a practical conversation on building stronger teams from the start.

September 23, 202527 min

Leading a Family Business from the Outside ft. Nelson Sanchez of RoMan Manufacturing

This month's The Welsh Wire podcast, sponsored by the Family Business Alliance, features an engaging conversation between Welsh CEO Sheri Welsh and Nelson Sanchez, CEO of RoMan Manufacturing. In 2023, he was named the first non-family member to serve as the company’s CEO. He discusses how the company planned a process for future generations to enter the business or ascend to leadership roles. The Welsh Wire features professional recruiting expert Sheri Welsh and moderator Mike Rogers. Listen in as leaders from a wide array of small to mid-size West Michigan companies weigh in and share their experiences and insights on a variety of business topics, including employee retention challenges and recruitment success stories.

August 26, 202526 min

Being a Non-Family Leader in a Family Business ft. Dave Russell from Hastings Hot Line Tools & Equipment

This month's The Welsh Wire podcast, sponsored by the Family Business Alliance, features an engaging conversation between Welsh CEO Sheri Welsh and Dave Russell, President of Hastings Hot Line Tools & Equipment. Russell offers a unique perspective on what it means to be an outsider—a non-family member—leading a family-owned company. His story is one of opportunity, patience, and deep respect for the culture that makes family businesses thrive. The Welsh Wire features professional recruiting expert Sheri Welsh and moderator Mike Rogers. Listen in as leaders from a wide array of small to mid-size west Michigan companies weigh in and share their experiences and insights on a variety of business topics, including employee retention challenges and recruitment success stories.

July 15, 202521 min

Inside the Advanced Manufacturing Expo with Creston Industrial’s CEO

This month’s The Welsh Wire podcast, sponsored by the Family Business Alliance, features Sheri Welsh talking with Paul Hendricks, the President and CEO of Grand Rapids-based Creston Industrial Sales. Together they discuss his company, leadership style, and the Advanced Manufacturing Expo happening Aug. 6-7, 2025, in Grand Rapids.

December 4, 202428 min

The Welsh Wire: Brewing Success with Chris O'Neill of One Well Brewing

Today, Welsh & Associates CEO Sheri Welsh dives into the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of Chris O’Neill, the visionary behind One Well Brewing—a beloved Kalamazoo establishment celebrating 10 years of business success. O’Neill’s story began with a passion for homebrewing and a bold decision to leave the corporate world to chase his dream of entrepreneurship. The Welsh Wire features professional recruiting expert Sheri Welsh and moderator Mike Rogers. Listen in as leaders from a wide array of small to mid-size west Michigan companies weigh in and share their experiences and insights on a variety of business topics, including employee retention challenges and recruitment success stories.

October 22, 202418 min

The Welsh Wire: Lessons from a Trailblazing Female CEO in Concrete ft. Adrienne Heidema

In this episode of The Welsh Wire, Sheri Welsh speaks with Adrienne Heidema, President & CEO of Consumers Concrete and the first female to lead the family-owned business. Heidema shares her unexpected journey into leadership, insights on career transitions, and how her company fosters an inclusive environment for women. She also highlights Consumers Concrete's commitment to supporting the local economy and her pride in providing materials that shape the West Michigan community. Tune in for inspiring lessons from a trailblazing female CEO in the concrete industry.

September 24, 202426 min

The Welsh Wire: Know Honesty Book Release, ft. Ken Bogard and Grace Gavin from Know Honesty

Today, Welsh & Associates CEO Sheri Welsh talks with Know Honesty Founder Ken Bogard and Co-Founder and Chief of Staff Grace Gavin to discuss the launch of their book and their journey in promoting open and honest communication in workplaces. The Grand Rapids-based Know Honesty Movement, founded in 2016, is helping organizations, professionals, and individuals break down their divisions and experience real communication. The Welsh Wire features professional recruiting expert Sheri Welsh and moderator Mike Rogers. Listen in as leaders from a wide array of small to mid-size west Michigan companies weigh in and share their experiences and insights on a variety of business topics, including employee retention challenges and recruitment success stories.